Pan Pacific Melbourne achieves prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council certification

March 24, 2025

The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) is thrilled to celebrate the achievement of Pan Pacific Melbourne in obtaining the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Industry Criteria for Hotels certification. This milestone reinforces the hotel’s commitment to sustainable hospitality practices, setting a benchmark for environmentally conscious operations within the tourism and hospitality industry.

The GSTC certification serves as a global standard for sustainable tourism, focusing on critical areas such as effective sustainability planning, maximising social and economic benefits for the local community, enhancing cultural heritage, and reducing environmental impacts. Pan Pacific Melbourne’s successful certification demonstrates the hotel’s dedication to incorporating sustainable practices at every level of its operations, ensuring that guests enjoy luxurious experiences while minimising their environmental footprint.

Pan Pacific Melbourne’s achievement is part of a significant regional accomplishment by Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG). The Group has become the first hospitality chain in Oceania to secure GSTC Multi-Site Certification across all its Australian properties. These include Pan Pacific Melbourne, PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport and PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne.

The GSTC certification highlights the hotel’s commitment to sustainable practices that enrich both the environment and the local community. With this certification, Pan Pacific Melbourne joins a select group of hospitality leaders dedicated to meeting the highest standards of sustainability in the tourism industry.

Beyond the GSTC certification, Pan Pacific Melbourne is actively engaged in a range of sustainability initiatives that include:

• Implementing energy-efficient technologies
• Reducing waste through comprehensive recycling programs
• Supporting local communities through outreach programs
• Promoting cultural heritage by showcasing local art and traditions

These ongoing efforts align with the hotel’s mission to provide luxurious experiences while positively impacting both the environment and society. It is a proud partner of MCB in Melbourne's continued journey toward a more sustainable future.

As the MCB continues to work alongside partners like Pan Pacific Melbourne, we are excited to see the hotel’s continued efforts in advancing sustainable tourism. The GSTC certification not only acknowledges the achievements to date but also drives the hotel toward future improvements in sustainable hospitality practices.

Click here for more information on Pan Pacific Melbourne’s sustainability initiatives.