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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Galu Beach

Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Galu Beach. You might consider a stop by Galu Kinondo Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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!
#Wildlife

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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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 Sikh Temple.

Tudor
One of many spectacular Baobab trees in Mombasa.

Kikowani

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

Kikowani
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa
Stay at this 4-star 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! (273 reviews)
"Just good for mostly for family"

Reviewed on 8 June 2025

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa - Your Beachfront Bliss Awaits
Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa - Your Beachfront Bliss Awaits
5 out of 5
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach
The price is SAR 509 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
SAR 509
SAR 637 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (354 reviews)
"I loved it there"

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa - Your Beachfront Bliss Awaits
Swahili Beach Resort
Swahili Beach Resort
5 out of 5
Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province
The price is SAR 683 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
SAR 683
SAR 805 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 9 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (256 reviews)
"I'd visit this place everytime I go to Diani"

Reviewed on 28 March 2025

Swahili Beach 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.
Kilua Residences by CityBlue
Kilua Residences by CityBlue
4 out of 5
Dolphin Road, Shanzu, Mombasa, Mombasa County
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bamburi Beach and Nyali Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
"Lovely spot! Rooms were spacious and comfortable"

Reviewed on 22 April 2025

Kilua Residences by CityBlue
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 March 2025

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments
Diani Beachfront Paradise
Diani Beachfront Paradise
4 out of 5
Diani Beach Road, C41, Diani Beach, Kwale County
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Diani Beach and Kongo Mosque are ...
Diani Beachfront Paradise
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

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
14
5 - Excellent 20%
4 - Good
42
4 - Good 59%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

nice Place o stay.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Just like it, even if it is too hot -Music and Environment counts.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I like to stay there, since the Mix of outside sitting, clubbing and the Music is perfect for me. Unfortunately some Areas are not that safe and the Gov do everything to make it worse.

4/5 - Good

John

Nice if you get the right place and people.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Walking the city can be challenging due to congestion but the beaches are marvelous

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Akambi wood carvers is best place to get wooden items. Fort Jesus lots to see and Shree temple was q good visit.