The 5 most sustainable luxury hotels in Barbados

Fairmont Royal Pavilion is a lush green paradise in a sweeping scene of natural beauty with sensational views over the ocean. The resort has made the following conscious and ethical efforts:

• Encourages donations to support the island’s people 
• Student hospitality programmes 
• Buying locally 
• Local employment 
• Community efforts to build wells in the village and provide electricity to local schools 
• Sending books to communities in Zanzibar

Surrounded by stunning flora and fauna, Mango Bay is an absolute oasis in paradise. Here are some of the resort's most sustainable efforts: 

• Promoting donations to support conservation
• Locally sourcing food for the restaurants 
• Reducing waste 
• Contributing to the building of wells for electricity to local schools 

It’s a fairy tale dream at Colony Club by Elegant Hotels. Immersed in tropical gardens, it’s just steps away from the soft white powdery sands of the beach. In terms of its sustainability policy, here's what it does: 

• Reduces environmental impact
• Manages water and energy use
• Uses ethical suppliers 
• Reduces waste and carbon emissions 

Every effort is made at Crystal Cove by Elegant Hotels to promote a more sustainable visit. Here are some of the policies that Elegant Hotels stand by:

• Reducing environmental impact
• Managing water and energy use
• Using ethical suppliers 
• Reducing waste and carbon emissions 
• Responsible consumption

The Caribbean oasis Tamarind by Elegant Hotels is on the pristine beachfront, boasting idyllic ocean views. Here are some of its sustainable efforts:

• Encourages donations to support the island’s people 
• Student hospitality programmes 
• Buying locally sourced products
• Local employment only
• Community efforts to build wells in the village to provide electricity to local schools 
• Sending books to Zanzibar communities

Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Mango Bay and Colony Club have strategic plans for a more sustainable future.

Fairmount Royal Pavilion is a high-end luxury hotel committed to green initiatives. 

Barbados is home to some of the most incredible natural landmarks, flora, and fauna so, you’ll be spoilt for choice regarding sustainable attractions. 

See national landmarks such as Harrison’s Cave, where you can explore the coral reef caves and take iconic photos. Welchman Hall Gully is a stunning sunken cave where a variety of unique exotic tropical plants and trees grow. 

You could visit the parks and nature reserves to explore the rich greenery. Some favourites include The Flower Forest Garden in the Scotland District, which has rare and exotic plants to explore along a rugged coastline.

The Coco Hill Forest is an incredible 53-acre rainforest and farm with spectacular hiking trails, or head for The Chancery Lane Swamp (which is more exotic than its name suggests) where you’ll see migrating Pelicans, Heron and Frigate birds. 

Nature enthusiasts will be in their element since there are some incredible wildlife conservations to explore. Head to the botanical gardens of Andromeda where you’ll admire preserved rare trees and plants, or Woodbourne Shorebird Refuge which preserves endangered bird species.  

Better still, discover our collection of eco-luxury tours in Barbados sure to complement your eco-friendly stay.