Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Mombasa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mombasa

With a population of 799,668, Mombasa is the largest city in Mombasa, Kenya by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mombasa has to offer.

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When to visit Mombasa

Mombasa in July
Estimated hotel price
£95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mombasa in July
Estimated hotel price
£95
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mombasa in March, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 21 °C, with an average temperature of 24 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 270 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mombasa, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Mombasa

Plane

When flying to Mombasa, you’ll arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 12h 15m.

Plane

When flying to Mombasa, you’ll arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 12h 15m.

Airports near Mombasa

MYDMalindi
UKAUkunda
MBAMombasa Moi Intl

Airlines serving Mombasa

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
Condor
Good (323 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (301 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mombasa

From 5-star hotels such as the Swahili Beach to great affordable options like the Kenya Bay Beach Hotel, Mombasa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £51 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £96 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mombasa, with prices from £10 to £362 per night. Bamburi is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mombasa are about 27% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mombasa

Most booked hotels in Mombasa

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Severin Sea Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£114+
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Prideinn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£135+
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Baobab Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£138+
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Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£164+
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Voyager Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£122+
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Hiring a car in Mombasa

Hiring a car in Mombasa costs £63 per day, on average, or £440 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 52% more expensive than at Mombasa Moi Intl.

Expect to pay £1.01 per litre in Mombasa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.09 and £16.11. The most frequently booked car type in Mombasa is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mombasa costs £63 per day, on average, or £440 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 52% more expensive than at Mombasa Moi Intl.

Expect to pay £1.01 per litre in Mombasa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.09 and £16.11. The most frequently booked car type in Mombasa is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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