Mombasa

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Mombasa
Mombasa
Mombasa
Mombasa
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Where to stay in Mombasa

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Nyali

If you're spending some time in Nyali, Nyali Beach and Mombasa Marine National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Nyali
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Shanzu

Visitors to Shanzu enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Bamburi Beach is worth a stop.

Shanzu
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Galu Beach

Unique features of Galu Beach include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Diani Beach or Galu Kinondo while you're exploring the area.

Galu Beach
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Old Town Mombasa

While Old Town Mombasa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fort Jesus and Mombasa Island.

Old Town Mombasa
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Tangana

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tangana and surrounding area, you can visit Mombasa Island and Fort Jesus.

Tangana
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Kikowani

While Kikowani may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mombasa Island and Fort Jesus.

Kikowani
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa
The price is HK$1,717 per night from 2 May to 3 May
HK$1,717
HK$2,176 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
A bit of paradise
"Nice hotel. Great place if you are looking for a self-contained resort. Four pools, multiple restaurants, private beach, bars, spa and more. Definitely a great place to unwind, relax and enjoy beautiful surroundings. Hotel is a bit remote; you’ll need to hire transportation to visit places."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Southern Palms Beach Resort
Southern Palms Beach Resort
4 out of 5
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach
The price is HK$2,104 per night from 2 May to 3 May
HK$2,104
HK$2,483 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Diani Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (186 reviews)
"Really amazing resort locates in the heart of Diani in Mombasa. The staff are very attentive, most of all very friendly and are very accommodating. Access to beautiful beaches. Rooma are very clean and spacious... Will be back in 2 weeks 👍"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Southern Palms Beach Resort
PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
5 out of 5
Shanzu Beach, Mombasa
The price is HK$1,292 per night from 2 May to 3 May
HK$1,292
HK$1,525 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bamburi Beach and Nyali Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (204 reviews)
"Underbart hotell med bra mat, även om den inte var så varierande, fina rum och ett väldigt bra vattenland för barnen! Stranden är inte stor och när vi var där var det mycket sjögräs i vattnet. Kostar en del, men kan varmt rekommendera hotellet!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments
5 out of 5
Mombasa Malindi Highway, Mombasa
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bamburi Beach and Nyali Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (97 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2025

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments
Kilua Beach Resort
Kilua Beach Resort
4 out of 5
Beach Rd, Mombasa, Mombasa County
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Bamburi Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
"Lovely spot! Rooms were spacious and comfortable"

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Kilua Beach Resort
Aqua Resort
Aqua Resort
2.5 out of 5
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, Kwale County
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Diani Beach and Kongo ...
7.4/10 Good! (25 reviews)
"The apartment was clean, fully furnished kitchen, I can say it was good to stay in Aqua Resort."

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2024

Aqua Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Mombasa

4.1
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 19%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Harish

It is a beautiful Town to visit as it lot of history with mix of old and new culture

3/5 - Okay

R&A

The infrastructure definitely has room for improvement, especially the road from the airport – "rough" doesn't even begin to describe it! Works are in progress, though, so hopefully it will get better.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Having family in mombasa ,i have been going for many years .Friendly people all round worth a look .

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Mombasa town is congested, frantic and hot. Worth a visit but hire a local guide ( not expensive) to find the best historic and cultural parts. Serena Beach hotel is a welcome oasis to return to!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Interesting and unique city...

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Just avoid staying at Sai Rock Hotel, it’s one of the worse hotels there!