Monday, May 16, 2011

Where to Stay When in Mombasa this Summer

Mombasa is well known for its white sandy beaches, and therefore you will be spoilt for choice on where to stay. The town has various types of accommodation along the North Coast and South Coast. You can either stay in a hotel, guest and beach house, apartment, lodging, villa, summer cottage or a bed and breakfast. All these are available at different rates. When choosing where to stay consider your budget, preference, hobbies and the number of people you are traveling with if you are not alone. These factors will help you choose the right type of accommodation and save you money. To help you decide let us explore features of the different types of accommodation in Mombasa.

Each hotel in the Coastal town has a unique theme and distinct services, to help you find exactly what you are looking for. Hotels in Kenya are of international standard with high quality service. In most hotels, visitors can choose from a range of fun activities for all age groups. These include safaris, deep sea fishing, diving and other water sports. The town also has many villas. This kind of accommodation features a number of bedrooms, bathrooms, large dining and sitting areas plus TV and internet access. Some villas come with their own cook and housekeeper to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Villas provide endless opportunities for people of all ages and interests.

If you are interested in a more private kind of accommodation you can stay in an apartment. The bedroom is usually en-suite, fully furnished and serviced. Beach houses are also a common type of accommodation in Mombasa. They are much similar to apartments but different in that they come with a private compound. You feel like you are in your own backyard. This type of accommodation is also best for large traveling groups. Another similar place to stay is in a cottage. All these give you the opportunity to do your own catering meaning that you cook your own food. However laundry and cleaning services are provided.

If you are backpacking and moving from one town to another or in Mombasa only for a short stay, then you should go for the bed and breakfast type of accommodation. Here you only get to spend the night and you are provided with the next day’s breakfast. With the variations in accommodation in Mombasa, as a visitor at the Kenyan Coast you are guaranteed of finding every modern convenience you could wish for. So go on make a reservation for this summer and enjoy your holiday in Mombasa. For more information on accommodation in Kenya visit http://www.intokenya.com

Dream of Africa Hotel

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