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Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

Property class: 5 and above

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Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments offers a perfect coastal getaway on Bamburi Beach. Travelers can sunbathe on the shore or enjoy drinks at the beach bar. The aparthotel features an outdoor pool, various fitness classes, and authentic Regional cuisine at the Suli Suli Bar Restaurant.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €53
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located on the beach, Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments is in Shanzu, a neighbourhood in Mombasa. Two Tusks and Fort Jesus are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nyali Beach and Haller Park. Wild Waters and Mamba Village are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Mombasa travel guide
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Mombasa Malindi Highway, Mombasa, 80100

What's nearby

  • Small cove with a rock
    Bamburi Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A hole in the sky at Dusk
    Nyali Beach
    16 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Mombasa, Kenya
    Fort Jesus
    22 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Diani Beach
    Diani Beach
    60 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Mombasa Go-Kart
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Severin Sea Lodge
    10 min walk
  • The Moorings Floating Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Char Choma
    3 min drive
  • Istanbul Cave Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Yul's
    20 min walk

About this property

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

At Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy volleyball. Each apartment provides a dryer and a fridge, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a microwave and an electric kettle, and other amenities include a stovetop and room service. Housekeeping is not available.
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Mombasa aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Restaurants on site

  • Suli Suli Bar Restaurant

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Limited room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: KES 25 per day

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business centre
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Health club
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 86 units
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 3000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 25.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cowrie Beach
Cowrie Shell Apartments
Cowrie Shell Beach
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments Mombasa
Cowrie Shell Beach Mombasa
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments Mombasa
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments Aparthotel
Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments Aparthotel Mombasa

Frequently asked questions

Does Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments on 2 May 2026 start from €53, including 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.

Is Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of KES 3000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments located?

Nestled on the beach, this Shanzu aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bamburi Beach and Mombasa Go-Kart. Haller Park is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
All the staff were super nice and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was in order…services from the staff were awesome ! I loved my stay there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

TING

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are courteous and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Affordable beach front stay

For such a large complex it never felt overcrowded. The restaurant below has a great menu and live entertainment on set nights. Staff were friendly and efficient. Full size fridge and cooking facilities in room were good. Not the most modern or chic place, but very clean and affordable.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

DirkJan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beach side on the quiet far end. Still best value for money IMHO. Walking distance to decent food. Nice beach walk. Cold beers at Blue Coconut and the entertainment is entertaining after a few drinks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to stay and relax while having a beach just below. The have a great restaurant on site but prepare to wait as things are made to order. I had to wait to get soup for almost an hour. Otherwise, the property has a great and friendly staff. I surely recommend this location for a long or short stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proper is right on the beach. We love that. The swimming pool was very nice. Comfortable. The staff were helpful. Very pleasant people all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gavril

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had 2 consecutive pre-paid reservations of 4-5 days each. The room I was given had no hot water. The front desk people knew that and yet they gave me another room only after 3 days and after I threatened to cancel the 2nd reservation. Otherwise the room is OK and the cleaning crew works hard. The food is so-so. You have to wait a lot. In the last days I discovered that the mexican food was better cooked than other menus. The property is squeezed on a very narrow plot and the pool is retardedly designed and not safe. It is also exposed to sun only between 11 am to 1 pm. The neighboring plots are terrible! If I ever return to this place it will be because their rooms have a kitchenette. And only after the Malindi Road is done.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I reslly enjoyed my stay , thank you all so much
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I will recommend this facility to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Best value beach hotel in Mombasa

Great value apartments right on the beach. Rooms are spacious and comfortable and staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property administration was very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orinthal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The ambiance of the apartment eas made so nice by the wooden furniture. The worse thing was the quality if the dining service. The cooking was terrible and the servers were very slow. Also the many cats in the dining area was annoying. Otherwise it was fabulous, because everyone was very curtious.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice apts fully equipped. The towels and pillows are a little tired, but clean and great location. Expedia has 2 options, do not use c3 Cowrie as that's not thru the front desk. Also, breakfast is not included, restaurant is now separately owned. All units have AC and works good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Rolig sted med muligheter for å lage mat på leiligheten. Hyggelige ansatte som hjelper til hver gang du spør om noe 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hartvig Bruun

Liked: Cleanliness

God ophold. Dårlig wifi Larm fra byggeri

Wifi meget dårligt. Virked halv tid. Larm fra arbejder på reparation af byggeri. 6 dage fra 8 am to 6 om. I 2 uger Service i bar var god.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MR M

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place to stay. Comfortable well equipped apartment, friendly efficient staff, beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Niels

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort, communication
The bed was very hard - aircon. did not work - furnitures were very cheap and uncomfi.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Was a good stay service is good good lication
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The refreshing coconut at check in was a pleasant surprise! The beach acces is also a plus
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sanatollah

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

trivselresa

Mycket dålig kvalite på pool vatten. Väldigt smutsig strand,på nio dagar var jag där inte en enda gång kunde jag se städning på stranden trots Att jag var in på receptionen och klagade på, inga mygg net fanns på rummet och inga mygg medel att sperayya . Blev mygg biten med infektion risk.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Bästa strandläget

Fantastisk personal, trevlig stämning över lag, läget är fantastiskt, lugnt och behagligt för den som önskar varva ner. Saknar viss köksutrustning.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sanatollah

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mycket dålig Pool vatten kvalitet . Mycket smutsig strand
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Bed was aweful - Felt like I was sleeping on the floor, but with the matress springs poking me in the ribs. Worst sleeps I've had in a long time. The studio apartment I was given was not in a great condition, A/C started to leak / Balcony door frames were coming of the wall and there was this weird smell in the studio flat. Staff were polite, but that's apart it, mainly focused there attention on those who they thought would tip them more, then those who they thought would not - Got better service from security staff at the gate then from front of house staff. Certain staff need to improve on there personal hygiene as well, in terms of smell. The beach apperently belong to the restaurant which isn't part of the hotel, so if you want a sunbed then you'll need to purchase a expensive meal or drink, irrelevant if your a guest of the hotel. So instead once you come into the beach take a right turn and walk for 5 minutes, you'll see a lot more nicer beachfront hotel cafes, which are worth the money, then this one. During the night you can hear security opening and closing the gate - Security is very weak compared to other Kenyan hotels I've stayed at. Would I come back and stay here agin? Never! Was it worth the money I spent at this hotel? No.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020