Overview
Beachfront resort in Watamu with direct views of Watamu Marine National Park
Accommodation and Resort Layout
Crystal Bay Resort Watamu features two integrated resort areas that enhance the guest experience. The rooms offer private entrances, satellite TV, and seating areas, with some providing sea or garden views. Each bungalow is surrounded by lush tropical gardens, creating a secluded setting within the 70-unit property.
Dining Experiences
High-class dining is available at the Main Restaurant and Tamu, with direct views overlooking the bay. The skilled culinary team prepares exquisite fish dishes and authentic local cuisine, using fresh ingredients. Guests also enjoy private access to Papa Remo, a top local restaurant with its own menu.
Activities and Recreation
Crystal Bay Resort offers a variety of recreational activities including golf, deep-sea fishing, and diving. On-site water sport facilities provide canoeing, windsurfing, and snorkelling, all within the marine park. Evening entertainment features karaoke, live music, themed dinner nights, and stand-up comedy.
Wellness and Spa
The spa and wellness center at Crystal Bay Watamu provides facial treatments, massages, and manicure and pedicure services. Guests can use the fitness classes, sauna facilities, and outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. Spa/wellness packages and beauty services like waxing are also available.
Location and Nearby Attractions
Crystal Bay Resort Watamu Kenya sits directly on Watamu Beach, within walking distance of the Watamu Marine National Park. Nearby historical attractions include the Gedi Ruins, a 15th-century Swahili settlement, and Malindi Marine National Park. The hotel offers airport shuttle service to Malindi Airport, 24 km away, and car hire for exploring the coast.
- Location: Beachfront on Watamu Beach, adjacent to Watamu Marine National Park
- Dining: High-class Main Restaurant, Tamu, and private access to Papa Remo
- Activities: Golf, deep-sea fishing, diving, windsurfing, and live evening shows
- Wellness: Spa & wellness center with massages, facials, and fitness classes
- Resort Layout: Two integrated resort areas with 70 bungalows in tropical gardens
- Nearby: Gedi Ruins and Malindi Marine National Park within 20 km
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed

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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Outdoor swimming pool
Cots
Beach access
Private beach
Sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness club
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Golf course
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Karaoke
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Crystal Bay Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 164 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 18.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Malindi, MYD |
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