If you're in Mombasa temporarily or even if you're a local just looking for an escape from your regular abode, you might want to consider booking an Airbnb, a much cheaper alternative to a hotel room. Plus you get the feel of home away from home.Here are five affordable, highly recommended Airbnbs for Ksh 5000 or less a night to check out around Mombasa (and outskirts).Sunshine Studio - $23 Per NightSuitable for solo travelers who will be looking for a room that can accommodate one guest. Located in upmarket Nyali, the studio apartment offers access to a swimming pool, fast wifi, fresh water and a relaxing view of the Mombasa skyline from the 8th floor. Located in a safe & secure area. Check out Sunshine Studio Bernice's Place Links Nyali - $30 Per NightSuper Host Bernice has a serene, airy, clean and modern one bedroom apartment on the third floor of a modern apartment complex along Links Road in Nyali. The apartment includes a balcony with great views and guests have access to the whole house. In addition, WiFi and Netflix are available on a 60 inch SMART TV.Check out Bernice's Place Loise & Arthur's Place-Bamburi- $28 Per NightLoise & Arthur's Place is a convenient 5 minute walk to the beach. The one-bedroom apartment converted to a studio is located in a safe and secure area. This place, which provides fast wifi and all the amenities you could wish for, has a 5 star rating on Airbnb with rave reviews.Check out Loise & Arthur's PlaceWana's Paradise -$21 Per NightLocated in Nyali, Wana's Paradise is a studio apartment located 10 minutes drive from Nyali beach. Guests can access all the common areas anytime of the day.Check Out Wana's Paradise HereExecutive Bamburi Seafront designer studio- $40 Per NightThis exclusive designer studio is located at a secluded beach and is part of a serviced apartment complex with 24/7 reception. Cowrie shell apartments is a top rated accommodation and can host up to four guests. It has tastefully furnished hard wood Swahili furniture and original oil paintings. There is a gym and great restaurant on site and the pristine sandy beach is fronting the establishment.Check out the airbnb here. *Images: Airbnb
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