Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

Hotels
Independent
8 (565 reviews)
Mombasa Malindi Highway, Mombasa, 80100 , Mombasa , KE

Children allowed

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Parasailing nearby
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location is great
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Food prices are high
Room amenities lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Issues mentioned regarding cleanliness from several reviews.
Service
8.61
Generally positive feedback on staff friendliness, but some issues noted.
Location
8.65
Positive comments about the beachfront location.
Room Quality
7.6
Mention of room issues such as blocked sinks, which impact perception.
Amenities
8.63
Good amenities mentioned, but some shortcomings noted in reviews.
Value for Money
7.59
Mixed reviews on food pricing and overall value.
Food and Beverage
7.14
Some dissatisfaction with restaurant pricing and food quality.
Overall Experience
8.11
Overall experience was good but with a few notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 05:52

Property Description

Recreation and Relaxation
Take advantage of the health club and outdoor pool, then wind down at the beach bar.

Deluxe Dining and Services
Indulge in regional cuisine at Suli Suli Bar Restaurant and benefit from concierge services, room service, and more.

Convenient Location and Comfort
Stay connected with complimentary WiFi, enjoy kitchen amenities, and relax in air-conditioned rooms just steps away from Bamburi Beach.

To experience luxury on the beach at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments, book now for an unforgettable stay in Mombasa.

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MBA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Smoking

    Smoking permitted

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Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 565 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 8.61
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 7.59
Food and Beverage: 7.14
Overall Experience: 8.11
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Volker couple ch
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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zulekha extended_group ke
8
Cons:

No allowance for early check inn. arrived early morning and had requested for early check inn that was not allowed

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Kirsten solo_traveller dk
9
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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SARAH BONITA solo_traveller ug
9
i enjoyed my stay
Pros:

clean and well furnished

Cons:

old rusty safe and faulty wooden wardrobes

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Nancy family_with_children ke
10
I had booked this trip for my family and for the 4 nights they spent there, they had a great time.Ty
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Vojtech solo_traveller de
9
2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Ibrahim couple us
10
Staying at Cowry Shell Beach Apartments in Mombasa was an experience that truly exceeded expectations. From the moment I
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
I
Ibrahim couple us
10
Staying at Cowry Shell Beach Apartments in Mombasa was an experience that truly exceeded expectations. From the moment I
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
I
Ibrahim couple us
10
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Glory family_with_children ke
10
A relaxing and enjoyable stay with great service, a clean environment, and a beautiful beach.
Pros:

The hotel itself was very clean and well-maintained, which made our stay even more comfortable. Our room was spacious and tidy.

Cons:

Overall, everything was great, but one small thing we noticed was that toothpaste was not provided. It would be a nice addition to the room amenities for added convenience.

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Amina Ali couple ke
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Lutz family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Super Kommunikation mit den Besitzer n, kostenloser Flughafentransfer.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
M
Medina family_with_children gb
9
I'll be back!
Pros:

Amazing location, lovely staff, very well equipped and comfy room, great bar and restaurant.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
B
Bertil solo_traveller se
9
Pros:

It is right on the beach.
And the apartments have the facilities I needed
The staff in the reception was good

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Nelima family_with_children ke
9
Pros:

The views

Cons:

I wish there was a 24 hour restaurant or a vendor machine, my first night didn't go so well.as a pregnant woman

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Peter family_with_children at
9
Pros:

DieAussicht, die nähe zum Meer und zum Pool

Cons:

eigentlich garnichts

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
F
Feldt family_with_children se
8
Pros:

Trevlig personal, välstädat, snabb hjälp vid problem

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
O
Olaf solo_traveller de
7
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Carol couple ke
10
Pros:

The rooms were well cleaned daily. The staff were friendly and helpful. The houses were comfortable and with great beach access. It is such a good place to relax with flexibility to self cater

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Kui Kalinga solo_traveller ke
5
Nice apartments but dared can do with a refresh but good location on the beach
Pros:

The apartments were beachfront which was great a short walk on the beach to various restaurants on the beach. the staff at the restaurant and security were very helpful.

Cons:

My room was filled with cockroaches and the lady at the reception was reluctant to move my room inspite of my complaints and a housekeeping coming and seeing the infestation in the fridge and room she only moved me on my last night.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee