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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
On beach with 5 outdoor pools, near Rabai Museum

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5 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Beach/ocean view
Lobby
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Aerial view
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • All inclusive
  • Gym
  • Spa

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Pool Facing Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden Facing Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio Suite

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Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sea Facing Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden view

Garden Facing Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Pool Facing Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa, 80100

What's nearby

  • Bamburi Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Haller Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nguuni Nature Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • City Mall - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Nyali Beach - 11 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mios Bar And Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zero 01 Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dublin Street - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Severin Sea Lodge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

Upscale hotel near Bamburi Beach
Located close to Rabai Museum and Haller Park, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa provides a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Indulge in a body wrap, a massage, and Ayurvedic treatments at Tulia Spa, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include beach volleyball, surfing/body boarding, and rafting. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with a waterslide and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture, massage treatment rooms, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 335 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lido Seafood Grill
  • Pavilions

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Rafting
  • Scuba diving
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Water skiing
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Sarova Whitesands
Sarova Whitesands Beach
Sarova Whitesands Beach Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort
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Whitesands Sarova
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Frequently asked questions

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa located?

Located in Mombasa, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district and within 1 mi (2 km) of Bamburi Beach and Haller Park. Rabai Museum and City Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 278 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Really enjoyed our stay the staff very friendly, accommodation good, food choice excellent and location and amenities great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Everything was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Just good for mostly for family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Loved staying here would come back again the food the staff the whole place ,the security and the entertainment team were all amazing.lots of picture spots swimming sitting ooh my it’s just amazing.love my stay here will be back Sarova
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing stay and all inclusive..loved it. Huge hotel, everyone is so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Excellent service . Excellent food . Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Nice hotel. Great place if you are looking for a self-contained resort. Four pools, multiple restaurants, private beach, bars, spa and more. Definitely a great place to unwind, relax and enjoy beautiful surroundings. Hotel is a bit remote; you’ll need to hire transportation to visit places.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

My stay at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resport & Spa in Mombasa was amazing. It is a wonderful hotel at a stunning location by the Indian Ocean. And the service in the hotel is really good and with the personal touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Courteous and service oriented staff; excellent facilities all round and the food is gorgeous, delicious and diverse!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great staff and variety of quality food choices. We really enjoyed our 2 hr snorkelling trip off of the beach. The beach itself is nice for walking ,but expect some salespeople to interrupt you and a fair bit of seaweed in the water. The pools were perfect though for us and our teenagers. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed our 4 nights at Whitesands.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent food, friendly staff, comfortable room with ocean views, just overall a beautiful resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

It was nice and clean. The staff are great and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Service is amazing. One of the best resorts I’ve ever been to.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great and beautiful resort for both business and leisure. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The staff was friendly and reliable. Good food, excellent ambience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10

Excellent choice for families, clean, good variety of food and kids activities. Lovely beach bars
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Had a great time, excellent view, very clean, enjoyed the delicious food, staff very friendly, hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Stayed at Sarova Whitesands after very many years. I was extremely happy to have spent time here. The hotel facilities, staff, and food spread are all immaculate.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Absolutely fantastic hospitality from Whitesands. Well done to the whole team. You all are doing a great job. Keep it up.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice selection of food and very good. The staff was very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10

Property was very clean.

10/10

Excellent service, friendly staff. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024