Title: Crystal Bay Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Crystal Bay Resort Crystal Bay Resort offers a perfect balance of relaxation and exploration with its serene gardens, refreshing pools, and proximity to vibrant local culture ## Photo gallery for Crystal Bay Resort ![View from room - Crystal Bay Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/53b05910.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 outdoor pools - Crystal Bay Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/a5d89819.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages - Crystal Bay Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/a2df34dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Crystal Bay Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/abc5f05e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Crystal Bay Resort (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/22fa0409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Start your day with a free breakfast buffet at Crystal Bay Resort, then enjoy one of two outdoor pools. The resort offers a garden, on-site restaurants with local and international cuisine, spa treatments, a quiet library, and laundry services for a complete experience. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/5dd1ede9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View ### Highlights Air conditioning Premium bedding Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View ![Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/61d223b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View ### Highlights Air conditioning 2 bedrooms Premium bedding Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 236 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed - Sea view ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/1ae9c8e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View ### Highlights Air conditioning Premium bedding Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Sea view ### Superior Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Premium bedding Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Large Twin Beds - Garden view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatamu-Hotels-Crystal-Bay-Resort.h34032388.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWatamu-Hotels-Crystal-Bay-Resort.h34032388.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Watamu is home to Crystal Bay Resort. Ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. [Visit our Watamu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Watamu.dx177925) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.35124%2C40.01781&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QeeD2ee4Mca9Awfd8sVspghP9AM=) Jacaranda Road, Watamu, Coast Province, 80202 ### What's nearby - ![655566604](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101810/cef1a239-8f88-465c-b2ec-5cdfb08c2716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Watamu Beach 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Hardworking fishing boat in Malindi #beach #lifeatexpedia #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2486/4087cc3c-c63f-41ee-b0dd-48029831ca83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Malindi Beach 27 min drive \- 26.1 km - Mida Creek 8 min drive \- 4.1 km - Ruins of Gedi 14 min drive \- 7.3 km - Mambrui Beach 44 min drive \- 43.9 km ### Getting around - Malindi (MYD) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Papa Remo Ristorante 3 min drive - Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon 15 min walk - 7 Vizi Cafe 5 min walk - Amici Miei Pastries Bar 5 min walk - Sunset Beach Restaurant 9 min walk ## About this property ### Crystal Bay Resort Hotel near Watamu Beach You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Crystal Bay Resort. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Swedish massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a facial. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also find perks like: - 2 outdoor pools - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk - Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms Room features All 70 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes. 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Free self parking on site ### 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 center - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Spa - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Hot stone massages - Manicures/pedicures - Prenatal massages - Sports massages - Swedish massages ### Accessibility - No elevator ### 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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Crystal Bay Resort Watamu Crystal Bay Watamu Hotel Crystal Bay Resort Watamu Watamu Crystal Bay Resort Hotel Hotel Crystal Bay Resort Crystal Bay Crystal Bay Resort Hotel Crystal Bay Resort Watamu Crystal Bay Resort Hotel Watamu ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Crystal Bay Resort have a pool? ### Is Crystal Bay Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Crystal Bay Resort? ### What time is check-out at Crystal Bay Resort? ### Does Crystal Bay Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Crystal Bay Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Crystal Bay Resort Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edna Sep 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The serenity, the politeness of the staff and the place is very central. ##### Edna Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### paola Sep 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Personale super gentile e disponibile! Pulizie giornaliere sia della camera che della piscina. ##### paola Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Karima Jan 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant!! It was pleasant considering the hotel was fully booked. ##### Karima Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Jätt fint hotel ,lugn,trevliga personal.Det saknar bara lunch och middag ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller May 30, 2021 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 17, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Kelly Homes](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilifi-Hotels-Kelly-Homes.h106081167.Hotel-Information) > > [Basecamp Masai Mara](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Basecamp-Masai-Mara.h11098013.Hotel-Information) > > [Cawaal Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Kisumu-Hotels-Cawaal-Hotels.h45038243.Hotel-Information) > > [Enchipai Campsite and Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Isinya-Hotels-Enchipai-Campsite-And-Cottages.h32999994.Hotel-Information) > > [VIP Hotel Madeya](https://www.expedia.ca/Siaya-Hotels-VIP-Hotel-Madeya.h44255871.Hotel-Information) > > [Aberdare Prestige & Royal Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki-Hotels-Aberdare-Prestige-Royal-Cottages.h97042555.Hotel-Information) > > [Lake Elementaita Manor ](https://www.expedia.ca/Gilgil-Hotels-Lake-Elementaita-Manor.h102282218.Hotel-Information) > > [AJ's The Ranch](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki-Hotels-AJS-THE-RANCH.h50726954.Hotel-Information) > > [Jordan Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Mai-Mahiu-Hotels-JORDAN-GUEST-HOUSE.h50886060.Hotel-Information) > > [Taphe Guest House Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nakuru-Hotels-Taphe-Guest-House-Resort.h42309115.Hotel-Information) > > [HOTEL TAJI](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki-Hotels-HOTEL-TAJI.h101508950.Hotel-Information) > > [Hylise Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nakuru-Hotels-HYLISE-HOTEL.h49201018.Hotel-Information) > > [Jamliz Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mwingi-Hotels-JAMLIZ-HOTEL.h48214087.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Lamu](https://www.expedia.ca/Lamu-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Anasa-Hotels-Experiences.h104416005.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Annex Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kerugoya-Hotels-ROYAL-ANNEX-HOTEL.h46949196.Hotel-Information) > > [Treetops](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki-Hotels-Treetops.h11091551.Hotel-Information) > > [Kitui Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kitui-Hotels-KITUI-RESORT-HOTEL.h47082449.Hotel-Information) > > [Cool Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Matuu-Hotels-Cool-Palace.h44332303.Hotel-Information) > > [Swara Acacia Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Athi-River-Hotels-Swara-Acacia-Lodge.h33670636.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfy Dhows Hotel, Kilifi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilifi-Hotels-Comfy-Dhows-Hotel.h91667352.Hotel-Information) > > [Maina Highway Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Embu-Hotels-Maina-Highway-Hotel.h44460717.Hotel-Information) > > [Chambai Safari Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Naivasha-Hotels-Chambai-Safari-Hotel.h75695628.Hotel-Information) > > [Lions Luxury Eco-Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Malindi-Hotels-Lions-Luxury-Eco-Resort-Spa.h91982335.Hotel-Information) > > [Panari Resort, BW Signature Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki-Hotels-The-Panari-Resort-Nyahururu.h15573482.Hotel-Information) > > [The Funzi Keys](https://www.expedia.ca/Funzi-Island-Hotels-The-Funzi-Keys.h90342589.Hotel-Information) > > [Bridgestone Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kitale-Hotels-Bridgestone-Hotel.h50751415.Hotel-Information) > > [Makuti Villas Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilifi-Hotels-Makuti-Villas-Resort.h32592816.Hotel-Information) > > [Siana Springs Tented Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Nairobi-Hotels-Siana-Springs-Tented-Camp.h44174762.Hotel-Information) > > [Cardamom House](https://www.expedia.ca/Kibaoni-Hotels-Cardamom-House.h78317318.Hotel-Information)