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Crystal Bay Resort

3.5 star property
Watamu hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools
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2 bars/lounges
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At Crystal Bay Resort, enjoy a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet, an inviting garden, and rejuvenating spa treatments. Unwind at one of the two outdoor pools or explore local cuisine at the on-site restaurants. The library offers a peaceful retreat while dry cleaning/laundry services keep you looking sharp.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Living area

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Coast Province, 80202

What's nearby

  • Prawn Lake - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Watamu Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mida Creek - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 18 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Malindi Beach - 31 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 25 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪PilliPan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Licht Haus - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tex Mex - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪crab shack - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Crystal Bay Resort

Crystal Bay Resort is a great choice for your beach stay in Watamu. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials and manicures and pedicures. Crystal Bay, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

Languages

English, Italian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 70 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Crystal Bay – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Tamu – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Crystal Bay Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Crystal Bay Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Crystal Bay Resort?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Crystal Bay Resort?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Crystal Bay Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Crystal Bay Resort?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Crystal Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Crystal Bay Resort and nearby?

Crystal Bay Resort has 2 outdoor pools and 2 bars, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Crystal Bay Resort?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, local and international cuisine and ocean views.

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Crystal Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

The serenity, the politeness of the staff and the place is very central.
2-night trip

10/10

Personale super gentile e disponibile! Pulizie giornaliere sia della camera che della piscina.
6-night trip

8/10

It was pleasant considering the hotel was fully booked.
3-night trip

2/10

1-night trip

10/10

Jätt fint hotel ,lugn,trevliga personal.Det saknar bara lunch och middag
2-night trip

10/10

2-night trip