We're the first to admit— sustainability is the buzzword these days.
But what if we told you the S-Word isn't just good for the planet— it's great for your hotel business. Sustainability can help your hotel save money, get better search results, and attract a new gen of travelers.
And that's what we do— we make sustainability work for you.
YOUR HOTEL NEEDS SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION
HANG ON, WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION?
Certification provides your customers the proof and confidence that your hotel is genuinely committed to sustainable practices about environmental impact, social responsibility, and ensuring economic viability.
GSTC - THE GOLD STANDARD IN SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION
The GSTC Sustainability Certification is the highest globally accepted standard.
The GSTC criteria address all the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations.
A CERTIFICATE FROM
THE GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE TOURISM COUNCIL
Initiated by the UN, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is a non-profit organization pioneering change since 2007.
And its certification is internationally valid and based on 3rd-party verification.
HOTELBFF CAN ALSO HELP WITH YOUR CARBON MONITORING AT ALL STAGES
IT'S TIME TO GET STARTED. IT'S TIME TO CHECK-IN AT HOTELBFF.
Welcome to HotelBFF, your companion on the journey to GSTC Sustainability Certification. We've created a digital platform that evaluates your hotel's sustainability status, trains your staff, and prepares you for certification. We are with you every step of the way, and all we ask of you is to put your Best Foot Forward.
THE HOTELBFF JOURNEY:
STAGES TO CERTIFICATION READINESS
Let's explore the path to Sustainability Certification. Chances are you've already taken several steps on this journey.
ASCERTAIN
We have designed a Self-Evaluation Tool for you to assess your hotel against the 42 criteria set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), and get a clear personal report of what your hotel has done and still needs to do.
Cost: FREE OF CHARGE
Time: Most hotels complete in 40 mins
Validity: 7 days
TRAIN
Fill your knowledge gaps with our engaging Video Trainer program featuring case studies from hotels around the world, puzzles and games to keep you interested and inspired to make necessary improvements.
Time: Self-paced - most hotels complete in 90 mins
Validity: 30 days
OBTAIN
Access our Marketplace and get connected with suppliers of sustainability products and services nearest to your location. Featuring everything from eco-friendly cleaning products to story tellers and consultants, our Marketplace is ever-growing.
Cost: WE CHARGE ZERO COMMISSION
Time: Most hotels implement change in 8 weeks
ATTAIN
Prepare for your sustainability certification using a GSTC Accredited Certification Body, with our detailed 'pre audit' guidance. You will have access to clear guidelines, detailed templates, documentation requirements for a successful audit. Being well-prepared reduces auditor time on site and lowers audit costs.
Time: Most hotels complete in 4 weeks
MAINTAIN
With our modern, intuitive Carbon Monitoring Platform, you can report your carbon emissions, and turn your savings into a profitable investment.
COMING SOON
Platform Currently Under Construction
READY TO PUT YOUR
BEST FOOT FORWARD?
BEGIN YOUR HOTEL'S
FREE SELF-EVALUATION.
MEET YOUR BFFs
CB RAMKUMAR
Founder
Hotelier. Marathoner. GSTC Trainer.
More about CB
SUDHAKAR MALLYA
Co-Founder & CEO
Entrepreneur. Hotelier. Party Host.
More about Sudhakar
SUDHA DHAR
Co-Founder & CTO
Technophile. Early Adopter. Artist.
More about Sudha
MS RANGARAJ
Co-Founder & Digital Director
Innovator. Spiritual. RCB Fan.
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HB SAKAL
Co-Founder & Technical Director
Professor. Futurist. GSTC Trainer.
More about Burak
AVINASH SAMPATH
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Ad Creative. Screenwriter. Optimist.
More about Avi
SHUBHAM SHARMA
Co-Founder & Head of Product
Photographer. Road Tripper. Foodie.
More about Shubham
ANANYA RAMAGOPAL
Technical Operations Analyst
Curious. Energetic. Driven.
More about Ananya
ANUBHAV JAIN
Business Development Manager
Sustainability Enthusiast. Biophile.
More about Anubhav
THE CERTIFIED HOTELS CLUB
COMING SOON - A growing community of hotels that have successfully achieved GSTC Sustainability Certification. Special benefits in store.
A world of rewards starts with the drive to your Best Foot Forward today.
SUSTAINABILITY ISN'T ACHIEVED OVERNIGHT, JOIN US ON THIS JOURNEY
Is Sustainability your passion? Do you have a skill and an inexplicable need to put it to work?
OMG, NOT ANOTHER WEBSITE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY.