Mombasa Travel Guide

Tourist 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.

Our guide on where to stay in Mombasa

Find the best Mombasa areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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

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 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 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.

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa

5 out of 5
Shanzu Beach Mombasa
The price is NZ$328 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$328
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bamburi Beach and Nyali Beach are located ...
PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
Voyager Beach Resort

Voyager Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Mount Kenya Rd. Nyali Beach Mombasa
The price is NZ$366 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$366
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Mombasa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (797 reviews)
"The people at Voyager are what make this place so special."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Voyager Beach Resort
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway Mombasa
The price is NZ$342 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$342
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
"Will be coming back. Courteous staff went out of their way to please and the environment was serene and excellent"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, 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
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bamburi Beach and Nyali Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Nice hotel, clean and host was good, breakfast options not amazing, but the pool and clean rooms was very good, recommend"

Reviewed on 28 June 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Bamburi Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, good service and very clean, recommend"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Mira Heights Suite & Conferencing
Tamarind Village Apartments

Tamarind Village Apartments

4 out of 5
Cement Silos Road Mombasa Mombasa County
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nyali Beach and Mombasa Marine National Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"Friendly staff and beautiful property"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

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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