If there were an Oscars for eco-friendly luxury, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island just took home Best Resort in a Leading Role—Saving the Planet Edition! Yep, we’re talking about a major sustainability win, and it’s not just about swapping straws. Mövenpick has officially been crowned a winner at the 2025 International Sustainability Awards, and let’s just say… this trophy is more “green” than gold (though just as shiny).
They’ve just snagged the 2025 International Sustainability Award, and honestly, we’re not even surprised. This beachside beauty is redefining what it means to vacation responsibly. Think dreamy sunsets and eco-cred in one stunning package.
Wait—Luxury and Low Waste?
Yep. Mövenpick isn’t just giving you a chic stay; they’re doing it without trashing the planet. The whole place is officially zero plastic, thanks to their in-house glass bottle bottling (say that five times fast). No more guilt with your room-temperature water or poolside sip.
And the food waste? Gone. Or rather, digested—literally—by their mighty SYKER digester. It’s already chewed through 13,000 kg of food waste, saving 32.9 tons of CO₂ in just two months. That’s like taking several cars off the road, except tastier.
Guests Get to Join the Green Party Too
This isn’t a hands-off situation. Mövenpick hands you the eco-baton with programs like “Stay Green” and “Skip the Clean”. You get loyalty points and a smaller carbon footprint just by hanging your towel and saying “nah” to daily sheet changes. Lazy mornings never felt more virtuous.
Not Just a Resort—It’s a Movement
And while the inside is sparkling green, the outside isn’t forgotten. Beach clean-ups? Check. Tree planting? Naturally. Collaborating with the UAE Food Bank and encouraging guests to donate through the Kilo of Kindness program? Absolutely. They’ve even brought inclusivity into hiring because sustainability isn’t just about nature—it’s about people, too.
Big Words from the Big Wigs
Even the folks handing out the awards were impressed. Alexander Chetchikov, CEO of Luxury Lifestyle Awards and President of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, remarked, “Mövenpick exemplifies what modern luxury should represent purpose, innovation and impact. Their sustainability efforts are not only operationally impressive but also emotionally meaningful. We’re proud to honour them for their leadership in creating a more sustainable future for global hospitality.”
What’s Next? Sensors and Smarts
Mövenpick isn’t done. Coming up: smart room sensors, more educational programs, and even deeper community connections. Because, as General Manager Fabien Chesnais puts it, “We are deeply honoured to receive this recognition. It reflects our team’s unwavering passion for purposeful hospitality and our belief that luxury and sustainability can coexist seamlessly.”
So next time you’re packing for paradise, just know: at Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island, you’re not just checking into a five-star resort. You’re checking into a greener, smarter, and kinder future.
