Old Town Mombasa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Diani Beach

Diani Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Diani Beach during your travels in Diani Beach? Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Diani Beach
Tiwi Beach

Tiwi Beach

4/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Tiwi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tiwi.

Tiwi Beach

Bamburi Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Bamburi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mombasa. Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment venues in this relaxing area.

Bamburi Beach

Nyali Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Nyali Beach during your travels in Mombasa? Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment venues in this relaxing area.

Nyali Beach

Mombasa Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mombasa Island during your travels in Mombasa. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Mombasa Island

Fort Jesus

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Mombasa with a stop at Fort Jesus. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Fort Jesus

Activities

Well Organised Group Mombasa City Tour

Private Mombasa City Tour Watamu Diani and Malindi

AU$83
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Private Mombasa City Tour Watamu Diani and Malindi
Mombasa Half Day City Tour

Mombasa Half Day City Tour

AU$44
per adult
Mombasa Half Day City Tour
Mombasa Full Day City Tour

Mombasa Full Day City Tour

AU$106
per adult
Mombasa Full Day City Tour
Private Transfer: Mombasa SGR Train Station to Nyali/Bamburi

Private Transfer: Mombasa SGR Train Station to Nyali/Bamburi

AU$62
per traveller
Private Transfer: Mombasa SGR Train Station to Nyali/Bamburi
Wasini Island: Dolphin Spotting & Snorkel at Kisite Mpunguti

Wasini Island: Dolphin Spotting & Snorkel at Kisite Mpunguti

AU$159
per adult
Wasini Island: Dolphin Spotting & Snorkel at Kisite Mpunguti
Mombasa Tusks

Full day tour in Mombasa

AU$215
per adult
Full day tour in Mombasa
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Our pick of the best Old Town Mombasa Hotel Deals

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa
The price is AU$372 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$372
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (303 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Severin Sea Lodge

Severin Sea Lodge

5 out of 5
Malindi Road, Bamburi Beach, Mombasa, Mombasa County
The price is AU$361 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$361
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
"I spent 4 nights there on holiday. I enjoyed the traditional look of the hotel, the security, and the overall experience of the hotel itself was amazing."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Severin Sea Lodge
Diani Sea Resort

Diani Sea Resort

4 out of 5
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach
The price is AU$356 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$356
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Diani Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Diani Beach and Diani Snake Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (93 reviews)
"Hotel managed to re arrange our airport pickup when we got an earlier flight with no hassle. Alan the taxi guy was lovely. Reception and room porter were very friendly. Lovely room and thanks to John our room cleaner. Good choice of food. Cocktails were way too strong. Service at bars and restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Diani Sea Resort
CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa

3.5 out of 5
Nyali Road, Tudor Creek, Mombasa, Coast
The price is AU$105 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$105
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Mombasa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
7.8/10 Good! (168 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious, clean rooms Staff couldn’t do enough for you"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

CityBlue Creekside Hotel & Suites, Mombasa
Southern Palms Beach Resort

Southern Palms Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach
The price is AU$538 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$538
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Diani Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (209 reviews)
Fantastic resort!
"Our stay at southern palms resort was nothing short of amazing! The resort is beautiful with big pools and is located right at the beach front. Our room was big and spacious always kept neat by our lovely housekeeper Veronica. The staff at the hotel are such lovely genuine people. Everyone made us ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Southern Palms Beach Resort
Swahili Beach Resort

Swahili Beach Resort

5 out of 5
Diani Beach, Diani Beach, Coast Province
Fully refundable
The price is AU$556 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$556
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (269 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Swahili Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Mombasa

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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.

Kikowani
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Tangana

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

Tangana
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Kinyozi

Though Kinyozi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mombasa Island and Fort Jesus.

Kinyozi
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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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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.

Tudor
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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

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