Karen Edwards | 01 April 2023
Green sleeps: 11 sustainable places to stay in North America and the Caribbean
Here's our pick of eco-friendly hotels to stay at in North America and the Caribbean. Which will you choose?
Here's our pick of eco-friendly hotels to stay at in North America and the Caribbean. Which will you choose?
In the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest, this Indigenous-owned lodge employs nearly 10% of the community of Klemtu, restoring the Kitasoo/Xai’xais people’s rightful role as guardians of the region.
Booking information: spiritbear.com
The Iberostar brand’s ‘Wave of Change’ initiative has already seen the elimination of single-use plastic in its hotels. Now they are aiming to be a zero waste-to-landfill operator by 2025 and carbon neutral by 2030.
Booking information: iberostar.com
A true natural wonder. Set among ancient oak and redwood trees, guests can enjoy guided nature walks, forest meditation, seasonal whale watching and a chef’s garden tour. This trendsetting stay has also run on solar power since 2009.
Booking information: postranchinn.com
Set in the wine country of the Willamette Valley, south of Portland, you’ll find an in-house menu bolstered by fresh fruit and vegetables grown in The Allison’s garden and greenhouse, with remaining goods coming from local producers.
Booking information: theallison.com
Castara’s self-catering treehouse lodges are a delight, but unlike typical Caribbean all-inclusive stays, the hotel encourages guests to venture out, meet local fisherfolk, eat fresh produce and join guided hikes to spread revenue across the island.
Booking information: castararetreats.com
Eco-highlights at this hotel in Charlotte include a vast sedum roof, a herb garden and beehives making organic honey. Even staff uniforms are made from upcycled plastic bottles.
Booking information: ritzcarlton.com
This family-run hotel on the banks of the Elk River boasts solar-panel installation and a long-time ban on single-use plastics. Admirably, it also donates $25,000 annually to local youth and sports clubs.
Booking information: ferniefoxhotel.com
Located not far from Portland, the Inn By The Sea subsidises wish-list books for local schools, while the in-house Sea Glass Restaurant serves fresh seafood responsibly caught by fisherfolk along the Gulf.
Booking information: innbythesea.com
St Lucian built, and staffed by 99% locals, this resort is one of the biggest island employers. Co-founder Karolin Troubetzkoy also tirelessly champions green tourism in the Caribbean.
More information: jademountain.com
The natural awning of the McDowell mountains makes Adero Scottsdale one of Arizona’s stargazing hotspots, while the Adero Canyon Trailhead leads hikers through the Sonoran Desert.
Booking information: aderoscottsdale.com
Voted the number one eco-lodge in the United States by USA Today readers, Nature Inn’s geothermal heating and cooling mechanism, 2,800-gallon rainwater system and solar-thermal hot-water installation make it a worthy winner.
Booking information: natureinnatbaldeagle.com
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