Mombasa

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Where to stay in Mombasa

Mombasa Island as seen from the aerial view.  The New Nyali bridge  and Tudor Creek is visible

Nyali

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

Nyali
Sailboat at the diani beach in Kenya. Beautiful view on ocean

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.

Galu Beach
This is why you don't get out of the vehicle. No one wants to be lunch.

Shanzu

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

Shanzu
Fort Jesus Mombasa

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.

Old Town Mombasa
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Tudor

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tudor and surrounding area, you can visit Mombasa Island and Mombasa Marine National Park.

Tudor
Neighborhood on the coast of Mombasa, Kenya

Kikowani

While Kikowani isn't home to many top sights, Mombasa Island and Fort Jesus are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kikowani
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 $310 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
CA $310
CA $393 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (350 reviews)
Just perfect as always is.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa
Hotel English Point Marina & Spa

Hotel English Point Marina & Spa

4 out of 5
Cement Road Mombasa Mkomani
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Hotel English Point Marina & Spa
CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa

3.5 out of 5
Nyali Road Mombasa Coast
The price is CA $72 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
CA $72
CA $87 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (187 reviews)
The only thing I did not like was the buffet service for breakfast. They could serve the hot drinks and keep the food warmer. They can come bring the bill versus you going to pay. Lots of wasted time sitting doing nothing when they can be serving. Other than that front desk was quick, polite. Waiters ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, 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.
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Paradise just beautiful

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Kilua Residences by CityBlue, Mombasa
Amkia Villas Diani

Amkia Villas Diani

3.5 out of 5
Nomad Mvindeni, Road Diani Beach Kwale County
Stay at this villa in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Diani Beach and Diani Snake Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
The was very helpful I enjoyed my stay I would recommend

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Amkia Villas Diani
Jacyjoka Apartments Nyali

Jacyjoka Apartments Nyali

3 out of 5
Off Links Road Mombasa
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and City Mall ...
Jacyjoka Apartments Nyali
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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