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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mombasa has to offer.
When to visit Mombasa
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.
How to Get to Mombasa
Plane
When flying to Mombasa, you’ll arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 5h 25m.
Airlines serving Mombasa
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 AED 214 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 374 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mombasa, with prices from AED 40 to AED 1,785 per night. Bamburi is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mombasa are about 14% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mombasa
Most booked hotels in Mombasa
Hiring a car in Mombasa
Expect to pay AED 5.18 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 AED 62.14 and AED 82.86. 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 Mini car hire (Suzuki Alto or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.