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Originally published by The Standard BusinessAugust 24, 2026
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Coast hotels depend on domestic tourists to remain afloat
Domestic tourism is increasingly becoming a key pillar of Mombasa’s hospitality industry, with hotels reporting a growing number of Kenyans visiting the Coast for holidays and conferences...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenyan hotels along the coast are increasingly relying on domestic tourists to maintain operations and profitability, especially during traditional low seasons.
- Domestic visitors now account for a significant portion of hotel occupancy, with some reporting 70-75% of their clientele being Kenyan travellers.
- Key players include Sales and Marketing Manager Margaret Masha of Bamburi Beach Hotel and general manager John Yegon of Hotel Sapphire.
- Improved transport connectivity, including increased train and flight services, has facilitated easier travel for Kenyans to the coast.
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