Mombasa
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Mombasa is Kenya’s most popular beach destination and can be combined with a fantastic Kenya or Tanzania safari. Along it’s beautiful coastline stands luxurious hotels which will suit every style and taste. An hour to the south lies Diani Beach, famed for its long stretch of brilliant white sand and peaceful setting. The hotels and beach to the north are much closer to Mombasa.
Msambweni Beach House & Private Villas
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This stunning hotel on the south of Mombasa is a quiet, unique setting on a stretch of unspoilt sandy beach, surrounded by 28 acres of natural land.
Alfresco dining, bar, infinity pool, a complimentary massage, beach volleyball, 18 hole golf course nearby, jungle & tropical rainforest walks, snorkelling, windsurfing, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and visits to Kiste Marine Park and lunch on Wasini island. 9 rooms and a tent with en suite bath/shower. Msambweni Main House features 3 air-conditioned rooms, mini bar, satellite TV, DVD, large living, dining room and a large terrace with open verandah. The Msambweni Luxury Tent features a verandah and use of the Msambweni Main House swimming pool and sun lounging area. Approximately a 2 hour drive from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer.
The Funzi Keys
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Tucked away on an unspoilt island in the Indian Ocean, its unique appeal is its luxurious seclusion and beautiful natural scenery. This remote and exclusive hideaway is situated on Funzi Island off the Kenyan coast.
Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, sailing, creek fishing, windsurfing, canoeing boat trip on the Ramisi River or Funzi Creek, deep-sea fishing and scuba diving in the Pemba Channel. 17 spacious cottages all have hand carved king-sized four-poster beds, jacuzzi with spectacular sea views, en suite bath/shower, fans and safes. Garden view cottages (2 adults and 1 child). Sea front cottages and sea front family cottages are also available. Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes from Mombasa airport & then a 15 minute boat ride to the hotel. Note: Closed from mid April to end of June.
Serena Beach Hotel & Spa
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Shanzu Beach, north Mombasa. Designed to resemble a 13th century Swahili town, complete with winding lanes, carved balconies, fountains and market squares. 3 restaurants, 2 bars, ice cream parlour, pool and 2 children’s pools, tennis, gym, mini golf, squash, beach volleyball, Maisha Spa. Water sports include scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, wind surfing, snorkelling, glass-bottom boat and catamaran sailing. 164 air conditioned with bath, mini bar, TV, patio or balcony. Village rooms (3 adults), village sea view rooms (3 adults) garden rooms (3 adults), which are larger and have a separate bath and shower. Approximately 45 minutes from Mombasa airport.
The Sands At Nomad
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On Diani Beach, this hotel is a unique fusion of hand carved polished mahogany, classic Venetian ‘stucco’ and traditional Sawhili architecture, The Sands nestles in 25 acres of indigenous coastal forest, where silken coated colobus monkeys swing. Two restaurants, two bars, swimming pool, central gazebo, jacuzzi, deep in the forest shade is a professional massage and nature treatment salon, 18-hole gold course is nearby, cultural and botanical tours, windsurfing, deep-sea fishing, kite surfing, pedaloes and kayaks.
18 air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms, mini bar and satellite TV. Forest rooms (3 adults). Sea breeze rooms (3 adults), which offer partly sea views. Approximately a 2 hour drive from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer.
Hemingways
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A member of the ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’ group, this exclusive beachfront property is set within the world-famous Watamu National Park. Outstanding cuisine and exceptional standards of service. Restaurant, bar, 2 pools, tennis, gym. Water sports include snorkelling, diving, big game fishing, windsurfing and sailing. 74 air-conditioned with shower, mini bar and a terrace or patio. Superior rooms (3 adults) are larger and overlook the ocean, pool or gardens, deluxe family rooms (2 adults and 2 children) offer the easiest access to the hotels gardens and beach. Approximately 2 hours from Mombasa airport.
