Investigating the Disclosure of Corporate Social Responsibility in International Hotel Chains

This paper examines how international hotels communicate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on their websites. In particular, this study employs a corpus-based discourse approach to investigate the content and language included in the CSR reports of two international hotel chains, Marriott and Hilton. The aim is to understand the type of information reported as well as the discursive strategies employed to promote CSR performance with regards to economic, social, and environmental issues. The findings reveal several common themes in Marriott and Hilton’s CSR reports, highlighting their commitment to sustainability, ethical behavior, and community involvement. The importance of diversity and inclusion, organizational supervision, and responsibility is emphasized in the reports. Both hotel chains prioritize supporting local communities and upholding social responsibility through charitable efforts and leadership development programs. Environmental sustainability is a key focus, with efforts to adopt sustainable practices in an attempt to achieve long-term environmental goals. Further research will include a wider range of international hotel chains and incorporate social media analysis to provide a more comprehensive understanding of CSR practices in the hospitality and tourism industry.