What Makes Barberyn One of the Most Sustainable Resorts in Sri Lanka?
At Barberyn Reef, sustainability is woven into everyday life — from the way we manage energy and water, to how we prepare food, care for our team, and support the communities around us. Rather than treating sustainability as a single initiative, we approach it as a continuous journey, guided by internationally recognized standards and verified through independent audits. This is what allows us to offer a wellness experience that is as responsible as it is restorative.
Our Certifications
Barberyn Reef holds a number of international management system certifications that guide our daily operations:
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management: reducing waste, conserving water, protecting biodiversity, and lowering our environmental impact.
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety: protecting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our team.
- ISO 22000 – Food Safety Management: ensuring that meals are prepared and served to the highest food safety standards.
- Travelife Gold Certification: recognizing our responsible practices in environmental care, community engagement, and employee welfare.
- 5S Certification: maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and efficient environment across our operations through a proven workplace management system.
- Eco Labelling for Hotels: independent recognition of our environmentally responsible practices as a green, eco-friendly hotel.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, Barberyn Reef has been honoured with national and international recognition for sustainability, tourism, and service excellence, including the Presidential Environmental Awards from Central Environmental Authority, National Tourism Awards from Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, and Best Ayurveda Hotel Award from Ayurveda Ministry, Highest Foreign Exchange Earner Award in Wellness Tourism from Export Development Board. Last year, we were honored with the PROMISE Project Platinum International Award for our achievements in waste reduction and resource efficiency.
What This Means for Our Guests
These certifications are more than recognition. For our guests, they mean:
- A holiday that is enjoyable and environmentally responsible
- Safe, high-quality food prepared with care
- A safe and healthy environment
- A stay that supports local communities and protects nature
A Continuing Journey
As the pioneers of Ayurveda in Sri Lanka, Barberyn continues to grow while remaining true to the values that have guided us for generations. Sustainability, quality, and responsible tourism are not destinations, but part of an ongoing journey of care — for our guests, our people, and the world around us.