Mombasa Hotels, Mombasa Island Hotels, Accommodation in Mombasa

MOMBASA.

The island if Mombasa is Kenya’s second largest metropolis and the main sea gate to East Africa. It is adequately connected to up-country centers by road, rail and an efficient domestic air service. Mombasa has the harmonious mixture of the ancient and the modern. The old Town is a fascinating place of antiquity, characterized by narrow streets and old-fashioned houses. The 16th century Fort Jesus, a massive fortification built by the Portuguese, is a major attraction. The old Dhow Harbour and the Mombasa Marine Reserve are other places of interest. A wide variety of social amenities and superb modern accommodation facilities make Mombasa the most popular holiday destination for both local and foreign tourists. It is a paradise for sun and sand lovers Water sports, deep –sea expeditions, out-door activities and indoor entertainments are available in abundance. The South Coast resort area, linked by ferry to Mombasa Island, is very popular on account if its magnificent white sandy beaches.

ACCOMMODATION IN MOMBASA KENYA

ALFAJIRI HOUSE

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification):

LOCATION: Diani Beach, South Coast – Mombasa. One hour from Mombasa Airport with 10 daily scheduled services from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta and Wilson Airports, (Kenya Airways and Air Kenya). Five minutes from Ukunda Airstrip, for private charters and a daily service to AND from the Maasai Mara and 3 times per week for direct flights from Wilson airport Nairobi.

DESCRIPTION: Considered by many as one of the finest private houses on the Kenyan Coast, Alfajiri overlooks the Indian Ocean and it’s elevated position ensures privacy and stunning views. The theme is large glass windows, ivory Danish floors, wooden beams, Lamu doors and impressive African and Far Eastern Artefacts. Most of the furniture is made on the property and some is exported. The gardens are meticulously maintained and include many palms from Alfajiri’s nursery. Two large gazebos with huge hand carved sofas with cushions dominate the front of the house. A stretch swimming pool sits on the edge of a small cliff merging into the sea and the horizon. Diani Beach is considered one of the best in Kenya and it is possible to walk for 5 miles to the north and 5 miles to the south.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 8 guests can be accommodated in 4 bedrooms. all en-suite, dining room, kitchen, lounge and a large veranda over looking the Indian Ocean. For larger groups the MAIN HOUSE is available in addition to Alfajiri. This has a master bedroom with 270-degree stunning view on the ocean, Jacuzzi and four additional rooms.

ROOM AMENITIES: All rooms, excluding the master bedroom are air conditioned with mosquito nets. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms. (3 double rooms + 2 single rooms).

SPECIAL FEATURE: Guests at Alfajiri have exclusive use of the property. No other guest, belonging to another group, will be booked at the same time.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
CUISINE: Fresh seafood is brought twice daily to order from the beach and includes some of the best crab, prawns, lobster, octopus and sea fish available. The food at Alfajiri is very healthy with a Mediterranean influence with oils, Parma ham and some cheeses flown in weekly from Europe. The salads and fresh vegetables come daily from local farms and the fruit is hand-picked from trees and bushes around Diani. The Molinaros will easily adapt the menus to suit the guests.

GENERAL FACILITIES:

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:

• Golf: an 18-hole championships golf course, 100 metres away
• Relaxation
• Snorkelling
• Massages and reflexology
• Vehicle available for local excursions within Diani Beach area
• Tennis, squash and a health club can be included at a nearby property
• Wind surfing

CLIMATE: Alfajiri has an excellent climate with little humidity from September to March. There is a continuous off or onshore breeze

ALLIANCE SAFARI BEACH HOTEL
OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 4****

LOCATION: Located directly on beautiful Diani Beach.

