Through an optional donation of $1 per night's stay, our guests can support our partnership with the UNICEF Check Out for Children program.
The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta
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Our Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainable Environmental Practices
Welcome to The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta's Sustainability Commitment Hub!
Welcome to The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta's Sustainability Commitment Hub!
In 2023, our commitment to sustainability and community engagement soared to new heights. Through our dedicated team members, we contributed an impressive 3,443 volunteering hours, underscoring our passion for making a positive impact.
Through our Serve 360 program, we proudly supported a variety of charitable organizations, including Horizonte de Paz, Fundación Canica, Corazón de Niña, Asilo Padre Aldana, Pasitos de Luz, Jardín de Niños Agustín Melgar, Friends of Animals Puerto Vallarta A.C., El Estero El Salado, and CEMBAB, A.C. These partnerships reflect our dedication to uplifting our local community and protecting our environment.
Our commitment to coastal conservation is unwavering. With regular beach clean-ups and contributions to the Blue Flag certification, we responsibly disposed of 321 kg of PET, 166.10 kg of plastic caps, 153.20 kg of aluminum, 0.03 kg of cigarette ends, 385 kg of organic waste, and 100 kg of inorganic waste from July to December.
Furthermore, with our initiative to install water dispensers refill stations in the hallways of all of our rooms, collectively, we have saved the planet from 102,045 PET bottles, significantly reducing single-use plastic consumption.
At Westin, we take pride in our sustainable water management practices. Annually, 9,600,000 liters of wastewater are treated in our wastewater treatment plant and used to irrigate the 250 m2 of green areas during dry seasons.
Additionally, our partnership with the Food Bank allows us to donate surplus food through the Al Rescate Program, minimizing food waste and supporting those in need.
Join us in our sustainability journey as we continue to make a positive impact on our planet and community, one eco-friendly initiative at a time.
Sustainable Practices at The Westin Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
Unicef for Every Child Program
Paper Products
Our property is reducing paper products by intentionally purchasing only those made with recycled content and/or are FSC-Certified when needed.
Recycled Water
Our 247,569 sq. ft. of outdoor areas are treated with PTAR (Plantas de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales) recycled water.
Healthy + Vitalizing
At The Westin Puerto Vallarta, Resort & Spa, we care about the enviroment and healthy lifestyles. Water bottle filling stations can be found in our hallways. Sutainable aluminium containers are available for puchase for $210 MXN. For each container sold, the hotel will donate 25% of proceeds to a local foundation.
Blue Flag Certification
It is an international distinction awarded to sustainable tourism beaches that have achieved "excellence" and represents a commitment to beach users and the environment, certifying the following areas: environmental education and information, water quality, environmental management, safety, and services.
The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta received the Blue Flag certification in July 2023, for the 2023 - 2024 season.
Validity: 1 year Issued by the Foundation for Environmental Education, based in Denmark.
Voluntary Environmental Compliance Certificate
The Voluntary Environmental Compliance Certificate is a certificate awarded to the productive sectors of the state of Jalisco that comply with the obligations set forth in state, federal, and municipal environmental legislation and even take on higher environmental commitments that are compatible with, preserve, enhance, or restore the environment.
Validity: 2 years Issued by: Secretariat of Environment and Territorial Development of the state of Jalisco.