Plaza Beach Hotel

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:
The Plaza Beach Hotel supports and sponsors tourism that is culturally, environmentally and socially sustainable.

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative:

The Plaza Beach Hotel is owned and operated by a full staff of Mombasan locals. Internal training and re-training programmes are provided to all hotel employees to ensure they are skilled and continue to learn new skills providing better delivery of service while working at the resort.

The hotel's gardens were designed using indigenous plant species and blends naturally with the surrounding environment. The hotel was planned with the environment in mind and solar energy is used for hot water and efficient waste management systems are in place. All of the food served at the Plaza Beach Hotel comes from local organic farms ensuring farming jobs and income stay local.

The Plaza Beach Hotel is dedicated to acting in a socially responsible manner and works to preserve Kenya's natural environment and distinct local cultures. The hotel belongs to the Ecotourism Society of Kenya (ESOK), a group that actively promotes responsible and sustainable tourism as well as preserving local heritage, and the Environmental Trust of Kenya (ETK) whose aim is to support endangered sea turtles along Kenya's coast. The Plaza Beach Hotel is also a member of the Kenya Association of Hotel Keepers and Caterers (KAHC) and the Mombasa and Coast Tourism Association (MCTA). These groups guarantee guests are provided with the utmost service and standards while staying at the Plaza Beach Hotel.

The Plaza Beach Hotel welcomes ideas and assistance from guests to aid in keeping Kenya green.