Dubai’s Sustainable Tourism Stamp: Paving the Way for Responsible Travel

With the rise in global awareness of the environmental impact associated with travel and tourism, Dubai has taken the ambitious step toward enhancing the sustainability of the sector through the introduction of the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp (DST Stamp). The Stamp aims to encourage the adoption of green initiatives in the hotel sector, with the eventual goal of positioning Dubai as a leading sustainable tourism destination. The adoption of the DST Stamp also aligns with the UAE Net Zero by 2050 initiative and Dubai’s Economic Agenda ‘D33’.

Launched by Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the DST Stamp recognizes hotels that have demonstrated their compliance with the 19 sustainability requirements set out by the DET. The criteria are strict, focusing on areas such as energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, and community engagement. Establishments must undergo a rigorous evaluation process, ensuring they meet international sustainability standards and contribute positively to Dubai’s environmental goals.

The DST Stamp has a three-tier system to classify hotels displaying the varying degree of compliance to the sustainability requirements – Gold, Silver and Bronze. By implementing initiatives that improve the culture of eco-consciousness at the hotel, significant strides can be achieved in moving to higher tiers.

Adopting measures to obtain the DST Stamp or to improve the current rating is beneficial for businesses and tourists alike.  The stamp helps environmentally conscious travelers make better choices by easily identifying sustainable hotels and experiences in Dubai. Whether it’s opting for a hotel that uses solar power or dining at restaurants focused on zero-waste practices, visitors can enjoy their stay with peace of mind. For businesses, the stamp not only recognizes their efforts but also enhances their reputation among a growing segment of eco-aware customers. It provides an incentive to innovate and stay ahead in a competitive market that increasingly values sustainability.

The winners for the 2024 DST Stamp were announced recently:

Gold Tier:

  • Atlantis, The Palm
  • Atlantis The Royal, Dubai
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Business Bay
  • Fairmont The Palm
  • FIVE Jumeirah Village
  • FIVE Palm Jumeirah
  • Grosvenor House
  • Hampton by Hilton Dubai Al Barsha
  • Jumeirah Al Qasr
  • Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
  • Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah
  • Paramount Hotel Midtown
  • Rove Expo City
  • Rove Trade Centre
  • Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
  • Taj Dubai
  • Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre

Silver Tier:

  • Address Dubai Mall
  • Address Sky View
  • Al Bandar Rotana – Creek
  • Al Habtoor Palace
  • Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel
  • Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
  • Anantara World Islands Resort
  • Aparthotel Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha
  • Avani Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
  • Banyan Tree Dubai
  • Citymax Hotel Business Bay
  • Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City
  • Days Hotel by Wyndham Dubai Deira
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Jumeirah Beach
  • Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
  • Grand Cosmopolitan Hotel
  • Grand Plaza Movenpick Hotel
  • Hampton By Hilton Dubai Airport
  • Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City
  • Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah
  • Holiday Inn and Suites Dubai Festival City
  • Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, an IHG Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Dubai Business Bay, an IHG Hotel
  • Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights
  • ibis Dubai Al Barsha
  • ibis Dubai Al Rigga
  • ibis Mall Avenue Dubai Hotel
  • InterContinental Dubai Festival City
  • InterContinental Dubai Marina
  • InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai FC
  • Jumeira Rotana
  • Jumeirah Beach Hotel
  • Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
  • JW Mariott Marquis Hotel Dubai
  • Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai
  • La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK, Dubai, Autograph Collection
  • Mercure Hotel Suites and Apartments
  • Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach
  • NH Collection Dubai The Palm
  • Novotel Deira Creekside Dubai
  • Novotel Dubai Al Barsha
  • Novotel Suites Mall Avenue Dubai
  • Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers Hotel
  • Queen Elizabeth 2
  • Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills
  • Raffles The Palm Dubai
  • Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Dubai JBR
  • Rove City Centre, Deira
  • Rove City Walk
  • Rove Downtown
  • Savoy Park
  • Savoy Suites
  • Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers
  • Sheraton Grand Hotel Dubai
  • SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences
  • Swissotel Al Ghurair
  • Swissotel Al Murooj
  • The First Collection at Jumeirah Village Circle, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
  • V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton
  • W Dubai – The Palm
  • Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
  • Wyndham Dubai Deira

Bronze Tier:

  • 25Hours Hotel Dubai One Central
  • Abidos Hotel Apartment, Dubailand
  • Address Downtown
  • Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
  • Al Khoory Inn
  • Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton
  • Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel
  • Arjaan Dubai Media City
  • Bulgari Resort Dubai
  • Canopy by Hilton Dubai Al Seef
  • Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai
  • Centro Barsha – By Rotana
  • Conrad Dubai
  • Courtyard Al Barsha, Dubai
  • DAMAC Hills 2 Hotel – Edge by Rotana
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Jadaf
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M square Hotel & Residences
  • Dukes The Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
  • Dusit Thani Dubai
  • Flora Al Barsha Hotel At The Mall
  • Flora Creek Deluxe Hotel Apartments
  • Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai
  • Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre
  • Hilton Dubai Jumeriah
  • Hilton Dubai The Walk
  • Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Al Muraqabat
  • Hilton Garden Inn Dubai, Mall Avenue
  • Ibis Deira Creekside Dubai
  • Ibis One Central
  • Ibis Styles Dubai Airport
  • Ibis Styles Dubai Jumeira
  • Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
  • Jumeirah Creekside
  • Jumeirah Living Marina Gate
  • Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
  • Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
  • Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa
  • Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
  • Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Dubai
  • Media One Hotel
  • Millennium Al Barsha
  • Millennium Executive Apartments Mon Rose
  • Millennium Place Barsha Heights Apartments
  • Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel
  • Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai
  • Novotel Bur Dubai
  • Novotel World Trade Centre Dubai
  • Palace Downtown
  • Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City
  • Premier Inn Dubai Al Jaddaf Hotel
  • Premier Inn Dubai Ibn Battuta Mall
  • Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre
  • Raffles Dubai
  • Rose Rayhaan by Rotana
  • Rove Dubai Marina
  • Rove Healthcare City – Bur Dubai
  • Rove La Mer Beach, Jumeirah
  • Royal Continental Suites
  • Savoy Central Hotel Apartments
  • Savoy Crest Hotel Apartments
  • Sheraton Mall Of The Emirates Hotel, Dubai
  • Sofitel Dubai Downtown
  • Sofitel Dubai the Palm
  • Stella Di Mare Dubai Maina Hotel
  • Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
  • The First Collection Marina
  • The Lana – Dorchester Collection
  • The Meydan Hotel
  • W Dubai – Mina Seyahi

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Cheers,

The Anzu Team

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