Amman, Jordan – The Ritz-Carlton, Amman is proud to announce it has become the first property in Jordan to receive the VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality Badge, a prestigious honor from Forbes Travel Guide. This recognition highlights the hotel’s deep-seated commitment to sustainability and responsible operations, reinforcing its leadership in Jordan's luxury hospitality.

The VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality Badge is a trusted third-party certification by that sets a global benchmark for environmentally conscious and socially responsible luxury. The comprehensive assessment evaluates a property's adherence to over 100 stringent standards, ensuring sustainability claims are rigorously checked. By earning this badge, The Ritz-Carlton, Amman reassures guests that it upholds its commitment to the environment and the community without compromising on the luxury and excellence for which it is known for.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman thoughtfully integrates its corporate social responsibility program, Community Footprints, into every guest experience, ensuring that environmental stewardship and social impact are at the heart of its operations. Starting from the kitchen, the hotel’s food and beverage venues prioritize locally sourced ingredients, supporting Jordanian producers and reducing the carbon footprint. The culinary sustainability also includes innovative solutions such as transforming discarded eggshells into calcium powder and repurposing leftover coffee grounds into mouthwatering cookies.

This dedication extends to the hotel’s operations. The Ritz-Carlton, Amman uses energy-efficient lighting and has transitioned to rechargeable batteries across all departments. In event spaces, the hotel has implemented sustainable solutions like water pitchers instead of bottled water. Guests are also encouraged to participate in conserving water and energy through the in-room Linen and Terry Reuse Program. Additionally, all venues have implemented paperless menus to further reduce waste.

These extensive efforts are part of a broader commitment to Marriott’s Serve 360 program, which guides the brand's 2025 Sustainability and Social Impact Goals and aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality Badge is a powerful acknowledgment of this work, solidifying The Ritz-Carlton, Amman’s role as a leader in responsible luxury and demonstrating its dedication to creating a lasting, positive impact on Jordan.

Press contacts:
Jeeda Abu Obeid: jeeda.abuobeid@ritzcarlton.com
Bailasan Badwan: b.badwan@asdaa-amman.com

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, MD., part of Marriott International, Inc., currently operates more than 100 hotels in 30 countries and territories. For more information or reservations, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com, for the latest company updates, visit news.ritzcarlton.com and to join the live conversation, use #RCMemories and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR). The Ritz-Carlton is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott’s travel program replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz- Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG). The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including earning points toward free hotel stays and nights toward Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

Marriott International, Inc.

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,000 properties in 30 leading hotel brands spanning 131 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company now offers one travel program, Marriott Bonvoy™, replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest®(SPG). For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.

Press contacts:
Meg Connolly Communications: RitzCarlton@mcc-pr.com
Simon Neggers: simon.neggers@marriott.com
Erica Flint: erica.flint@marriott.com