Samasati Nature Retreat

- Puerto Viejo - Costa Rica

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Property Audit Overview:

This is the only property we currently have listed in Puerto Viejo. The property has completed the iStayGreen Audit process. Samasati Nature Retreat has been awarded a 3 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.

To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating Samasati Nature Retreat completed an audit of their property's compliance with over 70 unique eco-initiatives. Environmentally friendly measures that are reviewed include energy efficiency, water conservation, recycling, enviromentally safe cleaning, reduction of waste, ongoing maintenance, purchasing habits, plus many other factors. In it's efforts to create a more sustainable travel future and reduce their impact on our environment, Samasati Nature Retreat employs 34 eco-initiatives.

For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by Samasati Nature Retreat please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.

Samasati Nature Retreat

- Puerto Viejo - Costa Rica

Environmental Initiatives

Green Promotion

The property has individuals with authority and resources taking responsibility for environmental management

The property actively promotes its eco-initiatives to the public through property advertising

Property is an active member of an environmental organization or certification program

Staff Education & Monitoring

Eco-incentive programs for staff

Guest Education & Follow-up

Guests are informed of environmental initiatives at check-in

Guests are encouraged to complete "Green" surveys

Philanthropic

Property donates to environmentally friendly causes: Rain Forest Alliance, Sustainable travel international

Energy Conservation

Energy efficient lighting has been installed in: guestrooms, lobby, hallways, public restrooms, meeting rooms, outdoor areas, parking areas

Energy efficient lighting installed when replacing old lighting

Water Conservation

Sheets reuse option for multiple night stays

Towels reuse option for multiple night stays

Water conserving devices installed when replacing old fixtures

Recycling

Recycle containers located inside guestrooms

Recycle containers located around property common areas

Recycle containers located in office, kitchen, and staff areas

Reusable food & beverage service used in lieu of disposable service items

Compostable disposable service items utilized

Recycled paper products (bath tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, napkins, etc) utilized

Cleaning & Environment

Environmentally friendly chemicals used in cleaning

Environmentally friendly detergents used for laundry

Entire property is non-smoking

Cotton bedding and towels (non-synthetic) utilized

Low VOC materials (paint, adhesives, air freshener, carpet) used on property

Environmental Purchasing

Preference given to purchase of environmentally responsible products

Preference given to purchase from local vendors

Preference given to purchase from environmentally responsible service providers

Bulk amenities and soaps purchased and dispensed in guestrooms

Samasati Nature Retreat

- Puerto Viejo - Costa Rica

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