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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Upmarket beachfront hotel with spa, near Bamburi Beach

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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

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Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Aerial view
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Reception

Overview of Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

8.4 out of 10 Very good
8.4/10 Very good

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Map
Malindi Road, Bamburi Highway, Mombasa, 80100
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Fitness centre
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Children's pool
  • Spa tub
  • Waterslide
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Children's club (free)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom

Room options

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Twin Room (Garden Facing) | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room (Garden Facing)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room (Pool Facing)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed (Pool Facing)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea Facing | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea Facing

  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 48 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden view

Room, 1 Double Bed (Garden Facing)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the beach
  • Bamburi Beach - 4 min drive
  • Nyali Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Vipingo (VPG) - 18 min drive
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 38 min drive
  • Ukunda (UKA) - 92 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Zero 01 Lounge - 3 min drive
  • Dublin Street - 6 min drive
  • Mios Bar And Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Char Choma - 5 min walk
  • Shots Bar and Bistro - 5 min drive
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About this property

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

At Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, you can spend time at the beach enjoying volleyball, beachside drinks and sunloungers, plus you'll have access to on-site scuba-diving, surfing/body boarding and windsurfing. 5 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. Dining choices include 3 restaurants, and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this upmarket hotel include a free kid's club, a poolside bar and a fitness centre.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 335 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2:00 PM until midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Babysitting*
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Water slide
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Rafting
  • Scuba diving
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Waterskiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1970
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Water slide
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Tulia Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Lido Seafood Grill – This seafood restaurant specialises in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 4 and 12 costs USD 15

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Sarova Whitesands
Sarova Whitesands Beach
Sarova Whitesands Beach Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Resort
Whitesands Sarova
Sarova Whitesands Beach Hotel Bamburi
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Kenya/Bamburi
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort And Spa
Whitesands Hotel Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands & Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa Hotel Mombasa

Frequently asked questions

Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
You can check in from 2:00 PM - midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as rafting, waterskiing and windsurfing. Additional recreation on-site includes aerobics . Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools. Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa also has 2 bars, a water slide and a fitness centre, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
Does Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa like?
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa is located a short 16-minute walk from Bamburi Beach.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food, friendly staff, comfortable room with ocean views, just overall a beautiful resort.
Abbas, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

A lovely stay but room for improvement.
Wonderful facilities, beautiful views, very well maintained. Lots of space and room to enjoy and relax. Poor standards of service in all restaurants apart from some excellent staff like James (total star), Catherine and Joel. Food below average.
Helen, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My stay at White Sands Sarova.
Had a great time, excellent view, very clean, enjoyed the delicious food, staff very friendly, hope to visit again.
Lillian, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lubna M, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Victoria, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

KALIMBA, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Oddvar, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joseph, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good food
AMIR ADHAM, 7-night family trip
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