c3 Cowrie Shell Residences
Mombasa-Malindi Highway, next to Shanzu on Bamburi Beach
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Why people book this hotel
“Customer service was also good”
“Friendly staff”
“Great location”
“Good size, good location”
“Rooms were comfortable”
“I absolutely loved the room”
“They cleaned the flat daily and we could use the facilities at city blue”
“It was definitely a good, clean residence”
“The Breakfast was really nice”
“It would’ve been a 10/10 if they offer breakfast buffet but they don’t offer bre…”
“The Wi-Fi too, though takes time to connect but works at an okay speed”
Overview
Located in Mombasa and only a few steps from Bamburi Beach, c3 Cowrie Shell Residences provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.1 km from Shanzu Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift for guests. Each unit has a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a dining area and a seating area with a flat-screen TV, while the private bathroom includes a bidet and free toiletries. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, all units have bed linen and towels. The aparthotel also features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness room for guests to relax in. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Kenyatta Public Beach is 2.4 km from c3 Cowrie Shell Residences, while Haller Park is 5.3 km away. The nearest airport is Moi International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Tawayi
couple
January 7, 2025
Rooms were comfortable
Hon Simon
couple
January 6, 2025
Chef not allowing take away for food
Andile
solo_traveller
December 31, 2024
Great location.
Sabiha
couple
December 17, 2024
“Lovely staff douglas, santa and cynthia.”
Good size, good location. We were part of city blue. They cleaned the flat daily and we could use the facilities at city blue.
Nadege
extended_group
December 5, 2024
“The room was extremely dirty. I don’t even know you how you checkin a guest in a dirty room like tha”
The view
Edna
solo_traveller
October 27, 2024
“Location ish but would visit again”
I absolutely loved the room. I loved the amenities that is the pool, the gym 10/10, the proximity to the beach, and the privacy. It was definitely a good, clean residence. The view from the restaurant was also beautiful. Hospitality was top. Customer service was also good. I will visit again and would recommend 💯 The front desk could use a little bit of warming up, but Yusuf was amazing, kept checking in ensuring I'm comfortable although I was out a lot😂 which is why location from different stores was a challenge for me.
Peter Karanja
solo_traveller
October 27, 2024
“Always a fantastic place to visit.”
The apartment is clean as always and the location is fantastic.
Barry
family_with_children
October 9, 2024
Friendly staff
laura
couple
September 13, 2024
its next to the beach.rooms size is big. bathroom size is big.
Cynthia
couple
September 4, 2024
“Okay.”
The beach front property. The guards at the beach were quite friendly and ready to assist at any point.
Abiodun
extended_group
September 1, 2024
“I think the hotel need to do more to serve guests.”
The reception was too slow. We spent over 40 mins waiting to check in despite calling the hotel several times from the airport before arriving. We could not collect our receipt on checking out also. We paid in dollars and yet they put same dollar amount on the receipt with KES as the currency. We said we need a reprint and after waiting for over 30 mins, we had to leave so we do not miss our flight. They need to improve on service at the reception. However, rooms were clean and room service was great. The location was good and it was very easy to get Uber.
Calvin
couple
August 24, 2024
“wouldnt stay there for more than a day”
the food was okay thats the only good thing about the place really
ahowler
couple
August 6, 2024
“Improvements needed”
The location is good.
Frederik
couple
July 31, 2024
It's a pleasure to be there. The staff is friendly, helpful and professional.
Timo Jimi
couple
July 1, 2024
“Re-re-re-re-re run fun time 😂✌🏽”
I love Cowrie Shell, I lived here longer time before. The staff, the bar and nice deco with so comfortable bed and of course gym.
Joseph
solo_traveller
June 24, 2024
“Cowrie Shell Apartments”
Generally staff were friendly and efficient.
Aminazahra
family_with_children
May 12, 2024
“Very nice 👌 place”
The staff are polite and friendly. Very professional management.
Mufaddal Shabbir
couple
May 3, 2024
“Not a bad place at all if you are okay with room/sitting room balconies facing each other”
Its a nice secure place. I was there for just a night, enroute to Malindi. The Breakfast was really nice. Choice of 3 or 4 from continental, Indian, swahili and there was a fourth one. The bed was really comfy and we were really tired from the journey so we slept like logs. The staff were very helpful.
Benjamin
couple
March 27, 2024
The facility is near to a bitch.
CHIBUIKE
couple
February 6, 2024
“I got value for money.”
The staff were nice, everything in the property works fine. The Wi-Fi too, though takes time to connect but works at an okay speed. It would’ve been a 10/10 if they offer breakfast buffet but they don’t offer breakfast at all and water at least. I was not expecting a 1 bedroom apartment though.
Facilities
Activities
Fitness, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Laundry, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Daily housekeeping
Apartment
The air-conditioned apartment features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and a bidet. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. Featuring a balcony with pool views, this apartment also provides a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
One-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. Boasting a balcony with pool views, this apartment also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Three-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment consists of 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. Featuring a balcony with sea views, this apartment also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 3 beds.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. Featuring a balcony with pool views, this apartment also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
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