Mombasa

Travel Guide

A sunset over a calm sea with two people fishing in a small boat.
A heart-shaped object with the Kenyan flag on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
A small boat anchored near a sandy beach with clear turquoise water.
A camel with two riders on a beach with clear blue water and a clear sky.
A beach with clear turquoise water, boats, and a sandy shore lined with trees.

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.

Old Town Mombasa

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

Shanzu

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

Galu Beach

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

Kikowani

While Kikowani isn't home to many top sights, Mombasa Island and Fort Jesus are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway Mombasa
The price is CA $339 per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
CA $339
CA $429 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa
PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa

5 out of 5
Shanzu Beach Mombasa
The price is CA $194 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
CA $194
CA $229 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Mombasa Go-Kart are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (282 reviews)
"Just come back from a 2 week stay and didn't have the best experience, we were put in the block furthest block away from everything and told thats the block their family suites are in, no sea view, no pool view, no balcony, the viee from the window was all the aircon units. The bedroom door was a ..."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
Serena Beach Resort and Spa

Serena Beach Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
Shanzu Beach Mombasa Mombasa County
The price is CA $295 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
CA $295
CA $349 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (241 reviews)
"I have stayed at the Serena several times over the past 20 years. In fact, of the 80 countries I have visited the Serena in Mombasa is still my favorite place in the world. The staff, including front dest staff (namely, Althuman) and the wait staff are outstanding. Many are long-term staff who have ..."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

Serena Beach Resort and Spa
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.
Kilua Residences by CityBlue, Mombasa

Kilua Residences by CityBlue, Mombasa

4 out of 5
Dolphin Road, Shanzu Mombasa Mombasa County
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Bamburi Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
"Even as a family of 5 we found our 3 bedroom sea view apartment to be extremely spacious and well-equipped, with en-suite shower rooms to the 2 twin bedrooms and both a dressing area and en-suite bathroom with separate shower to the master bedroom - there was also a full-sized kitchen, lounge, dining ..."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

Kilua Residences by CityBlue, Mombasa
Mira Heights Suite & Conferencing

Mira Heights Suite & Conferencing

4 out of 5
Simba Road off Simba lane Nyali Mombasa Mombasa County
Stay at this apartment in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Mombasa Marine National Park ...
Mira Heights Suite & Conferencing
Tamarind Village Apartments

Tamarind Village Apartments

4 out of 5
Cement Silos Road Mombasa Mombasa County
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Mombasa Marine National ...
Tamarind Village Apartments
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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