Title: Crystal Bay Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/53b05910.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/57dd6400.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/825d3c79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/a5d89819.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34032400/34032388/aefcfdc2.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. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Pool - Air conditioning - Room service - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 24 - Oct. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 25 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=34032388&PinnedHotelID=34032388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![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 Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![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 Premium bedding 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 236 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![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 Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Superior Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Premium bedding Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Large Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[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 ![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 - Watamu Beach - 1 min drive - 0.8 km - Prawn Lake - 4 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 #### Restaurants - ‪Gk Palms Bar Restaurant - ‬15 min walk - ‪Papa Remo Ristorante - ‬3 min drive - ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Goshen Cafe & Butchery - ‬12 min walk - ‪Non Solo Padel - ‬2 min drive ## 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 deep-tissue massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure. 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), smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms - Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services Room features All 70 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Daily housekeeping and phones ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22280000/22277400/22277311/7d79fa75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Villas Watamu Watamu - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews CA $93 CA $110 total includes taxes & fees Nov 11 - Nov 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=22277311&PinnedHotelID=22277311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78394900/78394803/ed2d7590.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GK Palm Resort Watamu Watamu - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews CA $128 CA $151 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=78394803&PinnedHotelID=78394803&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788700/74788662/d2b56cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seven Islands Resort Watamu - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.2 Good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=74788662&PinnedHotelID=74788662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private beach, sun loungers, beach towels, beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106230000/106221900/106221869/aa73c982.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Diamonds Malindi Malindi - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive 8.8 Excellent 18 reviews CA $140 CA $224 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=106221869&PinnedHotelID=106221869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5490000/5481100/5481072/b6439e08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Turtle Bay Beach Club Watamu - Pool - Hot tub - All-inclusive - Kids pool 8.4 Very good 90 reviews CA $254 CA $308 total includes taxes & fees Nov 7 - Nov 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=5481072&PinnedHotelID=5481072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4920000/4916000/4915960/7f9410a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marine Holiday House Malindi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 9 reviews CA $34 CA $41 total includes taxes & fees Oct 25 - Oct 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=4915960&PinnedHotelID=4915960&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - 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 ### 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? > Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. ### Is Crystal Bay Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Crystal Bay Resort? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Crystal Bay Resort? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Crystal Bay Resort? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Crystal Bay Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Crystal Bay Resort located? > Situated in Watamu, this beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Watamu Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Prawn Lake and Mida Creek. Ruins of Gedi is 4 mi (6.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 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) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 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 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller May 30, 2021 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 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 ### 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 > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Grand Cayman](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Cayman-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d602874-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Express Quebec City - Sainte Foy by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Quebec-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Quebec-City-Sainte-Foy.h183691.Hotel-Information) > > [Jamliz Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mwingi-Hotels-JAMLIZ-HOTEL.h48214087.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Blaine](https://www.expedia.ca/Blaine-Hotels.d6456.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sotetsu Fresa Inn Osaka-Namba](https://www.expedia.ca/Osaka-Hotels-Sotetsu-Fresa-Inn-Osaka-Namba.h36246385.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Mara Safari Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Fairmont-Mara-Safari-Club.h1544563.Hotel-Information) > > [Kibo Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Amboseli-Hotels-Kibo-Safari-Camp.h14826564.Hotel-Information) > > [Salt Lick Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Taita-Hills-Hotels-Salt-Lick-Safari-Lodge.h1737570.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Clairmont](https://www.expedia.ca/Clairmont-Hotels.d6035030.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ashnil Mara Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Ashnil-Mara-Camp.h12748836.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Toronto-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6057934-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [W Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-W-Toronto.h11653.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/Portland-Hotels-Hotel-Lucia.h15988.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Swift Current](https://www.expedia.ca/Swift-Current-Hotels.d10624.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Elm Hurst Inn & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Elm-Hurst-Inn-Spa.h10261.Hotel-Information) > > [Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Amboseli-Hotels-Amboseli-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h978634.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/del/vancouver-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Oshawa (YOO) to Rukuhia (HLZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yoo/hlz/oshawa-to-hamilton) > > [flights from greater moncton intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yqm/flights-from-greater-moncton-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Seeduwa - Katunayake (CMB) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cmb/yyc/colombo-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lax/toronto-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Hjar Ennhal (TNG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/tng/toronto-to-tangier) ### Cars > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Kingston](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Kingston.d6057821-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Tambor](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Tambor.d6052938.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [El Nido Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Nido.d6046867.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Jamaica Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Jamaica.d88.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Great Lakes Crossing Outlets](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Lakes-Crossing-Outlets-Detroit.d6294449.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Lagos](https://www.expedia.ca/Lagos.dx2115) > > [Visit Downtown Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Downtown-Kelowna.dx3000662835)