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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
On beach with 5 outdoor pools, near Haller Park
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • All inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa, 80100
  • Place, Bamburi Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mombasa Go-Kart
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Haller Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Facing Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Pool Facing Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Pool Facing Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Garden view

Garden Facing Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Sea Facing Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Mombasa

Bamburi Beach is a short stroll from Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, and other popular attractions like Haller Park are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 335-room, 4-star hotel has 5 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and 3 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Bamburi Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mombasa Go-Kart - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Haller Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mombasa Marine National Park - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Nyali Beach - 13 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Severin Sea Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dublin Street - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Char Choma - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pavillions Restaurant Sarova Beach Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shots Bar and Bistro - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

On beach with 5 outdoor pools, near Haller Park
Guests of Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa have access to a full-service spa, 5 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 30 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and Smart TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers. Balconies, minibars, and electric kettles are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Tulia Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sarova Whitesands
Sarova Whitesands Beach
Sarova Whitesands Beach Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Resort
Whitesands Sarova
Sarova Whitesands Beach Hotel Bamburi
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Kenya/Bamburi
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort And Spa
Whitesands Hotel Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands & Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Hotel Mombasa

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

As of Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa on Feb 12, 2026 start from $186.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

This hotel is located in Mombasa, a short 8-minute walk from Bamburi Beach and also 19 minutes on foot from Mombasa Go-Kart. You'll also find Nyali Beach and Mtwapa Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Tulia Spa is the hotel's spa and services include body wraps, Ayurvedic treatments, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa feature a casino at the property?

No, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 5 outdoor pools and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, 5 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa has 3 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa is Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.), which is 11.6 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Vipingo (VPG), which is located 11.9 mi away (43-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa if that's in your vacation plans.

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 336 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort on the sand beach, booked all inclusive package, highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Edem, Abuja

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property was great and will be great for family vacations. Apart from the hiccup at check-in the staff were generally pleasant. Special shout to Winnie from my group. Can’t really remember her name but starts with an ‘N’ from housekeeping did check-up again to make sure everything was ok. Thanks for the fruits too…
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boma, Houston

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My 3rd visit, and it is now hard to envisage going anywhere else. It really is close to perfection. The facilities are exceptional, the staff equally so. So friendly (and genuinely, you dont get the impression they are told to be so) the restaurants are excellent with a huge variety every day. The rooms are excellent and the beaches are unreal.
One step from the hotel looking north
looking south
4 beautiful swimming pools
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally located hotel for meetings and visits locally - Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very helpful, friendly and efficient.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall stay excellent however I can't recommend because of the way I was treated by hotel security, that also involved Kenyan police for taking video & photography. I inquired & was told upon arrival feel free to take content. Only days later to be singled out & questioned who gave me permission. Security stated guess complaints of me taking their images & security concerns. Both unfounded & lies. From demands to view my content no such photos or videos found. About security, as a visitor who came in peace, meaning no harm. How would I know their security concerns? To cover their error I was ask to delete 2 videos. One from my room view of ocean, that had a entrance from the beach. How would I know that concern? And I am sure hundreds have taken same view. It's their job to mitigate security concerns. And not by harassing guest. Any person wishing to do harm will be more covert. There are many ways to secure images without being noticed. The other video demanded to be deleted was the one I took of security guard. I had plan to bring this matter to the attention of management & want to show who it was. Had he not approached me no recording would have been taken. Being falsely accused, I am stopped from leaving & treated liked a criminal & being embarrassed at front exit. With 3 security persons and 2 Kenyan police for taking videos. The trauma of this experience has caused me to not rest well. I will not return there & advise friends & family not to as well. Exp. ruined!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAUNDA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sarova was an excellent choice from the staff to the place itself. Was beautiful. I leave with great memories of Mombasa. The team !! Chirop, Martha, Don, Jack, Rocky, Rose!! The spa was amazing !!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a memorable time at the Sarova resort. They have an amazing team working there. I look forward to my next visit there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaheera

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Sarova Whitesands Hotel! The service truly feels 5-star – every staff member was warm and welcoming. Breakfast was amazing with lots of choice, and I really enjoyed that they serve tea and snacks at 4pm, which was a lovely touch. The rooms were very comfortable, stocked with towels, bottled water, tea, coffee, and all the basics. The beds and pillows were super comfy, and the views from the hotel are absolutely beautiful. There are 5 excellent pools to enjoy, each with a different vibe, and the security around the hotel is very reassuring. The beach itself has lovely soft white sand, but there was quite a lot of seaweed in the water which made swimming a little less enjoyable. I didn’t even realise there was a games room until the end of my stay – a great bonus for families or longer visits. I only stayed 2 nights this time, but next time I’d definitely stay longer so I can explore everything properly. Highly recommend this hotel for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuaib

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A definite repeat. Great breakfast and dinner. Wonderful setting. Great service. Coffee needs improvement though. Tried regular black and espresso neither of which were any good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So upon our arrival we were greates with delicious drinks and had a nice check. We are upgraded so the room was immaculate. The staff was very nice and attentive and the food that everyone mention was spot on. Now the reason i am giving this place 1 star is on our second night we notice one of the officers in fatigue outfits holding the large gun being very creepy and disturbing the women on the property. My wife went to the washroom where she was whistled at by one of them. This was Friday aug. 15th a lottle after 9pm. When my wife informed me i calmly approached them to assess the situation and was responded with shut up American the hotel cannot save you if we decide to arrest you. At that point with them holding Ak-47's in another country i really could not do much. One of them was extremely aggressive which i also noticed he had predatory eyes if this makes sense. As a lawyer i have to read people very well and i can see the sexual predatory look. For that reason my wife did not feel safe i spoke with a couple guest who also said there wives did not feel safe with those two men. This is a very serious accusation that should be delt with in house I strongly do recommend any guest staying there until that man is relieved from his job. I will also follow up with corporate until this sexual predator is fired.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dinesh

Liked: Cleanliness
I booked and payed for a twin room but was allocated a double room with dated facilities and had to complain to be allocated another double room .Waited for a long time in reception to be allocated a room that was a twin room .
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zahirali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamal Eddine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sea view was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredible….I can’t wait to come back
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

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