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, Mombasa Marine National Park and Nyali Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Nyali
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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 Marine National Park.

Old Town Mombasa
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Kinyozi

Though Kinyozi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mombasa Island and Fort Jesus.

Kinyozi
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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
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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
Hotel English Point Marina & Spa
Hotel English Point Marina & Spa
4 out of 5
Cement Road, Mombasa, Mkomani
The price is €156 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€156
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (316 reviews)
Restful stay close to the city
"Modern hotel with large pool and a good selection of restaurants. Good view of the city especially at dawn and sunset. There is a beach but not sure about water quality. Pool was good but a shower in the changing room would be useful. Room fairly small but well equipped. Glass door and window to ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Hotel English Point Marina & Spa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa
The price is €242 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€242
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (256 reviews)
Amazing hotel in Mombasa
"My stay at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resport & Spa in Mombasa was amazing. It is a wonderful hotel at a stunning location by the Indian Ocean. And the service in the hotel is really good and with the personal touch."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa
CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa
3.5 out of 5
Nyali Road, Tudor Creek, Mombasa, Coast
The price is €65 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
€65
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
7.6/10 Good! (146 reviews)
"Our 2 days Was okay. The bathroom had stains that can be removed with some stains remover the bed was a bit dusty and the noisy was too loud till midnight. But Friendly helpful staff and lovely breakfast thank you.."

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025

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.
Tamarind Village Apartments
Tamarind Village Apartments
4 out of 5
Cement Silos Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Mombasa County
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Mombasa Marine National ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and very helpful. Pool area was clean and the food excellent"

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

Tamarind Village Apartments
Amkia Villas Diani
Amkia Villas Diani
3.5 out of 5
Nomad Mvindeni, Road, Diani Beach, Kwale County
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Diani Beach and Kongo Mosque are located ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
Very modern and contemporary style
"New build property. Everything high quality, the staff are friendly and helpful and keep the complex in a very good condition. Very peaceful and quiet. Inside the property has all modern appliances along with stylish furniture and bedding etc."

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2025

Amkia Villas Diani
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! (24 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
7
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!