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Acting sustainably – The Breakers GOING GREEN!

Diving at pristine reefs, kitesurfing and wing foiling on crystal-clear waters, and relaxing evenings under a starlit sky – this is what defines The Breakers as a unique sports and lifestyle hotel. Sustainability and environmental protection are at the core of our philosophy. Together with our dedicated team, we continuously implement eco-friendly solutions to preserve the rich biodiversity of our stunning bay and protect the natural beauty that surrounds us.

Brita Water filter
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One of the best decisions for our environment: introducing BRITA water filters at the hotel. Every guest receives a reusable stainless steel bottle at check-in, which can be refilled or exchanged for free at our bars, restaurant, and the 7 Bft KiteHouse.

By switching to water dispensers and reusable bottles, we cut our plastic consumption by an impressive 95%—saving nearly 120,000 single-use bottles annually. A significant step toward a sustainable future!

Imagine this: If you stacked all the plastic bottles we’ve saved, they would reach an astonishing height of 35 km – that’s 42 times the height of the Burj Khalifa (828 m) or nearly four times the height of Mount Everest! Simply incredible!

To our knowledge, we are the first hotel in Egypt to implement this groundbreaking environmental initiative, and we hope many of our colleagues will follow – just as they did with straws. We’ve already received inquiries from hotel directors, for example, in Cairo, showing a growing interest in sustainable solutions.

We are proud of this achievement and remain fully committed to integrating and expanding sustainable, eco-friendly solutions throughout our hotel.

Room Renovation
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In mid-2023, we successfully completed the extensive renovation of our rooms – and the results speak for themselves! Inspired by the warm earth tones of the Egyptian desert, our rooms combine natural materials, soft colors, and a modern boho design – perfect for a relaxing getaway.

We are particularly proud of our sustainable approach: By implementing targeted measures, we reduced construction waste by 90% compared to a conventional renovation. Additionally, many of the materials were sourced from local artisans and businesses – a real win for both the environment and the community.

Since the renovation, we have received fantastic feedback from our guests. They love the fresh design and enhanced comfort.
Come and experience it for yourself!

Acting sustainably
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Our environmental commitment focuses on three key areas:

  • Global Responsibility: We actively reduce our CO₂ emissions in line with the Kyoto Protocol and implement sustainable measures to protect our planet.

  • Local Responsibility: We support our employees, their families, and the local community to foster sustainable development.

  • Nature Conservation: We protect biodiversity above and below the water, minimize plastic usage, and contribute to global environmental relief.

Further details and facts

  • Monthly Clean-Up Days around the hotel, at the KiteHouse, on Tobia Island, and twice a year in the marina and underwater – in cooperation with the Orca Dive Club Somabay.

  • No plastic furniture: Neither The Breakers nor the KiteHouse use plastic chairs, tables, or loungers. From the very beginning, the hotel was built with a focus on natural materials, which is why wood plays such a significant role in our design.

  • Sustainable furniture production: Many of our furnishings are handcrafted – either in-house or by local carpenters from Hurghada and Safaga. This reduces transport emissions and supports regional craftsmanship.

  • Plastic-free beverage service: We use glass instead of plastic cups for our drinks in the hotel.

  • Since 2018, we have eliminated plastic straws and cocktail stirrers, replacing them with sustainable alternatives made from bamboo and wood. We were among the first hotels in Egypt to make this switch, and many others have since followed our lead.

  • Eco-friendly sunset tours: On our boat trips, we have replaced plastic cups with paper cups – a safer option, as broken glass could pose a risk to barefoot guests and crew.

  • Local sourcing of food and regional products to support the local economy and avoid overseas transportation.

  • No single-use packaging: Jams, yogurt, and other items are provided in bulk containers to reduce waste.

  • Refillable soap dispensers in all showers to minimize plastic waste.

  • Reusable delivery baskets to cut down on packaging materials.

  • In-house production of food items such as jams, reducing transport emissions and ensuring freshness.

  • Sustainable operations: Live cooking at the buffet helps prevent overproduction and minimizes organic waste.

  • Ongoing replanting of native palm trees and plants – guests can contribute through tree sponsorships.

  • Organized carpooling for staff to lower carbon emissions.

  • Energy-efficient LED lighting throughout the hotel to reduce electricity consumption.