Stepping Up the Sustainability Journey

137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok Achieves Responsible Hospitality Verified™ Certification

137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok is thrilled to announce its achievement of the esteemed Responsible Hospitality VERIFIED™ certification, a prestigious mark of excellence in sustainable luxury hospitality. This certification underscores the hotel’s unwavering dedication to providing a truly luxurious experience, while also embracing a deep commitment to environmental responsibility.

Recognized globally by Forbes Travel Guide, the industry’s leading authority on hospitality excellence, Responsible Hospitality VERIFIED™ is the definitive sustainability certification. It sets a global standard for luxury hotels, assessing key practices that protect the environment, support employees and guest well-being, and foster community engagement. This certification ensures that guests can make informed, eco-conscious decisions when selecting their accommodations, knowing they are choosing a hotel those values both luxury and sustainability.

Developed in collaboration with Hervé Houdré, a renowned leader in the field of sustainable hospitality, Responsible Hospitality provides a clear and trusted framework that supports both operational excellence and environmental stewardship.

“Responsible Hospitality is about creating an exceptional guest experience without compromising our responsibility to the environment and society,” said Houdré. “137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok exemplifies this philosophy by eliminating single-use plastics, reducing paper waste, offering seasonal and locally sourced menus, and engaging in charitable outreach. Their holistic approach to sustainability is a model for the industry.”

Khun Nida Wongphanlert, General Manager of 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok, shared, “We redefine luxury by making sustainability a core part of our ethos. From energy-saving practices to uplifting the underprivileged, we believe true opulence lies in conscious choices. Every guest experience at 137 Pillars blends indulgence with responsibility, shaping a sustainable future for hospitality.”

The Responsible Hospitality VERIFIED™ certification encompasses key sustainability pillars including: food and water waste reduction, sustainable amenities, recycling initiatives, energy management, and fostering a deeper connection with the local community and culture. These efforts ensure that 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok continues to set the standard not just for luxury, but for responsible tourism that benefits both guests and the planet.

For a complete list of hotels and resorts that are currently Responsible Hospitality VERIFIED™, please visit forbestravelguide.com/collections/responsible-hospitality