Premier Recommends: 7 Chic and Sustainable Hotels Around the World

Premier Recommends: 7 Chic and Sustainable Hotels Around the World

Embrace both luxury and sustainability with a selection of eco-conscious hotels around the world.

For an industry as dynamic as travel, trends seem to be passing. But sustainability? Well, sustainability was and is never a trend. It’s the need of the hour and the future of travel and tourism industry. Keeping up with this belief, the world’s finest hotels are proving that high-end hospitality can exist without excess, that indulgence can be mindful, and that five-star stays can leave a lighter footprint. From jungle retreats to urban sanctuaries, these seven chic hotels redefine responsible travel without compromising on comfort or style.

1. Soneva Fushi, Maldives

Soneva Fushi is a lovely resort in the Maldives that is built from reclaimed materials and runs on solar energy. It also features one of the Maldives’ most advanced waste-to-wealth recycling programmes. Guests can sip zero-waste cocktails, explore the island on bicycles, and even take part in the ongoing conservation projects, which are quite a lot.

2. Fogo Island Inn, Canada

Perched on a remote Newfoundland coastline, Fogo Island Inn is as much a cultural institution as it is a hotel. Right from the hand-built furniture to the hyper-local cuisine, every element is rooted to preserve and benefit the local community. The hotel also reinvests the profits into the island, ensuring both visitors and residents benefit from its success. Bonus tip: The stargazing experience here is world-class.

3. The Brando, French Polynesia

The Brando is a lovely private island escape that is as eco-friendly as it is exclusive. This tropical resort is entirely powered by solar and coconut oil energy (yes, that’s right!), and champions for marine conservation as well as the Polynesian culture. You can paddle through wonderful pristine lagoons, dine on fresh organic produce exclusively grown on the island, and unwind in the villas that are consciously designed to feel one with nature.

4. Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam

Secluded bays, jungle-covered cliffs, and a resort that camouflages right into the landscape, Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is a blueprint for sustainable luxury. Its water comes from an onsite filtration system, waste is meticulously repurposed, and its farm-to-table dining experience minimises environmental impact. Even the spa treatments here use ethically sourced local ingredients.

5. Hotel Marcel, USA

This Brutalist design architectural masterpiece in New Haven, Connecticut, is the first net-zero hotel in the U.S. that is powered entirely by renewable energy and is amongst the torchbearers of modern sustainability. With sleek, minimalist interiors, electric vehicle chargers, and an eco-conscious restaurant serving seasonal, plant-forward cuisine, everything is all about guiltfree indulgence.

6. Pikaia Lodge, Galápagos Islands

Pikaia Lodge is built on a reforested cattle ranch, which reduces its impact on the fragile Galápagos ecosystem. Solar power, energy-efficient architecture, and carbon-neutral operations make it one of the world’s most sustainable lodges. Guests can explore volcanic landscapes, snorkel with marine iguanas, and witness nature at its most untouched and raw form.

7. Arctic Bath, Sweden

Arctic Bath floats on the Lule River in Swedish Lapland and is a striking example of Scandinavian design built to be sustainable. The entire structure is constructed from local materials. The hotel’s low-impact mindset extends to its organic, locally sourced dining and innovative off-grid energy solutions. Come winter, the frozen river creates an ethereal backdrop for the ultimate Nordic escape.

 

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