Recently there has been a tremendous effort in greening the tourism industry due to its negative environmental impacts. The efforts of greening the lodging industry in M alaysia is growing slowly due to several barriers. The aim of this study is to determine the barriers of green hotels and resorts in M alaysia. This study employed qualitative method using in depth interview of the case studies. Five case studies were chosen. The findings identified 12 barriers. The barriers are categorized under significant, less significant and non-significant barriers.

Currently tourism is moving towards sustainable tourism because this industry poses negative impacts on the environment. Tourism industry consumes and produces many resources such as water, energy and waste. The purpose of this research is to determine the rate of participation in green approaches of Malaysia green hospitality industry. The methodology used was in depth interviews and observations. This research finding shows that the operators adopt greener approaches in three common areas such as energy, waste and water. Less participation in indoor air quality, sustainable management of the site, renewable energy and rainwater harvesting system.

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