Security is always a concern. The Government and the City of Mombasa have taken a number of steps to ensure that the general public feels safe in all areas of the City as well as along the beaches. All the streets of Mombasa are now lighted, courtesy of the City of Mombasa offering you a chance to sample the cool night life at various entertainment spots in a secure environment.

The Central Police Station is located at the heart of the town and regular patrols are carried out on foot as well as in vehicles all over the City. Kenya Wildlife Service agents maintain a safe and clean environment along the beaches and ensure that the law is enforced and surveillance maintained round the clock.

Mombasa has many hotels situated along its white sandy beaches as well as in the heart of town. The best hotels can be found along the North Coast, where hotel rooms are just yards away from the warm sandy beaches. Most of the newer hotels are situated on the South Coast and further along the North Coast.

All of the hotels have their own themes which they express in their individual layout and services. During the day, visitors are kept busy by engaging in the assortment of activities that hotel staff plans for all age groups. Trips to nearby attractions, tours of the Town, Safari trips, Deep Sea Fishing charters and other water-based activities are only some of a long list of activities that one can participate in. Many of the hotels also have recreational facilities such as gymnasiums and tennis courts.

Nightly entertainment is provided on a daily basis, and usually consists of an array of intriguing performances by local artists such as fire eating, tribal dances and breathtaking acrobatic shows. Hotels usually have a number of bars located over the breath of the hotel, and some even have their own clubs on their premises.

Below is a list of hotels among others situated in North and South Coast of Mombasa and within the City Center.

* Royal Court Hotel
* Hotel Sapphire
* Bamburi Beach Hotel
* Bahari Beach Hotel
* Club Sun N' Sands
* Emerald Beach Hotel
* Flamingo Beach Hotel
* The Voyager
* Lotus Hotel
* Baobab Resort Hotel
* San Valencia Hotel

Mombasa has a lot more to offer visitors than just beautiful beaches. It was a very influential port in the 15th century, and has played a significant role in laying the foundations of the nation that it is a part of today. Some of the popular attractions in the town relate directly to the historical context, while others seek to complement the tourism industry that the town thrives on.

You can also visit the following attractions:

1. Mooring Floating Restaurant in Mtwapa, Kilifi County
2. Gede Ruins, Temple Point and Marine Parks in Watamu, Malindi County
3. Several Islands in Lamu County
4. Several Beach Resorts in Diani, Kwale County

Mama Ngina Drive

Uhuru Gardens

Marine Park

Haller Park

• New Year's Day - 1st January
• Good Friday - As per the Gregorian calendar
• Easter Monday - As per the Gregorian calendar
• Labour Day - 1st May
• Madaraka Day - 1st June
• Mashujaa (Heroes) Day - 20th October
• Jamhuri (Independence) Day - 12th December
• Christmas Day - 25th December
• Boxing Day - 26th December
• Idd – ul - Fitr - Sighted by the moon

Local hand-crafted items and souvenirs can be bought in the city as well as on the beachfront from tourist shops and local vendors respectively.Traditional African and Arabic clothing can also be purchased at these places. Prices vary, and some good deals can be obtained with a bit of bargaining.

Other shopping centers are Nakumatt in Nyali and Likoni, Tuskys on Haile Selasie and Digo Road and Nawal Centre.