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Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

3.0 star property

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A beach cabana with white chairs and a thatched roof, overlooking the ocean.
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Water view

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July

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Jacaranda Road, Kembe Kibabamshe 367, Watamu, Kilifi County
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruins of Gedi
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Room

  • Sleeps 3

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Room

  • Sleeps 2

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Comfort Double Room, Garden View

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a plain wall with a window.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a plain wall with a window.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Panoramic Room, Ocean View

Panoramic Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Watamu

At Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Watamu Beach and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Prawn Lake. Highlights at this beachfront resort include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, beachside massages and body scrubs. At the resort's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool as well as access to a ropes course. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Watamu resort include Mida Creek and Ruins of Gedi.
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What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Prawn Lake - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mida Creek - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Malindi Beach - 28 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wasafi Swahili Dishes - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tamu Beach & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Colonial resort also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Watamu resort is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials and body scrubs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ropes course

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Colonial architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 20 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: USD 10 (one-way), from 3 to 10 years old

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 80 (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in March.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Watamu
Life St.Thomas Royal Palm Watamu
Life St.Thomas Royal Palm
Life St Thomas Royal Palm
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Resort
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Watamu
Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Resort Watamu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

As of 14 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm on 15 Jul 2026 start from NZ$342, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

Yep, Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

Yep, Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm is a short 6-minute walk from Watamu Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm have a pool?

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from June to March.

What makes Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and couples dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm.

Is Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a private beach, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm is a hit with families.

Does Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm?

No, pets are not allowed.

Life Resort St.Thomas Royal Palm Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Valene

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AVOID, stay away! Firstly the location is wrong, 30 USD to get to the next town by taxi. The Road to the hotel is terrible, extremely bumpy. Beds are hard. This is not a four star hotel. Food is bad. Save your money, go somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

St Thomas December visit

The general conditions are good, rooms are nice and clean and airconditioners works well. Pool is Nice and clean. Food was good although no meat ( bacon and sausages) for breakfast in last 3 days of visit. Management does not adjust to needs - we were keen on Tusker Lite and although the resort is between Malindi and Watamu, they could never procure this. Chef’s cooking is good. We booked a family unit and it was only revealed to me that these units are under renovation in two days before we visited, when I called to confirm details. Smaller rooms were offered in stead. Overall good experiences, the resort has a nice look, but the maintenance needs to pick up. It was a very relaxing visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

MARIA GRAZIA

Recensione incompleta

Da premettere che è stata scelta da hotel.com visto che la precedente era stata cancellata dalla struttura. Dopo un pernottamento sono stata cambiata di struttura perché già piena quest' ultima. Per cui non so dare un giudizio esaustivo.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yusra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Watamu 2022

The service was amazing! From manager Edwin to all the restaurant staff! The apartment was lacking a lot! The tv wasn’t working our entire stay which was 4 day, the shower was not working properly, and the kettle wasn’t working at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The stay was generally okay There was not much food variety on the menu and it was highly priced considering that it was just okay/ average Besides that the hotel was generally pocket friendly thogh they need to improve on the food and drinks variety available The access road to the hotel was terrible and actually wrecked my car's suspension which was barely 3 months old. Best to take a tours car
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019