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About Resort

Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya, 00400

Crystal Bay Resort, a 3-star Watamu hotel, features access to a fine sandy beach and two outdoor swimming pools. Guests can enjoy dining at two on-site restaurants and a beauty center for rejuvenation.

Rooms & Amenities

The rooms at Crystal Bay Resort include air conditioning, a seating area, mosquito nets, and private bathrooms with showers. Each room offers garden or sea views and features an ethnic veranda. The property consists of individual cottages set in a lush tropical garden, providing a distinct layout for privacy.

Dining Options

Dining options at the resort include the Main Restaurant located at the heart of the complex and Tamu, which is situated close to the beach, providing stunning views of the bay. Both restaurants serve high-class dishes in a pleasant atmosphere, emphasizing fresh ingredients and local flavors.

Leisure Activities

Crystal Bay Resort offers various leisure activities including beach volleyball, beach soccer, ping-pong, and access to the Watamu Pitch & Putt Golf Course, featuring a 616-meter track. The resort also has professional instructors for scuba diving and deep-sea fishing, ideal for adventurous guests.

Services & Facilities

Guests can relax at two bars on-site, with one offering views of the beach. The resort's boutique features Kenyan products, allowing visitors to take away unique souvenirs. For convenient communication, Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Bathtub

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Center

Watamu1400 ft

Airports

Malindi (MYD) 11.3 mi

Vipingo Estate (vpg) 48.5 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxation Paradise

I enjoyed every moment of my stay, especially the massage tent right by the beach. The treatments were incredibly rejuvenating, and it was the perfect way to unwind after days filled with sun and sand.

Dorothy29. USA, 2024-06-15Read full review on

Delicious Meals

The restaurant offered a variety of delicious meals, making each dining experience enjoyable. I particularly loved the fresh fish dishes, and it was nice to have options that catered to different tastes.

Sidney83. Canada, 2024-04-02Read full review on

Cozy Beachfront Bungalow

Our beachfront bungalow was a dream! It provided stunning views and a sense of privacy I truly appreciated. Even though the room needed a bit of updating, it was comfortable and well worth the experience.

Tony45. Australia, 2024-07-20Read full review on

Charming Accommodations

The room featured a lovely private balcony where I could enjoy the ocean views. The overall setup was charming, making it a perfect retreat after a busy day by the beach.

Ira27. UK, 2024-05-10Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Paid Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Private beach
Currency exchange

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkeling
Canoeing
Golf course
Darts
Table tennis
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Karaoke
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Beauty treatment
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya, 00400

Map view

Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya, 00400

City landmarks

Farm

Bio-Ken Snake Farm

3800 ft

P.O.Box 416 Jacaranda Road

Seven Islands Resort

4200 ft

Stellamaries Catholic Church

3200 ft

valle house condominio

3600 ft

Naturalmente Pane

4500 ft

Ack St. Peter's Church

4900 ft

Watamu Beach

1.3 mi

Watamu Marine National Park

1.1 mi

Watamu

Blue Bay IGV

1.3 mi

Night club

Comeback

1.7 mi

Beach

Marine Park

1.5 mi

Watamu - Kenya

Watamu Bay Ora Resort

1.6 mi

Mida Creek Road

Blue Bay

1.6 mi

Watamu

Gede Ruins

1.6 mi

Malindi Road

Malindi

2.1 mi

Turtle Bay Rd

Ocean Sports

1.8 mi

off Mombasa-Malindi Rd

Ruins of Gedi

2.6 mi

St. John Catholic Church

2.0 mi

Michael Savana Safari

2.0 mi

Turtle Bay Road

Prawn Lake

2.2 mi

Spa Center

Sakina ocean spa

2.1 mi

Swarms of annoying beach hustlers and fake Rastafari

2.2 mi

Watamu Marine National Park

Mida Creek

2.8 mi

Watamu

Palm Exotjca Resort

2.4 mi

off Mombasa-Malindi Rd

Kipepeo Butterfly Farm

2.5 mi

Forest

Arabuko-Sokoke Forest

2.7 mi

Watamu

National Museums of Kenya-Gede Museum

2.7 mi

Nearby

Farm

Bio-Ken Snake Farm

100 ft

P.O.Box 416 Jacaranda Road

Seven Islands Resort

1100 ft

Restaurants

Papa Remo Beach

4200 ft

Jacaranda road

Mrembo Restaurant

1.0 mi

Fortamu Beach Jacaranda Road

Kachawe Beach

4400 ft

Jacaranda road Fortamu Beach

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