Crystal Bay Resort, Watamu - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya, 00400

Crystal Bay Resort, located in Watamu, Kenya, is set in one of the world's most beautiful bays within the National Marine Park and Watamu Reserve. The resort boasts stunning scenery, combining tranquil beaches with lush tropical gardens. A unique feature is its proximity to the fascinating Gedi ruins, which highlight the region's rich Swahili-Arab heritage. With a focus on high-quality service, it provides exceptional dining, leisure, and wellness options.

Location

Located 20 kilometers from Malindi, the resort is easily accessible via major transport routes. The surrounding area is rich with attractions, including historical sites like the Gedi ruins and beautiful beaches within the Watamu Marine Park. Nearby landmarks enhance the guests' experience, allowing them to explore local culture and natural beauty.

Rooms

The resort offers rooms enriched with Lamu-style decor, all equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a mosquito net. Guests can enjoy serene garden views or captivating sea views from selected accommodations. Each room also features a seating area and modern amenities to enhance their stay.

Eat & Drink

The resort features two onsite restaurants: the Main Restaurant in the heart of the property and Tamu, located close to the beach. Both venues serve exquisite fish dishes alongside a variety of international cuisines, set in a magical atmosphere overlooking the bay. Guests can enjoy high-class dinners or relax with fresh drinks at the terrace bar.

Leisure & Business

Crystal Bay Resort offers diverse leisure options, including two swimming pools, beach volleyball, beach soccer, and ping-pong. A beauty center and wellness treatments are available, allowing guests to unwind and regenerate. Additionally, the resort provides golf lessons at the nearby Watamu Pitch & Putt golf course.

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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 Balcony

2 persons

16 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Double Room Balcony Sea View

2 persons

16 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Triple Room Balcony

2 persons

20 m²

3 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Deluxe Family Room

2 persons

20 m²

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Centre

Watamu400 m

Airports

Malindi (MYD) 18.2 km

Vipingo Estate (vpg) 78.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Paid Wi-Fi

Free parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Babysitting

General

Non-smoking rooms
Paid Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Private beach
Currency exchange

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Golf course
Darts
Table tennis
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

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

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Karaoke
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
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

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Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya, 00400

City landmarks

Farm

Bio-Ken Snake Farm

1.1 km

Landmark

Seven Islands Resort

1.3 km

Landmark

Stellamaries Catholic Church

960 m

Landmark

valle house condominio

1.1 km

Landmark

Naturalmente Pane

1.4 km

Landmark

Ack St. Peter's Church

1.5 km

Landmark

Watamu Beach

2.1 km

Landmark

Watamu Marine National Park

1.8 km

Landmark

Blue Bay IGV

2.1 km

Night club

Comeback

2.7 km

Beach

Marine Park

2.5 km

Landmark

Watamu Bay Ora Resort

2.6 km

Landmark

Blue Bay

2.6 km

Landmark

Gede Ruins

2.6 km

Landmark

Malindi

3.3 km

Landmark

Ocean Sports

2.9 km

Landmark

Ruins of Gedi

4.2 km

Landmark

St. John Catholic Church

3.1 km

Landmark

Michael Savana Safari

3.2 km

Landmark

Prawn Lake

3.5 km

Spa Centre

Sakina ocean spa

3.4 km

Landmark

Swarms of annoying beach hustlers and fake Rastafari

3.6 km

Landmark

Mida Creek

4.5 km

Landmark

Palm Exotjca Resort

3.8 km

Landmark

Kipepeo Butterfly Farm

4.1 km

Forest

Arabuko-Sokoke Forest

4.3 km

Landmark

National Museums of Kenya-Gede Museum

4.3 km

Nearby

Farm

Bio-Ken Snake Farm

30 m

P.O.Box 416 Jacaranda Road

Seven Islands Resort

310 m

Restaurants

Papa Remo Beach

1.3 km

Jacaranda road

Mrembo Restaurant

1.6 km

Fortamu Beach Jacaranda Road

Kachawe Beach

1.3 km

Jacaranda road Fortamu Beach

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