Top-Performing Airbnb Listings in Mombasa, Kenya

Updated October 2026 · Data period: Sep 2025–Sep 2026

Compare 30 leading Airbnb listings in Mombasa, ranked by the Airbtics Listing Score, a score out of 100 based on guest reviews, Guest Favorite status, and occupancy compared with the market median over the same period. See guest ratings, occupancy, average daily rates, and estimated annual revenue for each property.

Listings are ranked by the Airbtics Listing Score, a score out of 100 based on guest reviews, Guest Favorite status, and occupancy over the last 12 months.

How the score works

Factor Maximum points
Guest rating (vs. a 4.3 floor)30
Guest Favorite badge30
Occupancy (last 12 months)30
Operating scale (listing-months)10

When listings tie on the same score, the listing with more guest reviews ranks higher — a larger review history gives stronger evidence of sustained performance.

Revenue and nightly rate are shown separately so you can compare commercial performance alongside the score. This leaderboard highlights strong guest experience and booking performance — not the market’s highest earners by revenue alone.

Mombasa Airbnb market at a glance

Listings tracked Median occupancy Median daily rate Median annual revenue
1,660 37% KES6,363 KES874,962

Market figures cover Sep 2025–Sep 2026 and provide context for the leaderboard below. See the full Mombasa Market Overview →

Top 30 Airbnb listings in Mombasa

Ranked by Listing Score among the 1,660 active Airbnb listings Airbtics tracks in Mombasa. When listings tie on the same score, the one with more guest reviews ranks higher.

Rank Listing Scoreout of 100 Airbnb listing Guest rating Occupancy Average daily rate Estimated annual revenue Listing Insights
#1 90
Coastal gem with privacy - Kenzó Apartments
2 BR · Entire home · Mombasa
5.0
43 reviews
85–100% KES17,013 KES3,854,276 View listing
#2 90
Luxury Beachside Studio, Nyali-AC-Gym-Pool-Parking
1 BR · Entire serviced apartment · Mombasa
4.8
42 reviews
82% KES4,935 KES789,115 View listing
#3 90 4.8
32 reviews
82% KES4,415 KES1,031,980 View listing
#4 90
Nyali 3 Bedroom Sea View Penthouse with Pool & AC
3 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
5.0
24 reviews
85–100% KES12,338 KES2,638,394 View listing
#5 90
Panoramic Sea view Penthouse A/C, Pool, Gym, Beach
4 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
5.0
17 reviews
84% KES18,442 KES1,704,079 View listing
#6 90
Nyali 2BR | Beach nearby, Fast WiFi, Free Parking
2 BR · Entire condo · Mombasa
4.9
12 reviews
85–100% KES4,155 KES411,441 View listing
#7 90
City Center-Home Away From Home.
2 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
9 reviews
79% KES5,324 KES399,622 View listing
#8 88
The Gallery Suite Nyali links road.
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
82 reviews
74% KES3,246 KES876,910 View listing
#9 88
Cosy Apartment Bamburi
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
59 reviews
75% KES1,948 KES442,741 View listing
#10 88
Malkia Homes in Mombasa near Pirates Beach
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
5.0
36 reviews
75% KES3,116 KES568,069 View listing
#11 88
Nyali Coral Seaview with gymn
2 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
30 reviews
74% KES11,169 KES1,520,826 View listing
#12 87
Tina's Family Apartment
3 BR · Entire condo · Mombasa
5.0
54 reviews
73% KES13,506 KES3,539,721 View listing
#13 87
Family suite 3bedroom Nyali pavillion suites
3 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
45 reviews
73% KES11,039 KES2,667,486 View listing
#14 87
Modern 1BR Apartment in Nyali, Mombasa
1 BR · Entire serviced apartment · Mombasa
4.9
42 reviews
72% KES7,922 KES2,053,440 View listing
#15 87
Cozy Home in Mombasa, Fast WiFi, 5mins to Beach.
Studio BR · Entire condo · Mombasa
4.9
36 reviews
71% KES2,337 KES497,937 View listing
#16 87
Tulivu One-Bedroom in Mombasa
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
35 reviews
73% KES2,597 KES576,381 View listing
#17 87
Modern 2BR Apartment in Nyali, Mombasa
2 BR · Entire serviced apartment · Mombasa
4.8
5 reviews
73% KES9,870 KES2,593,977 View listing
#18 86
Clean & Co️mfy Designer 1 Bedroom with Fast Wi-Fi
1 BR · Entire condo · Mombasa
4.8
276 reviews
68% KES3,636 KES764,179 View listing
#19 86
1Br Nyali/AC/closebeach/mall/washer/hotshower/wifi
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
41 reviews
69% KES4,805 KES1,110,814 View listing
#20 86
La Flame Nyali 1bdrm links Road
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
5.0
32 reviews
68% KES3,116 KES515,081 View listing
#21 86
Spacious 3BR Apt Nyali Near Beach & Attractions
3 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
6 reviews
70% KES10,649 KES820,025 View listing
#22 85
Nyali 4BR Penthouse • Sea Views • Pool. Near beach
4 BR · Entire serviced apartment · Mombasa
5.0
11 reviews
66% KES22,598 KES3,296,207 View listing
#23 84
Simba Apartment. Beach Road Nyali
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
61 reviews
65% KES4,155 KES986,004 View listing
#24 84
Silversands Studio Bamburi, MSA
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
28 reviews
65% KES1,688 KES333,646 View listing
#25 84
Sisimua House | Cosy Studio in Bamburi
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.8
15 reviews
65% KES1,948 KES229,227 View listing
#26 83
Saba House on the creek
2 BR · Entire villa · Mombasa
5.0
108 reviews
60% KES17,403 KES3,811,288 View listing
#27 83
Nitro Luxury Homes Nyali
2 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
77 reviews
62% KES9,350 KES2,116,170 View listing
#28 83
Beachfront Bliss | Sea views+AC+Pool+Gym
4 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
72 reviews
60% KES20,390 KES3,963,890 View listing
#29 83
Swahili Seaview: Old Town, AC, Rooftop Pool, Lift8
3 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
37 reviews
61% KES8,961 KES1,208,089 View listing
#30 83
White House
1 BR · Entire rental unit · Mombasa
4.9
21 reviews
61% KES2,727 KES557,290 View listing

