Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort

This splendid, family-friendly resort hotel is situated right on a long stretch of white, sandy beach just outside of Mombasa. The hotel helpfully organizes a variety of excursions, including daytrips to Mombasa's old town, Mamba Village crocodile farm, and Ngomongo Village with its tribal huts and hands-on village activities. The hotel itself boasts numerous facilities for sports such as tennis, beach volleyball, water polo and archery, and the five large swimming pools host water aerobics, diving practise and a waterslide for children. The spacious rooms are decorated in an inviting local style with balconies and pool or sea views. Guests can choose from three restaurants, a café, and a beach bar serving a wide variety of cuisines from local dishes to Mediterranean and Asian specialties, and the spa and wellness centre offers a sauna, hot tub and reflexology pool in addition to massages, all for a delightful family holiday by the sea.