Sustainability at the Heart of Your Stay

At BWH Hotels, we believe travel should leave a positive legacy. That’s why we’re committed to helping our independently owned hotels across Great Britain operate responsibly; protecting the planet, supporting our people, and strengthening local communities.

Our Commitment: REST Accreditation 

All BWH Hotels in Great Britain are working towards REST accreditation, Responsible, Ethical, Sustainable Tourism, in partnership with Quality in Tourism. This initiative, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, provides a clear and credible framework for hotels of all sizes to make measurable progress in sustainability. 

Whether it’s reducing emissions, sourcing locally, or supporting inclusive hiring, REST helps our hotels take meaningful action—so you can enjoy a stay that’s both comfortable and responsible. 

 

What REST Means for You 

Whether you’re travelling for business, booking on behalf of clients, or planning a family break, REST accreditation gives you peace of mind. It’s our promise that your stay supports a hotel committed to: 

  • Responsible: We build strong relationships with our local communities, support charities, and champion local products and services. Our hotels actively take part in environmental and community initiatives, making a real difference where it matters most. 

  • Ethical: We’re dedicated to fair treatment for all, with equal opportunities, accessibility, and staff wellbeing at the heart of our operations.  

  • Sustainable: We work hard to reduce waste, save water, and cut our carbon footprint. Many of our hotels use renewable energy and create green spaces for guests to enjoy, ensuring a lighter touch on the planet for future generations. 

 

Assurance for Every Traveller 

  • Business Travellers & Agents: Book with confidence, knowing your choice aligns with your company’s values and sustainability goals. 

  • Leisure Guests: Enjoy your stay, knowing you’re supporting hotels that care for people and the planet. 

Discover our Sustainable Hotels

Use the map below to look through our hotels in Great Britain that have achieved a REST accreditation. 

The REST scheme is based on 3 pillars: Responsible, Ethical and Sustainable.

The REST accreditation is applicable whether you cater for delegates in a conference venue, a corporate hotel for business travelers, operate an attraction for families, run an experience for sports enthusiasts, a café for day trippers or leisure accommodation for all.

We are looking for best practice, to see that you are doing as much as you can do in your environment. Examples of our assessment criteria are listed below.

Responsible

Responsible

Relationships with the community. Involvement with charity. Improving the quality of life of local people. Promoting local crafts, products and services. Active involvement in environmental or community initiatives.
Ethical

Ethical

Equal opportunities. Accessibility policy and practice. Equity policy and practice. Cyber security. Staff benefits. Staff wellbeing. Training.
Sustainable

Sustainable

Waste. Pollution. Water consumption. Energy. Carbon footprint. Own energy generation solutions including renewable energy. Sustainable developments such as development of green space for guests.