Beyond Green expands with 7 new eco-friendly hotels globally

Friday, March 1, 2024

Beyond Green, a pioneering portfolio showcasing some of the most sustainable hotels on the planet, has recently broadened its reach with the introduction of seven new member properties. This expansion is notable for introducing the brand’s first ventures into Colombia and Zimbabwe, along with several new properties in Spain and India, reinforcing Beyond Green’s prominence in promoting environmentally mindful travel.

“I am thrilled to announce the expansion of our global portfolio with the addition of these seven new member properties,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Beyond Green. “As we continue to grow, we remain steadfast in our mission to promote travel as a force for good, guided by our pillars of sustainability – Nature, Community, and Culture. Together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future for all.” 

Now extending across 20 countries and operating under the Preferred Travel Group, Beyond Green continues its impressive growth trajectory. This network, embracing hotels, lodges, and resorts of varied sizes, is unified by a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability. Every new member offers travelers the chance to book genuine, eco-conscious experiences, adhering to more than 50 sustainability criteria that align with international standards and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Highlights from Beyond Green’s latest additions include:

• ARTIEM Asturias (Asturias, Spain): A luxury wellness retreat set against Asturias’s stunning northwest coast, offering a sustainable stay focused on local and seasonal produce, energy-saving measures, and a sophisticated environmental footprint management system.
• Dromoland Castle Hotel (County Clare, Ireland): This 16th-century estate combines historic elegance with sustainable practices, featuring waste reduction efforts, local sourcing, and infrastructure improvements aimed at minimizing environmental impact.
• The Leela Palace Bengaluru (Bengaluru, India): An exquisite palace blending regal beauty with sustainability, featuring eco-friendly amenities and a commitment to preserving local culture and artisanship.
• The Leela Palace Udaipur (Udaipur, India): Set on Lake Pichola’s shores, this palace sets a benchmark for sustainable luxury, including the introduction of eco-friendly boats and extensive tree-planting initiatives.
• Zambezi Sands by Batoka Africa (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe): Africa’s first black female-owned Safari Lodge, offering luxury riverside accommodations and a commitment to conservation efforts and community empowerment through ecotourism.
• Hotel Las Islas (Cartagena de Indias, Colombia): A luxury retreat on Baru Island, leading in sustainability through mangrove restoration and coral planting initiatives, providing a unique blend of luxury and ecological responsibility.
• Mas Salagros EcoResort (Barcelona, Spain): The Iberian Peninsula’s first 100% eco-friendly resort, located within a nature reserve, offering a commitment to sustainability through organic practices, sustainable materials, and support for electric vehicles.

Travel enthusiasts looking to make a positive impact can enhance their stay at many of these new properties by joining the I Prefer Hotel Rewards. This points-based loyalty program, part of the Preferred Travel Group, offers over 4.5 million travelers globally the opportunity to earn points, achieve status, and enjoy complimentary benefits during their overnight visits at almost 600 affiliated hotels and resorts around the globe.

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