Commitment to Sustainability

We believe that environmental sustainability is the responsibility of every individual, business and organisation. Ensuring the environmental health of our country and our planet for future generations is something we take very seriously. We are proud to be a supporter of the New Zealand Tourism Sustainability Commitment.

Some of our Responsible Tourism Initiatives include:

Guest Rooms

Recycling facilities for guests
Pillows featuring microfiber filling made out of 26 recycled plastic bottles
Koura Body, New Zealand made natural toiletries in recyclable containers
Option for guests to reuse linen and towels, to reduce the use of water and chemical detergents
Removal of plastic rubbish bin liners
Installation of water-reducing shower-heads and dual flush toilets, where possible
Swipe cards used to turn lights on/off
Flow restrictors installed in showers and basins

Restaurant and Meeting Room

Water served in jugs instead of plastic bottled water
Menus created using locally grown organic ingredients
Removal of plastic straws and plastic jam containers
Partner with environmentally aware local suppliers
Eco-friendly metal pens

Hotel Grounds

Electric vehicle charger-EV plugs available for both T1 & T2 charging
Solar panel farm providing energy for heating water
Redevelopment and regeneration of wetland area
Planting of native tree species in hotel premises

Best Practices

Energy-saving light bulbs installed, where possible
Recycling and waste management programs in place
Reduce paper by using electronic documentation, where possible
Sale of reusable coffee cups, bags, and Koura Body skincare range
Back to Base Soap recycling program
Printer and copier toner recycling
Ongoing staff training to improve our carbon footprint

Achievement

We have been proud to hold a Qualmark Enviro-Silver rating, meeting high levels of environmental and social responsibility. Together, we can all make a difference in the preservation of our beautiful environment for future generations to enjoy!