Whitesands, 14 kms north of Mombasa, features one of the longest and finest beaches in East Africa. Set in 22 acres of tropical gardens, with palm trees and fish ponds, the resort has four outdoor swimming pools with waterfalls, a secluded island and an exhilarating waterslide.

All 340 rooms are air conditioned with en-suite bathrooms and balcony or veranda. There are two presidential suites (with Jacuzzis and large verandas overlooking the swimming pools) and six executive suites.

Whitesands has various open-air restaurants and bars; light meals in the Minazi Café; grilled steaks and seafood at the open-air Lido Grill; international themed dinner menues in the Pavilions; plus a 24-hour coffee shop.

Leisure activities include jet ski-ing, windsurfing, sailing and scuba diving as well as golg, horse-riding, tennis, volleyball and a fitness room.