The World’s Most Sustainable Hotels
In an era where sustainability is not just a buzzword but an urgent global imperative, making eco-conscious choices extends beyond daily life—it influences our holiday and travel decisions too. Not only do sustainable choices contribute to conserving natural resources, but they also set a precedent for the tourism industry, inspiring it to evolve in a more planet-friendly direction.
For the discerning traveller who values both opulence and environmental integrity, we have curated a selection of luxurious, eco-conscious hotels and villas that effortlessly combine both. These distinguished establishments offer the crème de la crème of amenities while prioritising eco-friendly practices. From reducing their carbon footprint to earnestly supporting wildlife conservation and ethical sourcing, these properties lead the way in responsible luxury.
We invite you to explore our blog further to discover some of the world’s most elegant and sustainable travel destinations.
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Hacienda AltaGracia,
Auberge Resorts Collection - Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica
Located in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica, Hacienda AltaGracia, part of the Auberge Resorts Collection, offers a haven of luxury amidst natural splendour. Tucked away in the Talamanca mountains, the estate cultivates 5,000 coffee trees along with an organic chef's garden. This endeavour not only minimises the resort's environmental impact and encourages organic agriculture but also provides guests with an immersive farm-to-table experience.
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Patina Maldives,
Fari Islands - Male, Maldives
Situated in Male, Maldives, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands sets a new standard for eco-luxury. The resort showcases its commitment to sustainability through features like its solar-powered children's activity centre, which serves as an educational hub for ocean conservation. In doing so, the resort elegantly combines lavish experiences with a profound dedication to environmental stewardship.
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Buahan,
A Banyan Tree Escape - Bali, Indonesia
A 16-room hotel near Ubud, opened in 2022, where a firefly sanctuary among its rice paddies called Lentera Bumi – it means “lantern of the earth” in Bahasa. They have created a haven for insects, which are threatened worldwide by habitat loss and light pollution. All part of the hotels efforts to support biodiversity and resilience in the surrounding landscape, initiatives rooted in the principle of regenerative travel.
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Song Saa Private Island,
Cambodia
Nestled in the heart of Cambodia, Song Saa Private Island stands as a paragon of sustainable luxury. A notably remarkable and distinct feature of this eco-friendly resort is its specially designed sewage and irrigation infrastructure, which recycles all generated waste. The bespoke wastewater treatment plant purifies all the water; this reclaimed grey water is subsequently utilised for irrigation, and the organic waste is converted into fertiliser.
The culinary scheme at Song Saa Private Island is also environmentally conscious. The resort collaborates with local fishermen who practise sustainable fishing techniques. Moreover, a significant portion of the vegetables consumed are cultivated on the premises. Eco-friendliness has never appeared so appealing.
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COMO Laucala Island,
Fiji
On a private island in beautiful Fiji, COMO Laucala Island is spread over 12 square kilometres, with 25 villas and 240 acres of farmland and still maintains operating on 86% self-sustained warrants. Growing its own vegetables, herbs and fruit and raising its own cattle, pigs, goats, and ducks, means that the majority of the food served at this hotel is homegrown.
Villas are set across the property with some amid the plantations and others ringed by rainforest or set above water.
The commitment to sustainability at this luxury resort continues into the spa. Homegrown herbs, spices and flowers are used to create the hotel’s four signature scents, while local products such as volcanic soil are utilised for body scrubs.
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Azulik,
Tulum, Mexico
Designed to help reconnect people with nature, the hotel embraces an environmentally friendly design ethos and responsible business practices. Featuring villas, restaurants, fashion boutiques, an art gallery and a clothing-optional beach club, the architecture was created to mimic treehouses with high paths and hanging bridges allowing the surrounding jungle to grow freely.
Each of the 48 villas has been hand-built from local wood and has been designed in a way that means they don’t require air-conditioning, and the property has also ditched Wi-Fi, televisions, and electric light
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Whitepod Eco
Switzerland
If you’re looking for a sustainable snow experience, then you simply can’t beat Whitepod Eco-Luxury Resort in Switzerland. Launched in 2004, this unique hotel is made up of geodesic domes that require 30% less energy than a conventional building. The shape of these buildings also requires less materials than traditional structures, as they are put together from a self-supporting triangular framework.
At Whitepod, you’ll find limited transport, a wood-pellet heating system, water-saving devices on taps and timers on all water boilers. All food and beverages are sourced locally first and if necessary, seasonal, and sustainable European goods are employed.
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The Brando,
French Polynesia
Hidden away on the breathtaking private island of Tetiaroa in French Polynesia, The Brando is all about carefree luxury in the heart of nature. Just 35 villas welcome guests to spend time exploring wildlife including manta rays, exotic birds, and of course sea turtles that frequent the sandy white beaches.
As stewards of the land, the property was crafted with local and recycled materials with the design sitting harmoniously into the landscape. A pioneering deep seawater air-conditioning system reduces energy consumption, and the resort is getting close to reaching its goal of being carbon-neutral and entirely self-sustainable.
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