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Crystal Bay Resort

3.5 star property

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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages
Interior
2 outdoor pools

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Coast Province, 80202
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruins of Gedi
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Living area

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

About the area

Watamu

At Crystal Bay Resort you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Watamu Beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Prawn Lake. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 bars/lounges. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with facials and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Crystal Bay, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Watamu hotel you'll find Malindi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Prawn Lake - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mida Creek - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 15 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Malindi Beach - 27 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Makuti - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Crystal Bay Resort

Crystal Bay Resort offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Crystal Bay Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Watamu hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Crystal Bay Resort offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Crystal Bay
  • Tamu

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Crystal Bay Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Crystal Bay Resort Watamu
Crystal Bay Watamu
Hotel Crystal Bay Resort Watamu
Watamu Crystal Bay Resort Hotel
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Crystal Bay
Crystal Bay Resort Hotel
Crystal Bay Resort Watamu
Crystal Bay Resort Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crystal Bay Resort?

Crystal Bay Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Crystal Bay Resort?

Yep, Crystal Bay Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Crystal Bay Resort?

Yep, Crystal Bay Resort is a short 8-minute walk from Watamu Beach.

Does Crystal Bay Resort have a pool?

Crystal Bay Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

What luxury perks are available at Crystal Bay Resort?

Crystal Bay Resort features 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and 2 bars.

What makes Crystal Bay Resort a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Crystal Bay Resort.

Does Crystal Bay Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crystal Bay Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crystal Bay Resort?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Crystal Bay Resort's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crystal Bay Resort?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crystal Bay Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Crystal Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The serenity, the politeness of the staff and the place is very central.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personale super gentile e disponibile! Pulizie giornaliere sia della camera che della piscina.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Karima

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant!!

It was pleasant considering the hotel was fully booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jätt fint hotel ,lugn,trevliga personal.Det saknar bara lunch och middag
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020