Official Name: | Port Reitz |
Pushpin Map: | Kenya |
Mapsize: | 200px |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Type1: | County |
Subdivision Name: | Kenya |
Subdivision Name1: | Mombasa County |
Timezone: | EAT |
Utc Offset: | +3 |
Coordinates: | -4.0386°N 39.6047°W |
Port Reitz (; alternatively spelled Portreitz) is a district of Mombasa, Kenya, and is located north-west of the island. It was named after Lieutenant J. J. Reitz, an officer in the Royal Navy, who became commander or resident of Mombasa in February 1824.[1]
Port Reitz is the location of Moi International Airport, the second largest airport in Kenya. The dual-runway airport was originally named Port Reitz Airport.
At the end of the main Port Reitz road is the Port Reitz District Hospital. The hospital operates a mental institute, a children's hospital and prosthetics centre. A funeral director is located opposite the hospital complex. The road leading to the complex has come under political criticism due to the neglect of upkeep.[2]
Port Reitz is reached by matatu from Mombasa island. Although Port Reitz is a matatu terminus, shared taxis to Migadini are within walking distance.