• a couple of lawn chairs sitting on top of a picnic table

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

Refreshing African hospitality

Set in 23 acres of naturally landscaped gardens on the pristine sands of Bamburi Beach, the Sarova Whitesands truly reflects its name.

The resort has five pools, including the peaceful tranquillity pool adjoining the Tulia Spa. If you're looking for a more active holiday, choose from deep sea diving, parasailing and more at the Blue Lagoon watersports centre.

Ideal for couples and families, parents will appreciate the Ozone kids' club, children's pool with slide and children's buffets at the Minazi cafe. A range of well-appointed garden, ocean and pool-facing rooms are available and set amid gardens interspersed with palms for a truly tropical stay in Mombasa.

Hayes & Jarvis Rating
Information about hotel ratings
Average: 4 (1 vote)

Guide Price

 £1,599  per person
Hotel Category
Luxury
Location Type
Beach
TripAdvisor Review
Tripadvisor rating 1711 Reviews
Diani Beach

Hotel highlights

  • Cultural market twice a week selling local products
  • Luxurious Tulia Spa
  • Ozone kids' club

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Hotel Features

General Information

  • Check-in Time:
    14:00
  • Check-out Time:
    10:30
  • 338 rooms
  • Transfer duration: Approx. 30 minutes from Mombasa Airport
  • Floors have lift access: No

Main Facilities

  • Diving
  • Fitness facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa facilities
  • Watersports
  • Wifi

Board Basis Options

  • All Inclusive
  • Half Board

For Families

  • Babysitting
  • Family Rooms
  • Kid's Club
  • Kid's Pool

Hotel Location

Location Highlights

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

  • Beach
  • Approx. 30 minutes from Mombasa Airport
1711 Reviews 80% of travellers recommended this hotel

Traveller ratings

  • Excellent 821
  • Very Good 551
  • Average 178
  • Poor 83
  • Terrible 78

What to Expect

  • Location
  • Sleep Quality
  • Rooms
  • Service
  • Value
  • Cleanliness

Reviews

Nov 12, 2019

Holiday of a lifetime!

Swindon, United Kingdom

What can I say, we had an absolutely amazing holiday at Sarova Whitesands! We stayed in a garden view room which had a secluded position with views of the adult swimming pool and sea beyond, the hotel grounds and pools were immaculate and the all-inclusive food & drink offering out of this world. But what really "made" the holiday for us was the warm welcome from, and fun we had we had with all of the amazing staff members we met. They were all outstanding in Coco's Bar (Ian Ian, Brian, Joyce, Esther, Maureen, Erick, Cecelia and Vincent) and also in Lido where we enjoyed many a meal and cocktail (Amina (The Captain), Nashon, Esther, Winnie, Pauline, Fatma, Venessa, Boniface (Babyface), Timothy, Kevin, Jimmy, George, Samuel and Joel) to name but a few - they are really a credit to the hotel and we cannot thank them enough for their hospitality. We would highly recommend this hotel and cannot wait to return!
Nov 11, 2019

Always a favourite

My family and I have been visiting here for decades. I got married here and have brought my 12 year old son here regularly. It is a lovely beach fronted hotel with warm and helpful staff and super grounds. Don't expect 5 star service because this is Africa and things aren't first world. But if you are looking for a great place to relax and to be on the beach, this is a great place to come.
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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

Facilities

Sarova Whitesands Kenya Mombasa Spa

Tulia Spa

Tulia is the Swahili word for 'relax' and the Tulia Spa at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort is designed to help you unwind and rejuvenate.

Sport

Sports Facilities

Sports and games facilities include: tennis, beach volleyball, pool tables, table tennis, water polo, water volleyball. Facilities available at a supplement include: sailing, water scooters, para-sailing and snorkelling.

a group of palm trees next to a body of water

Swimming Pools

There are five free-form swimming pools at Sarova Whitesands, each offering something different. The Lido Pool has a built-in bar which serves up a selection of beverages throughout the day. The children's pool and slide is hugely popular with families and features a small baby pool also. The Palms Pool is the most picturesque of all the pools, surrounded by palms, frangipani trees and bougainvilleas and there is also a waterfall and an island with connecting bridge.The last of the five swimming pools is the Tranquillity Pool, found at the far end of the hotel and considered the quiet zone. Attached to the Tulia Spa and close to the Health bar, the Tranquillity Pool is the ideal spot if you're after a little bit of 'me time'.

fitness

Health Club

For the fitness minded, the health club offers a range of state-of-the-art exercise equipment including cross trainers, exercise cycles, free weights, multi gym, rowing machines and treadmills, all free of charge.

