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
The lions will sometimes come right up to the safari vehicles, if you're lucky. Let me tell you, their roars are pretty damn loud!
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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
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
Voyager Beach Resort

Voyager Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Mount Kenya Rd. Nyali Beach Mombasa
The price is P9,669 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P9,669
P12,086 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort 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! (752 reviews)
Beautiful all inclusive resort !

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Voyager Beach Resort
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway Mombasa
The price is P11,200 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
P11,200
P14,196 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (333 reviews)
Beautiful location and well kept!

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Cocoa Luxury Resort, Nyali

Cocoa Luxury Resort, Nyali

3.5 out of 5
Moyne Drive Mombasa
The price is P5,384 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
P5,384
P6,892 total
Feb 4 - Feb 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Bamburi Beach are located ...
7/10 Good! (270 reviews)
Everything was nice and we liked

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Cocoa Luxury Resort, 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.
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 Bamburi Beach and Nyali Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
Clean rooms, well air conditioned, and great service. We were impressed.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Kilua Residences by CityBlue, Mombasa
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
The hotel needs renovation. Overall is a good hotel

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Tamarind Village Apartments
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

5 out of 5
Mombasa Malindi Highway Mombasa
Book a stay at this 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! (105 reviews)
All the staff were super nice and very accommodating

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Cowrie Shell Beach 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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