Alfajiri Villas
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Situated on Diani Beach, this Italian jewel is one of the finest villas on the East African coast. Built on a coral wall, and overlooking the Indian Ocean ensuring privacy and stunning views. Each villa has a vreandah with a butler who will serve food and drinks. Swimming pool, massage, 18-hole championship golf course nearby, health club at nearby property, hire of vehicle and driver to tour Diani Beach, snorkelling, diving, kite surfing and deep-sea fishing. 3 villas with en suite bath/shower and a large spacious verandah with sea or pool views. Beach villa (4 adults). Garden villa (9 adults) are split-level, air conditioned with sea views and Cliff villa (8 adults) has a dining room, kitchen, lounge and sea views. Approximately a 2 hour drive from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer.
Cove Luxury Tree House
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A breathtaking retreat within a natural setting in its own private cove, on the shore of Kinondo beach, south Mombasa. Restaurant, bar and pool. Health and beauty treatments available. Local excursions include bush walks and village/national heritage visits. Water sports can be arranged nearby. 6 tree houses (2 adults) partially open bathroom with shower, air-conditioned bedroom, four-poster bed, jacuzzi, mini bar, lounge, dining area, sea view and services of a butler. Approximately a 2 hour drive from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer. Children under 18 are not permitted.
Tijara
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Overlooking the blue waters of the Indian Ocean, this exclusive retreat is a place far away from the stresses and strains of daily life. Situated to the south of Mombasa it nestles in 5 acres of tropical gardens elevated above its own private beach. Al fresco or private dining, fresh water pool, private sun decks, masseuse, beauty therapy, reef and cave walks, snorkelling, extensive marine and bird life, nearby 18-hole golf course, deep-sea fishing and scuba diving. 4 palm-thatched cottages with authentic Swahili furniture and both room and bathroom open up to a spacious private deck.
Approximately 45 minutes from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer.
Sun ‘n’ Sand Beach Resort
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A lively and informal hotel on Kikambala beach, north Mombasa.
4 restaurants, 3 bars, 3 pools (two are salt water), 2 children’s pools, tennis, volleyball, TV room, table tennis, darts, pool, bicycles, basketball, kid’s club (aged 4-11 years), animation programme and beauty salon. Swahili lessons and accompanied local school visits. Glass-bottom boats, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, paddle boats and kayaking. 300 air-conditioned rooms with a bath, TV and balcony. Standard rooms (3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children), deluxe rooms (3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children) are larger.
Approximately 1 hour from Mombasa airport.
Southern Palms
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On the stunning Diani Beach in south Mombasa. This popular hotel is set in tropical gardens and has huge pools. 5 restaurants, 2 bars, 2 pools, tennis, volleyball, table tennis, squash, pool table, fitness room and children’s club (aged 4-12 years). Water sports include deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, catamaran sailing, snorkelling and windsurfing. 300 air-conditioned rooms with shower, balcony or terrace overlooking the pool. Standard rooms (3 adults, sea view rooms (3 adults). An all-inclusive option is available at a supplement.
Turtle Bay Beach Club
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A family –friendly hotel, set within ten acres of tropical gardens on Watamu beach. 3 restaurants, 2 bars, pool, children’s pool and kid’s club (aged 4-12 years), tennis, volleyball and water aerobics. F2 windsurfing, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, catamarans, snorkelling, boogie boards, kiting, pedaloes, canoeing and kayaking. 145 air-conditioned rooms with bath/shower, balcony or patio. Superclub rooms (2 adults and 2 children using fold-away beds) cottage style Lamu rooms (2 adults), ocean front rooms (2 adults and 2 children using fold away beds). Approximately 2 hours from Mombasa airport.
Indian Ocean Beach Club
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Set in delightful gardens on a superb beach on Diani Beach on the south coast of Mombasa. 3 restaurants, 4 bars, pool, 3 plunge pools, kid’s playground, kid’s club (aged 2-12 years), tennis, volleyball, beauty salon. Scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, glass-bottom boats, catamaran sailing, windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and pedaloes. 100 air conditioned with bath/shower, patio or balcony. Club rooms (3 adults) have partial sea view, ocean front rooms (3 adults) overlook the beach. Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes drive from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer.
