Hotel Sapphire

3.5 star property
3.5-star guestrooms with balconies

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Front of property
Sundeck
In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Reception
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mwembe Tayari Road, Mombasa
  • Place, Mombasa Island
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sikh Temple
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Mombasa

In Mombasa .Steps from the hotel, you'll find Sikh Temple and Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple. Mombasa Island and Two Tusks are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mombasa Island - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sikh Temple - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Holy Ghost Cathedral - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fort Jesus - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Room Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlour - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Inn-Haile Selassie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gulshan Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Valencia Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Perfect Pizza, Digo Rd Mombasa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Sapphire

3.5-star guestrooms with balconies
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at Hotel Sapphire. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Mombasa hotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Sapphire offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sapphire Mombasa
Sapphire Mombasa
Hotel Sapphire Hotel
Hotel Sapphire Mombasa
Hotel Sapphire Hotel Mombasa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Sapphire to the airport?

Hotel Sapphire is 5.9 mi (21-min drive) away from the Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Sapphire?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Sapphire on Jan 25, 2026 start from $58.85, excluding 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.

Does Hotel Sapphire have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Sapphire.

How close is Hotel Sapphire to the beach?

This hotel is 6 mi (23-min drive) from Nyali Beach and 7.4 mi (34-min drive) from Bamburi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Sapphire offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Sapphire, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Sapphire?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Sapphire?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Sapphire?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Sapphire have a pool?

Hotel Sapphire features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Sapphire have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Sapphire have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Sapphire to downtown Mombasa?

Hotel Sapphire is 1.7 mi away from Mombasa.

Hotel Sapphire Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 79 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hoshil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pilar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Sapphire surprised me at how big it was with good restaurants and excellent service. It was very convenient to the commuter rail station. I had a comfortable stay with a clean, air-conditioned room. I wish the government in Mombasa would do more to clean up the area around the hotel because the location could be a great place for all kinds of travelers and locals alike.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful service and staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too dirty
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Benson

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a walkable distance to the spice market and the old town. The staff was incredible, the room was spacious and the pool area was great for breakfast or to just relax. Special thanks to Laureen and Fahad
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ousmane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was literally no water in the unit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Disliked: Amenities
I booked through Expedia and Expedia showed that the hotel had a hot tub. I wanted to stay in a hotel with a hot tub in order to relax for my last two days in Nairobi. However, when I arrived at the hotel, they told me that there was no hot tub. They said they could give me a room with a hot tub if I paid additional money, but that is not the same thing as booking a hotel that has a hot tub available for all guests to use in a common area. I contacted Expedia for a refund, but they refused stating that the hotel could’ve offered me a hot tub in my room for an additional expense. I should not have to pay additional for a hot tub after booking my room because there was already an understanding that the hot tub was included in the price, just like using the pool was already an included amenity. Hotels that offer hot tubs and pools have them in common areas for use by guests, and if an additional fee is necessary, that should be stated. I was very disappointed because I specifically chose this hotel to use the hot tub, and it was not available. In addition, the Internet did not work in the hotel during my stay. I still would like a refund because I did not get the services that I paid for when I booked the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Biniam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff n restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jameelah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was nice. The water stayed hot for two people to take showers. But the noise from the music they play at night was ridiculous! The place is made of tile so the sound just reverberates off all the surfaces. It was so loud and nonstop until almost midnight. I think they have a live band at night. Would not recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Foo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Addressed noise issue very well

It was renovating and the work from 10am to 5pm disturbed, especially when it rained on one of those rare days in July/Aug. The hotel addressed this very well, upgrading our room and putting us on half board. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

DARRAN, Hobart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel construction was going from 6:30 am to 8pm.The remodeling was very loud banging and the elevator didn't work.We had to walk up/down four flights of stairs.The staff was helpful and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ramanlal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb hotel

A lovely clean hotel but without doubt the best experience was the quality of service by the staff where nothing was too much trouble. If you want quality service with friendly helpful staff then look no further that the Hotel Sapphire. I will definitely use this hotel when I return later in the year.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaseen

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness
I had a good, short stay. The staff were all very nice and welcoming. My room was pretty standard but it was clean and comfortable. My room card and the packet it was in was a little old and dirty but I assume it’s because they reuse them. I had some trouble getting a good WiFi signal, but luckily didn’t need it too much having stayed on a weekday. The safe in my room also didn’t work, but I didn’t mention it because as I didn’t really need it having only stayed one night. I was staying one floor above the restaurant so it did get a little loud at night but I didn’t mind because it was quiet before I went to sleep. The breakfast buffet was very good, offering a lot of options including traditional Kenyans and Swahili food. Overall, a solid stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

merajdin

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kindness of the hotel staff, and the staff went out of their way to make sure that their gas will satisfied very courteous.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Salima, Friendswood

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water was too hot for shower. Could not adjust temperature.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded me to a suite, free of charge. Great experience, beautiful nice people. I will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Hotel General

Good enough to be right in the heart of mombasa. Walkable to mombasa mall. Great patio entertainment every night. Just the main reception charges extras for guests. My other hotel didn’t do it so it must be a company decision to do that. $2000 ksh per night. That’s a lot compared to booking for 2 travellers when booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025