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Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with a black chair, a glass partition, and a plant arrangement.
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and string lights.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a desk with a chair, and a view of palm trees through the window.
An interior view of a dining area with wooden furniture and a view to the outside.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bamburi Beach

Popular amenities

  • Beach bar
  • White-sand beach
  • On-site health club
  • Regional cuisine restaurant
  • Kids’ pool
  • Room service
The current price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct

Explore the area

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Mombasa Malindi Highway, Mombasa, 80100
  • Place, Bamburi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mombasa Go-Kart
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nyali Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a balcony with a view.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

A spacious living area with a dining table, red sofas, and a balcony with white railings.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a painting on the wall, and a balcony with blue railings.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A living room with a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About this property

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments

This aparthotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a health club. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a beach bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site. 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. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

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.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Property # 6429819
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

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 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$100, 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: anytime.

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?

Located in Shanzu, this luxury 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.

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 114 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Accommodation was good. However, apartments are poorly furnished with lots of wear and tear. Restaurant food was expensive and not fresh. No hot water at night.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Rent og greitt - og kjøkkenet hadde nødvendig utstyr. Det var rent og greit på rommet og ellers i bygget. Personalet var diskret og hjelpsomme; - en feil på a/c anlegget ble fikset mandag morgen etter å ha bli meldt fra lørdag kveld. Det var delvis sjø-/strand-utsikt, men litt "innestengt pga byggets utforming. En fin uterestaurant i hagen (med grei mat) kompenserte på en bra måte. Stranden var rimelig ren og fredelig (ikke mye mas med med selgere/ "beach boys").
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

6/10 Okay

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

6/10 Okay

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

4/10 Poor

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 review

8/10 Good

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