Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort’s leadership and staff have long been focused on sustainability efforts, and the efforts have recently led to some recognition. In September, the resort, located in Cabo San Lucas, was awarded the Green Key Certification. The certification is an important eco-label for properties that is administered by the Foundation for Environmental Education Mexico; Hacienda del Mar is one of only about 250 such certified hotels in the country.
The Green Key initiative assesses compliance with 150 criteria that have been set by the Green Key International Coordination and approved by a steering committee. There is an on-site control visit and each area of the hotel is reviewed with the participation of its green team and staff. The Hacienda del Mar had one of the highest scores with a 91.27 percent rating.
Master Chef José Lazcarro was on a recent panel for Hospitality Without Food Waste.
Another important step toward sustainability has been the property’s participation in the Hospitality Without Food Waste program. It is one of only five local resorts to do so. The initiative has shown that an average of 25 percent reduction in food waste is possible, and Hacienda del Mar has achieved that.
The property’s Master Chef José Lazcarro was on a recent panel for Hospitality Without Food Waste, explaining the challenges overcome and efforts achieved at the resort. The program encourages hotels to partner with organizations and strategic partners so waste collection becomes more integrated into hotel management—and less of something that is treated as an isolated activity.
The all-inclusive beachfront property features 11 different restaurants, an outdoor pool, fitness facility, whirlpool, six bars, on-site laundry, and gift shop. The onsite Cactus Spa offers services such as massages, body scrubs, body wraps, facials, manicures and pedicures, waxing, and makeup assistance. The architecture is inspired by the traditional Mexican hacienda style.
Guests can enjoy daily activities such as beach games, poolside competitions, cultural workshops, dance lessons, and cooking classes. Evenings bring themed shows, family-friendly entertainment, cultural celebrations, and live music. Families will enjoy use of the dedicated children’s pool, with fun and colorful water features.
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