Smarter Waste Management for Hotels & Hospitality
Cut waste costs, boost sustainability, and improve guest perception — with tailored waste solutions for hotels, resorts, and hospitality chains.
Industry Challenges
Hotels face:
- High waste volumes from food, housekeeping, and guests
- Rising costs for hauling, recycling, and compactors
- Compliance with local recycling and food diversion mandates
- Guest perception tied to sustainability performance
- Multiple locations with fragmented vendors
Why Choose IWS for Hotels?
Our Approach

Probe
Audit existing waste flows (back-of-house, front-of-house, kitchen prep).

Analyze & Identify
Identify inefficiencies, over-servicing, and vendor overcharges.

Recommend
Present a custom plan that integrates recycling, composting, and vendor negotiation.

Implement
Handle contract changes, equipment setup, and training.

Monitor
Provide ongoing reporting and cost-saving checks.
Solutions We Provide
Food Waste Diversion
Composting + food donation partnerships
Recycling & Diversion
Cardboard, plastics, and cooking oil recovery
Cost Optimization
Container right-sizing + contract renegotiation
Scalable Programs
Solutions for boutique hotels or national brands
Benefits for Hotels
- Save 12–20% annually on waste costs
- Meet recycling and food waste mandates
- Strengthen brand image with sustainability initiatives
- Simplify vendor management across multiple locations
Sustainability & Compliance Impact
- Reduce food waste to landfill by 50–70%
- Achieve compliance with city/state recycling laws
- Improve ESG performance with diversion reporting
What Our Clients Say
Vince, Alison and the IWS team have done an exceptional job managing our waste related needs. The level of customer service and responsiveness delivered by IWS matches the energy and culture of our organization. Their proactive approach with contract negotiations with third-party providers has saved us thousands of dollars over the years. When compactors fail, IWS is always on time with alternative temporary options and expedited repairs of equipment. Vince is a great partner to us and I highly recommend using IWS to save time and money.
We’ve worked with IWS for over 10 years and they always deliver. Friendly team, clear advice and real results. Highly recommend!
I highly recommend Integrated Waste Services when coordinating your trash removal. Yvonne and Allison are always quick to respond when we have questions or requests. And they do a great job of communicating schedule changes well in advance. We appreciate their partnership at The Linden!
Working with Vince and IWS over the years has been nothing but great. Vince is always quick to answer the phone and makes sure we have exactly what we need, when we need it. Vince stays ahead of the game by coordinating with the design team early in the process, ensuring the right equipment is specified and that the surrounding areas are designed efficiently. His proactive approach makes for smooth, seamless operations every time."
As a community manager, I love using IWS. We have always received the best service with consistent communication and any issue is immediately rectified. Yvonne and Alison have been a joy to work with!
Lechial is excellent—always communicates clearly and stays on top of everything. The company is reliable, quick to resolve any issues with haulers, and their scheduling changes have made our property run much more efficiently.
Some Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle both food and general waste?
We provide full waste management for food, recycling, and general waste.
Can you work with hotel groups across multiple states?
Absolutely. Our nationwide network covers all major hotel markets.
Do you provide guest-facing recycling solutions?
Yes. We design recycling programs for both back-of-house and guest-facing bins.