Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast Joins UNGCMYB ESG Select List

for Advancing Sustainable Hospitality

 

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast has been recognized on the UNGCMYB ESG Select List 2025 as a 1-Star Lister under the ESG Breakthrough Innovation category, a milestone that highlights the resort’s commitment to integrating sustainability into meaningful guest experiences. 

 

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Bringing Sustainability Closer to Guests

Rather than positioning sustainability as a separate initiative, the hotel brings it directly into the guest journey. From interactive installations to guided nature experiences, guests are invited to discover the biodiversity surrounding Desaru Coast in an accessible and engaging way.

These efforts align with the United Nations Global Compact’s principles and broader Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), demonstrating how hospitality can play a role in driving environmental awareness through everyday experiences.

A key driver behind these initiatives is the hotel’s ongoing partnership with JungleWalla Desaru Coast. Together, we deliver guided nature discovery programs and conservation-focused activities that connect guests, especially families to the region’s coastal and forest ecosystems.

 

Echoes of the Wild: A New Way to Experience Nature

At the heart of this approach is Echoes of the Wild, an immersive environmental interpretation experience that uses sound and visual storytelling to bring local wildlife to life.

Through curated audio points and narratives, guests can engage with native species and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural habitats surrounding the destination, turning simple moments into meaningful discoveries.