DESCRIPTION: The Alliance Safari Beach Hotel built in 1986 with 4 star plus status was revamped and updated in 1990 and again in 1996. It is a short walk up the beach from the other two hotels. Like its sister hotels it has a very generous sea frontage with beautiful trees under which guests can relax facing the glorious white sandy beach and aquamarine Indian Ocean

NUMBER OF ROOMS: Safari Beach Hotel, the flagship property of The Alliance Resorts boasts 220 rooms and suites with accommodation for 424 guests

Room Décor: All rooms overlook the extensive gardens and arranged in seven informal villages, each named after Kenya's most famous game parks. The rooms and public areas are designed in a traditional rondavel style, with thatched roofs, creating an air of spaciousness.

Room Amenities: All 220 air-conditioned rooms are spacious with private bathrooms (bath and shower, some single rooms have shower only), radio, telephone, minibar and private terrace or balcony. The majority of the rooms have got two comfortable 4'0' beds, private bathroom with bath AND shower (shower only for single rooms). All rooms air-conditioned with telephone, piped music and mini-fridge. Interconnecting rooms are available. The voltage is 240 volts.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: The Village Restaurant,
- Beachcombers Brasserie
- The Lobsters
- The Island Grillroom
- The Sportsman's Club
- Zanzibar Ice Cream
- Fresh Juice and Coffee bar
- Bushtracker Bar AND Beach Bar
- Colobus Bar
- Safari Sands Club AND Bar.
- Resident Bands - Shows - Folklore AND Theme evenings, Animation and sports teams activities, Satellite TV and video shows in the Safari Sands Club AND Pub.

GENERAL FACILITIES: The hotel has a Kiddy Club, ice-cream parlour, five restaurants and four bars

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Apart from floodlit tennis courts , the hotel also has squash courts, gymnasium, windsurfing and a PADI diving centre and school. Deep Sea fishing trips can be arranged from the hotel and sea safaris, including an excursion to Wasini Marine Reserve. Trips on a glass bottomed boat are also available.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: This hotel can cater to your every conference need. Featuring the Diani Room, one of the largest Conference Rooms on the South Coast, Safari Beach Hotel can offer you an incredible conference experience. Possessing five restaurants and four bars, this African style hotel can provide you with some of the finest food and beverage offerings in Africa. We pride ourselves on our personalized service and ensure that you have a most memorable stay.

CLIMATE: The climate is typically tropical.
The coast benefits from the influence of the monsoons that render a pleasant and oscillating temperature of between 24 and 30 degrees. May and June are the months of the rainy season.

BAOBAB BEACH RESORT

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 4****

LOCATION: Located in Ukunda, South of Mombasa (35kms). It is 6Km from the nearby shopping center.

DESCRIPTION: The all inclusive Baobab Beach Resort is set on the edge of a tropical forest bordering the Diani Beach, south of Mombasa. Adjacent on the white, fine sand beach of Diani the popular Baobab Beach Resort with predominantly German-speaking personnel lies in the midst of an extensive, tropical forest with shade-PEND-ends to bread fruit trees, which lent their name to the plant. An ideal address for an unencumbered, sporty vacation!

NUMBER OF ROOMS: There are 79 rooms in the main house, and 70 bungalows distributed in 450,000 square meters large, park-similar areas.

ROOM DÉCOR/AMENITIES: All rooms in the bungalows and the two main buildings are ensuite and are equipped with balcony or terrace, shower/wc, Air Conditioning and safe. The view from the room is either to the ocean or into the tropical garden. On request they will provide you with a mosquito net.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: This popular resort has a pool bar and a main restaurant. Beverages can be taken in the beach bar or in the internal open air Discothèque

GENERAL FACILITIES:
E-mail and computer services are available
A Massage Parlor
A business center
A souvenir shop with a jeweler
Studio Facility
Visa and Master cards are accepted

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: A large variety of sports and entertainment is on offer, including football, volleyball archery, shuffleboard, windsurfing, tennis, SSI diving centre and a near golf course.
They also have changing theme entertainment in a well set evening show program and folklore or dance in the theatre as well as in the garden. There is a large swimming pool.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Conference and seminar facilities are available and can seat up to 100pax

CLIMATE: Hot days average 28?C with warm night’s average 22?C. Conventional rains during May-June and October-November. Tropical climate with high humidity levels.

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