Crystal Bay Resort, Watamu
About the Resort
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
Rooms
The resort offers rooms enriched with Lamu-style decor, all equipped with
Eat & Drink
The resort features two onsite restaurants: the
Leisure & Business
Crystal Bay Resort offers diverse leisure options, including two
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Paid Wi-Fi in public areas
- 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
Reviews and Ratings
I had a somewhat mixed experience at Crystal Bay. The location is lovely, right on the beach, and the villa-like arrangements give a cozy feel. However, the service left much to be desired, especially regarding bookings and the treatment of guests. The breakfast was basic, which was a letdown, and the rooms could use some updates, but overall, I found it a decent stay for the affordable price.
Crystal Bay is a budget-friendly option located on a beautiful bay with a decent beach. The accommodations are reasonable, and the pool area is nice. However, my experience was overshadowed by the focus on Italian guests, leading to some frustrating situations with lounge chair access. Additionally, the breakfast was just average and I faced some challenges during the booking process.
I had a mixed experience at this resort. While it offers stunning views and the rooms are visually appealing, the service and dining options leave much to be desired. The staff seemed to favor Italian guests, which made it difficult at times to enjoy my stay fully. Overall, it’s a good value, but some improvements are necessary.
I had a tough start to my vacation in Watamu. The lack of readiness for our rooms left a sour taste, and the experience with the owner was unprofessional and discriminatory. However, I was relieved that the staff eventually removed the dirty linens after I raised my concerns. I definitely won’t be returning here any time soon due to how we were treated by management.
My experience at the resort was quite mixed. While the rooms offered stunning views and cleanliness, I encountered significant issues with the overall service and dining options. The breakfast was repetitive, and on top of that, the staff's reception left much to be desired. However, the ambiance of the resort by the beach was truly relaxing.