Crystal Bay Resort

ResortJacaranda Road, Watamu, KenyaShow on map

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9.5 · Exceptional15 reviews

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.5 out of 10, at Jacaranda Road.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Tropical Garden and Outdoor Pool Crystal Bay Resort offers a lush tropical garden where guests can unwind and an outdoor swimming pool to soak up the sun.

Buffet Restaurant and Bar Indulge in delicious meals at the buffet restaurant or sip on cocktails at the bar while enjoying the serene ambiance of Crystal Bay Resort.

Activities and Excursions Guests can partake in various activities such as golfing, fishing, and diving, ensuring a fun-filled stay. Explore the underwater world or enjoy a round of golf nearby.

To experience paradise at Crystal Bay Resort in Watamu, book your stay now and create unforgettable memories.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service

Rooms

9.5

Exceptional

Rated 9.5 out of 10 by 15 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.0
Service9.5
Location9.5
Rooms9.5
Amenities9.5
Value9.5
Food & drink9.5

Guests mention

Great locationComfortable roomsExcellent amenitiesFriendly atmosphere

BeatriceItaly
March 2026Couple
Torneremo
Siamo rimasti molto soddisfatti: il personale è stato sempre gentilissimo. Un ringraziamento speciale va a Juliana, la ragazza delle pulizie, che ci faceva trovare la stanza sempre perfetta. Non capisco perché la…
AFSCH
February 2026Couple
Nothing
Everything
JamesKenya
December 2025Couple
Beachfront property
Ocean abit dirty with leaves this time of the year
RoshniAustralia
December 2025Couple
Avoid it if you aren’t an Italian package tourist. That is what the hotel is geared for.
The location. It was convenient.
Staff unwelcoming when we arrived. Everything written in Italian, no info on facilities. We had an early diving start and they said they would give us our breakfast early. We got there…
BreguinusGermany
December 2025Solo traveller
Great for 1 or 2 nights
Small well appointed resort.
The room was nice with a lot of details like fresh flowers.
The hotel caters for Italian and that is also the nain language.
VincenzoItaly
November 2025Couple
Una notte indimenticabile
Sono stato una sola notte al Crystal Bay Resort durante il mio tour lungo la costa e l’esperienza è stata davvero sorprendente.
Ho trovato un prezzo molto conveniente, perfettamente in linea con il livello di qualità…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Kenya

Guests rate the location 9.5 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Crystal Bay Resort

What time is check-in and check-out at Crystal Bay Resort?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Crystal Bay Resort allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Crystal Bay Resort?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Crystal Bay Resort have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Does Crystal Bay Resort have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I book a block of rooms at Crystal Bay Resort?

The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.

Can I check in late at Crystal Bay Resort?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Crystal Bay Resort?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Crystal Bay Resort?

Jacaranda Road, Watamu.

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