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

Room Types

Palm Room

Pool Facing Room

The large spacious Palm Rooms are very inviting. Decorated with warm colourful hues, all of these rooms have balconies that overlook the Palms Pool, colourful bouganvillea and frangipani trees. Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided for your convenience.

Show room facilities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Separate Shower
  • Towels included
Standard room

Garden Facing Room

Standard rooms are anything but that. You will find all the comforts and details that you need to make your stay a comfortable and enjoyable one, with rooms also having either a pool or sea view. Interconnecting rooms are avaliable and complimentary Wi-Fi is provided for your convenience.

Show room facilities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Separate Shower
  • Towels included
Seafront room

Sea Facing Room

All Sea Front rooms have an unimpeded view of the expansive tropical waters of the Indian Ocean beyond the landscaped greens and swaying palms. Enjoy these views from one of your deck chairs found on your balcony. Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided for your convenience.

Show room facilities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Sea View
  • Separate Shower
  • Towels included
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

Food & Drink

Beach Bar

Cocos Beach Bar

An open-air bar and night spot situated right on the beach, Cocos is a great place for sundowners, dancing or just lounging beneath swaying palms with your toes in the sand. There is a DJ every night, special salsa nights on Friday and live dance or acrobatic performances on other days.

Pavilion Restaurant

Pavilions I & II

Pavilions is the main buffet-style restaurant at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort serving up exceptional cuisine at breakfast, lunch and dinner for half board and all inclusive guests. The cuisines include a variety of continental, Asian and indigenous African dishes with a total of 14 themed dinners spread over a two week period which means you’re in for alternative delights every evening. Live bands, traditional dancers and acrobats also provide the entertainment whilst you dine. Dress code: Men must wear collared shirts and long trousers during dinner

Lido Seafood Grill

Lido Seafood Grill

Lido is a Chaine de Rotisseur certified, fine dining al fresco restaurant set amid the palms on the beach with a stunning ocean view. Serving up a unique style of fresh seafood in a variety of nouvelle cuisine dishes as well as traditional favourites like grilled prawns, lobsters and crab. Restrictions: Open daily for lunch and all days except Mondays for dinner. Dress code: Men must wear collared shirts for dinner.

Lido Pool Bar

Serving up cocktails, mocktails and a variety of other beverages for you to enjoy while you relax in and around the Lido pool. No dress code.

a close up of a coffee cup

Minazi Cafe

The Miniazi Cafe is open 24 hours a day with an early breakfast being served up between 4.00 – 7.00 if you just can't wait to enjoy a few of those tasty treats. The bistro-style restaurant and pizzeria with a wood-fire pizza oven serves up light meals, a rich variety of coffee and an enchanting selection of ice creams, milkshake, smoothies and patisseries throughout the day. Restrictions: This restaurant is not included on half board packages.

drink

Tulia Health Bar

Tulia Health Bar serves up exactly what you'd expect: healthy light meals, salads, smoothies and freshly squeezed juices throughout the day.

Board Basis Options

Half Board
All Inclusive

Food: buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the main restaurant. Lunch can also be taken at the Minazi Café (some dishes excluded). A 20% discount is offered on food for lunch and dinner at the Sea Food Grill.

Drinks: beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks and cocktails are served by the glass from10.00-24.00.

Activities: land based sports activities and non-motorised watersports including snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaks, pedaloes and one glass bottomed boat ride per stay (park fees payable locally).

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

Family Friendly Facilities

Sarova Whitesands Kenya Mombasa Kids Club

Ozone Kids Club & Entertainment

With a wide variety of entertainment planned for the day the large team of specially trained staff are on hand ready to keep your little ones entertained from morning until evening while all you need to do is take advantage of activities readily available to you throughout Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa. Days are filled with indoor activities at the Ozone Club which is extensively equipped with games, toys, children's films, hobby craft and more; and outdoor activities such as swimming, beach walks and nature trails. Children of all ages are welcome and appropriate activities are planned for different age groups.

Kids pool

Children's Swimming Pool

The resort features a children's swimming pool and slide.

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa

Special Offers

Free night offer

Stay 7 Pay 6 OR Stay 14 Pay 12

Valid for stays:

  • 1st - 8th April 
  • 14th April - 15th July 

Offer ends in 243 days

Minor offer catch all

Honeymoon Offer

Honeymooners receive a room upgrade (subject to availability on check in), fresh fruit & flowers in their room and a bottle of house wine for two at the Lido Seafood Grill once per stay.

Offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Proof of marriage is required at check-in.

Travelling
Sunday, December 22, 2019 to Monday, December 21, 2020
Offer ends in 402 days

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