Tivoli, a cross-country hospitality operator, speaks about its sustainability initiatives across four of its Qatar properties: Banana Island Resort Doha, Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels, Souq Al Wakra Hotel, Al Najada Hotel, Al Najada Hotel Apartments.
Banana Island Resort Doha
At Banana Island Resort Doha, a deep commitment to sustainability and responsible luxury underpins every guest’s experience. The resort’s initiatives focus on recycling, waste reduction, and responsible leisure to ensure a compassionate and environmentally-conscious stay.
The Compost Production programme is a key sustainability initiative aimed at reducing waste. Organic waste from the kitchen, dining areas, and garden is processed in compost bins to produce 480 kg of biofertiliser from garden waste, supporting the island’s environmental efforts. The resort has also introduced biodegradable wooden key cards to minimise plastic waste, aligning with its environmental stewardship.
Additionally, the Lime Scrub Project at Anantara Spa harnesses locally grown lime fruits and sea salt to create a natural scrub for spa rituals, maximising the use of island resources. The resort’s garden nurtures vegetables using nutrient-rich water from an in-house compost system, fostering sustainable culinary practices.
Furthermore, a solar system is employed for water heating in back-of-house areas, showcasing the resort’s commitment to energy efficiency. These initiatives embody Banana Island Resort Doha’s ongoing dedication to sustainable hospitality and demonstrate its role in preserving luxury for current and future generations.
Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels, Souq Al Wakra Hotel, Al Najada Hotel, Al Najada Hotel Apartments
Through the remarkable efforts of our Energy Saving Committee, the properties have achieved extraordinary milestones, effectively reducing energy and water consumption across all hotels. A 10 percent reduction in energy and a 35 percent reduction in water consumption has been achieved compared to 2023, setting a new standard for eco-conscious hospitality.
This significant accomplishment was made possible through the strategic implementation of energy-efficient LEDs, motion sensors, and water aerators, leading to a substantial decrease in water waste and electricity consumption throughout the facilities. Additionally, partnering with environmental companies for used oil and paper recycling has resulted in the donation of 1,055 kilograms of used oil and 5,370 kilograms of paper, solidifying the commitment to waste reduction and fostering sustainable practices.
Furthermore, the properties have replaced plastic keycards with biodegradable wooden keycards, significantly minimising plastic waste and reinforcing their dedication to environmental stewardship.
In a concerted effort to further reduce our environmental impact, the hotels will be installing refillable dispensers in all guest bathrooms, eliminating the need for over 60,000 single-use plastic bottles across their properties. Moreover, the hotels contribute to societal well-being by donating unused linens to those in need, exemplifying their holistic approach to sustainability.
With a commitment to revolutionising the culinary experience, all restaurants have transitioned to digital food menus, and sourced food items from local producers, aligning with our core values of environmental responsibility and sustainability.
Banana Island Resort Doha’s initiatives come to us through Roberto Simone, general manager of the resort; Marwen Bouhajja, hotel manager, Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels and Al Najada Hotel, sheds light on their efforts while Souq Al Wakra Hotel’s drives have been put together for us by Ala Hamdi, hotel manager.