Tented Beach Retreat
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‘Back to nature’ but not ‘back to basics’ on the remote and unspoilt Gazi Bay, south Mombasa. A short walk through gardens takes you from the retreat to the beach. Pool, health and beauty treatments available, local excursions include bush walks, village/heritage visits. Water sports can be arranged nearby. 12 safari-style luxury tents (2 adults), bathroom with large shower area leading on to a patio, services of a butler. Approximately 2 hours drive from Mombasa airport plus a short ferry transfer. Children under 18 are not permitted.
Pinewood Village Beach Resort
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Situated on the beautifully secluded Galu Beach, just 25 miles south of Mombasa. A boutique hotel set in lush forest landscape with great views of the glorious turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Rooms and suites with balcony. The suites which are more spacious and feature a kitchen with services of a personal chef for dinner, living room and a large verandah with baraza and executive suites which are located on the sea front are also available. Pinewood Village is a great resort for an all-round holiday, offering guests a variety of things to do and a relaxed atmosphere with a very personal feel.
Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Among the many Mombasa beach hotels, Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa boasts of being amongst the favourite Kenya beach hotels, on the East African Coast, where you can enjoy a beach holiday. The resort has the longest beach front of white sandy beaches, 338 rooms ranging from the refreshing standard rooms to the grand presidential suites, a wellness spa, and a well equiped gym for our guests. Approximately 40 minutes from Mombasa airport.
Travellers Beach/Travellers Club
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Sister hotels that sit side-by-side on Bamburi Beach Mombasa’s north coast. Some facilities are shared. Restaurants and bars, pools, kid’s pool, kid’s club (aged 3-12 years), tennis, squash, fitness/beauty centre. Scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, glass-bottom boat, banana boat, water-skiing, jet-skiing, pedaloes, windsurfing and snorkelling. 128 (Travellers Beach) and 158 (Travellers Club) air-conditioned rooms with one double and one single bed, TV, hairdryer and balcony or terrace. Approximately 40 minutes from Mombasa airport.
Kiwayu, Lamu
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Barefoot luxury. A natural, simple but luxurious and secluded retreat, 50 km north of Lamu on Kenya’s remote north coast in the Kiunga Marine Park.
Palm-thatched dining room, lounge and bar. Bird watching, guided dune walks, Mangrove boat trips, picnics at Kitangani or Kongoli beach. Laser sailing, windsurfing, snorkelling, water-skiing, dhow trips, deep-sea fishing, reef and creek fishing. 18 thatched bandas spread out over 1km of beach. Spacious bedroom with safari-style shower and a hammock strung verandah offering privacy and panoramic views over the lagoon (2 adults and 1 child).
Approximately 10 minutes drive from Kiwaya airstrip Note: Closed from mid April to end July.
Kipungani Explorer, Lamu
Overlooking Kipungani Channel, on the remote south-western tip of Lamu Island, located two degrees south of the equator, on the edge of a deserted 14 kilometre beach. Kipungani Explorer is perched on the edge of Kipungani Bay, where the protected mangroves of the creek meet the end of a deserted beach, this resort offers rustic simplicity, and is the ultimate dream destination for those seeking a true desert island holiday. Infinity swimming pool. 12 bandas (2 adults and 1 child) with fresh water showers, daily laundry service and ocean-facing verandah. Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by boat from Manda.
Manda Bay, Manda Island
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A small private lodge on Manda Island in Northern Kenya’s Lamu/Kiwayu archipelago, surrounded by magnificent coral gardens, empty beaches and indigenous woodland. An informal dining room and bar area, sundowner cocktails and candlelit dinners under the stars. Bush walks, cultural visits and excursions to Lamu, bird walks and boating trips. Windsurfing, water-skiing, laser sailing, snorkelling, kayaking, deep-sea and salt-water fly-fishing, scenic flights, private dhow charters for sundowners or overnight and massage facilities. 11 beachfront cottages (2 adults and 1 child) and 5 sea view cottages with ceiling fans, en suite bathroom and verandah. Approximately 20 minutes by boat from Manda. Note: Closed from mid April to mid July.
Fact File
Flying time: 9 hours non-stop to Mombasa
Time difference: 2 hours ahead of GMT
Currency: Kenyan Shilling
Visas: British passport holders require a visa – can be obtained upon arrival
Weather
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