Data note: Every featured listing held Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge as of 2026-10-30. Occupancy above 85% is shown as 85–100%. Revenue, occupancy and daily rates are Airbtics estimates for the stated data period.

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Mombasa Airbnb listing FAQs

  • Which are the top-performing Airbnb listings in Mombasa?

    Coastal gem with privacy - Kenzó Apartments ranks first on this leaderboard with a Listing Score of 90 out of 100. It has a 5.0 guest rating from 43 reviews and an estimated occupancy rate above 85% during Sep 2025–Sep 2026. The table shows how it compares with the other featured listings.

  • How are the listings ranked?

    Listings are ranked by the Airbtics Listing Score, which considers guest reviews, Guest Favorite status, and occupancy compared with similar local properties. When listings tie on the same score, the listing with more guest reviews ranks higher. To qualify, a listing must meet Airbnb rating data, at least 90 active days in the last 12 months, and occupancy data available.

    The score evaluates the combination of guest experience and booking performance. Revenue and nightly rate are shown separately so you can compare commercial performance alongside the score.

    Read the full scoring methodology →

  • How much do these Airbnb listings earn?

    Among the 30 featured listings with revenue estimates, estimated annual revenue ranges from KES229,227 to KES3,963,890, with a median of KES1,008,992, during Sep 2025–Sep 2026.

    These figures describe the listings featured on this leaderboard. For a broader view, see Airbnb revenue across Mombasa.

  • How does their occupancy compare with the market?

    The featured listings with occupancy estimates have a median occupancy rate 72%, compared with 37% across Mombasa during Sep 2025–Sep 2026.

    Listing occupancy above 85% is shown as a band (85–100%) rather than an exact figure.

  • What does Guest Favorite mean?

    Guest Favorite is an Airbnb badge identifying homes that stand out based on ratings, reviews and reliability. It applies to an individual listing.

    Every listing featured on this leaderboard held the Guest Favorite badge as of 2026-10-30. Learn how Airbnb identifies Guest Favorites →

  • Can I use these listings as Airbnb comps?

    Use the leaderboard to discover properties worth investigating, then choose comps that match your property’s location, bedrooms, property type and amenities. Include a wider range of comparable properties when estimating expected revenue, because this leaderboard highlights leading listings.

    You can filter listings and build your own comp set in the Airbtics app.

  • Can I see the historical data behind a listing?

    Open Listing Insights to review the property’s historical revenue, occupancy and nightly rates. You can also inspect calendar snapshots showing the availability and prices recorded over time.

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See up to three years of estimated monthly revenue, occupancy and nightly rates for an individual listing. Investigate how its performance changes through the seasons and how it compares with the wider market. If you have an address in mind, use our calculator to estimate income for a specific property.

Monthly revenue, occupancy and average daily rate for an individual Airbnb listing in Airbtics.
Monthly revenue, occupancy and nightly rate for one listing.

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Review calendar snapshots from the last 12 months to see which nights were available or unavailable when Airbtics checked, along with the prices recorded for available nights.

An unavailable night can reflect a booking or an owner block. The snapshots give you a record of the observed calendar, so you can inspect the evidence alongside the estimated performance.

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