Journey to Tomorrow

At InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Situated on the iconic Coogee coastline, we understand the importance of protecting our pristine beach and marine environment. Caring for the natural surroundings, supporting our communities, and creating responsible travel experiences is as important to our guests as it is to us.

Guided by IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow, a 10-year global initiative, we are taking meaningful action to reduce our environmental footprint, empower local communities, and make a positive difference for our people and our planet. Every decision we make—from hotel operations to guest experiences—is designed to reflect our commitment to a sustainable future.

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IHG Greener Stay

At InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach, we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact — and we invite you to join us in making a difference.

As part of our sustainability efforts, we’ve activated the ‘Greener Stay’ initiative to encourage IHG® One Rewards members to opt out of daily housekeeping services during their stay. By doing so, you’ll help us conserve energy, reduce water usage, and minimise waste.

As a thank you, IHG® One Rewards members will receive 500 IHG One Rewards points for every night they opt out of housekeeping.

Not yet a member? No problem — simply visit our front desk to enrol in the IHG® One Rewards loyalty program and start participating in A Greener Stay today.

Together, we can create a cleaner, more sustainable future — one stay at a time.

IHG Green Engage

At InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach, sustainability is at the heart of how we operate. That’s why we actively use the IHG Green Engage system — an innovative platform that helps us design, build, and run more environmentally responsible hotels.

Through Green Engage, we closely monitor our energy, water, and waste usage, and take data-driven actions to reduce our environmental footprint. From implementing energy-efficient technologies to adopting waste reduction practices, this system helps us make smarter, more sustainable choices every day.

Our commitment to sustainability doesn’t stop at awareness — it’s about meaningful action that supports a healthier planet and a more responsible future for travel.

Our commitment extends across all areas of the hotel.

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Digital collateral and contracts reduce paper waste.
Linen and towel reuse programs help lower water and energy consumption.
Single-use-free meeting setups reduce unnecessary disposables; items are provided only upon request.
Plastic-free water service and refill stations in meeting spaces eliminate single-use bottles.
Energy-saving lighting and HVAC policies minimise impact during setup, teardown, or low occupancy periods.

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Food & Beverage

Our food waste reduction program transforms surplus banquet food into liquid, preventing it from reaching landfills.
Reusable menus, serviceware, plates, utensils, and glassware reduce single-use disposables.
Thoughtful practices in kitchen and dining areas ensure waste is minimised and resources are preserved.