Eco hotels
An eco hotel (sometimes called an eco lodge) is a hotel that has made improvements in order to minimise its impact on the environment.
New properties are being built from sustainable resources like tropical hardwoods, local stone, and designed to better blend in with their environment. In addition they are also being run on eco-friendly principles, such as serving organic or locally grown food or using natural cooling as opposed to air conditioning, all of which is doing far more good than just asking guests to reuse their towels.
There are more than 100 certification programs worldwide for eco hotels leading to confusion on the subject. It is up to guests to check whether the hotel is being run on environmental principles and the best way of doing this is to research your hotel before booking. Check the hotel’s eco credentials via their website.
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