Have just returned from a great stay at the Papillon Hotel formally known as the Fontana in Bamburi Mombasa North Beach. The hotel is run by a German lady, it is beautiful and inexpensive. It offers a garden bar, pool and good security. The rooms are basic and are in need of a bit of reconstruction work but they do have hot and cold water facilities. The restaurant is beautifully designed, covered by the shingle and is in the shape of a tribal hut it offers both international and Kenyan food.

It’s location is great it is set on the main road with about a 2 minute walk to the beach and 10 minutes to the bank. The staff in true Kenyan style are very warm and welcoming . Unfortunately they do not yet have an email or website address but can be contacted on [--] would recommend this for a cheap but memorable holiday more