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.

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.

Tudor

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

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa

3.5 out of 5
Nyali Road Mombasa Coast
The price is ฿2,273 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿2,273
฿2,682 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (203 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and spacious air condition was a big plus!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa

4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway Mombasa
The price is ฿8,809 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿8,809
฿11,165 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 ...
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa
Swahili Beach Resort

Swahili Beach Resort

5 out of 5
Diani Beach Diani Beach Coast Province
The price is ฿7,826 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,826
฿11,581 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Diani Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 9 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (306 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

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, 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 ...
Kilua Residences by CityBlue, Mombasa
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"Wow. What a nice surprise to open the doors to old world charm and a huge space in these self contained apartments right on the water. Met the owner on site and had a lovely chat over breakfast about the history and his journey since 1979. The restaurant onsite by the water is fab. Supported by the ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Tamarind Village Apartments
Beautiful 3 Bedroom Villa in Diani Beach-sleeps 8

Beautiful 3 Bedroom Villa in Diani Beach-sleeps 8

4 out of 5
Diani Beach Kwale County
Stay at this villa in Diani Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Diani Beach and Diani Snake Park are located nearby.
Beautiful 3 Bedroom Villa in Diani Beach-sleeps 8
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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