That’s because Jamal’s Crate Key will only spawn during a specific side quest.
However, Jamal will not spawn until you start the “Missing: Jamal” side quest.
You’ll find missing person posters, including one for Jamal, on the wall outside.

Grab Jamal’s to start the “Missing: Jamal” quest.
After grabbing Jamal’s poster,fast travelto the Halperin Hotel and follow his trail.
After defeating Jamal, they’ll drop Jamal’s Crate Key on the floor as a reward.

Sunbather is a powerful miniboss, but defeating them will grant you thePoolside Container Key.
If you’re struggling, invite some pals into aDead Island 2 multiplayersession to make things easier.
That wraps up how to get Jamal’s Crate Key in Dead Island 2.

There are plenty more keys scattered around throughout LA, though.
