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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Bamburi Beach

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5 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
View from property
Kayaking
Aerial view
Aerial view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Spa
    Spa
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Fitness center
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Children's pool
  • Spa tub
  • Waterslide
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The price is $189
includes taxes & fees
$162 per night
Dec 7 - Dec 8

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

Pool Facing Room

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

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

Studio Suite

Highlights

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

Sea Facing Room

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

Pool 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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About the neighborhood

Map
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa, 80100

What's nearby

  • Bamburi Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Haller Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • City Mall - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Nguuni Nature Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nyali Beach - 15 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Vipingo (VPG) - 18 min drive
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 40 min drive
  • Ukunda (UKA) - 91 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

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

At Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, you can spend time at the beach enjoying volleyball, beachside drinks, and sun loungers, plus you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Bamburi Beach. 5 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, aromatherapy, and Ayurvedic treatments. Dining choices include 3 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a free kid's club, a poolside bar, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

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

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 335 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Babysitting*
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Trampoline
  • Children's games
  • Pool toys

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Rafting
  • Scuba diving
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1970
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Spa tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Lido Seafood Grill - This seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 4 and 12 costs USD 15

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like rafting, water skiing, and windsurfing. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the spa tub, or go for a swim in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools. Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa also has 2 bars, a waterslide, and a fitness center, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa like?
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa is located a short 16-minute walk from Bamburi Beach.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

6 stars for hospitality if I could
Absolutely fantastic hospitality from Whitesands. Well done to the whole team. You all are doing a great job. Keep it up.
Harshil, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, friendly staff. 10/10
Jericah, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Joseph, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely facilities, very clean rooms. Staff were friendly, helpful and courteous. Dinner options on the first night buffet were fantastic - seafood galore! Saturday breakfast with bubbles was a nice touch. As the week progressed the food quality and options became much the same fare with small pockets of variation. The fruit selection for breakfast was wonderful but management need to make it more accessible to multiple guests at a time as waiting and pushing in became an exhausting problem. The plastic sunbeds along the seafront need to be updated, the Lamu style beds in the seafront are a big hit. Having single beds would help with overall availability for guests, especially when busy. Great hotel and a fantastic stay.
Melissa, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Service is amazing. One of the best resorts I’ve ever been to.
Gilbert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

expeience not good this time
Murtaza, 3-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

Too hot and ac don’t work and the worse part is no air conditioner in restaurant it was very hot to sit and eat without sweating and feeling so uncomfortable
Omaima, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Soraya, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Keval, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bengt, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had an excellent stay at Whitesands! Property has been impeccably maintained, food was excellent as always with lots of variety, and especially loved the daytime food stations that are always fresh and hot. Lots of activities for everyone especially the kids, decent but small gym, lots of pools, and very friendly staff. I had one issue that was promptly addressed. A !
Maina, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The place was nice and clean and the staff was amazing. My parents had a great time. One of the staff Elizabeth was exceptional went out her way to make my mum, Rose feel well taken care off during the stay. The whole experience was great. My dad loved getting his newspapers every morning. It was amazing.
Margaret, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jose M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful rest!
The food was so good and the staff was incredible.
Janet, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Brett, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food, friendly staff, comfortable room with ocean views, just overall a beautiful resort.
Abbas, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Maya, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A lovely stay but room for improvement.
Wonderful facilities, beautiful views, very well maintained. Lots of space and room to enjoy and relax. Poor standards of service in all restaurants apart from some excellent staff like James (total star), Catherine and Joel. Food below average.
Helen, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sarova Whitesands is an excellent facility with one of the best beaches in the world. This was our second consecutive stay at the hotel. We loved it so much last year that we returned this summer and stayed for six days and we could have stayed longer. The staff is professional, courteous and responsive to requests. The food is delicious. The variety of pools provides options for children and adults and the rooms are well serviced. I used the Ozone children’s club for my son and the spa and I would give both a 5 star rating. We will be back!!!
Jane, 6-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

Great dependable venue that we have stayed at many time. Outstanding service from waiters, cleaners, staff in general. The only reason I don’t give it a 5, is that we were given a room very far from the dining area and entrance which meant that my dad had to go up and down several stairs to get to the room from the dining area. They were able to move him to a ground room, but it was even further away! Considering we were staying for 5 nights, I’d have hoped for more accommodation. Otherwise they were great. Beautiful beaches, clean facilities, excellent location and setup.
Kiran, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My stay at White Sands Sarova.
Had a great time, excellent view, very clean, enjoyed the delicious food, staff very friendly, hope to visit again.
Lillian, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lubna M, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Victoria, 5-night trip
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