While travelers have always appreciated thoughtful amenities that enhance their hotel stay, hotels are now redefining luxury by offering meaningful amenities that positively impact the environment and local communities. This new approach elevates the guest experience and aligns with the growing demand for sustainable travel options.

Below, you’ll find examples of hotels that offer sustainable amenities for conscious travelers:

Adriatic Luxury Hotels (Cavtat, Croatia): Recycled Coasters from Maritimo Recycling
Adriatic Luxury Hotels in Croatia partnered with Maritimo Recycling for a unique project focused on sustainability and community engagement. Through beach clean up efforts, they collect plastic waste from the shores of Croatia and then deliver to Maritimo Recycling to process and transform into stylish coasters. These are now available as an amenity for guests at its Hotel Supetar. These coasters not only serve as a practical and beautiful take home amenity, but they also symbolize Adriatic Luxury Hotels’ commitment to preserving the natural beauty of the area’s surroundings.  

Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Riviera Maya, Mexico): Beach Bags
Grand Velas Riviera Maya collaborated with a local artisan community to create artisanal beach bags for guests. These handcrafted bags are made from white toquillo, or recycled plastic and are not only a fashionable accessory, but also a reflection of the resort’s support for local craftsmanship and sustainable practices. The bags are available for use complimentary while at the resort and for purchase in the resort’s boutique, with proceeds directly benefiting the artisan community.

The Betsy (Miami, FL): Wildflower Bookmarks
At The Betsy, a family-owned luxury boutique hotel in Miami’s Art Deco district, guests receive nightly bookmarks made out of recycled paper and wildflower seeds at the turndown service. These bookmarks are a beautiful and sustainable reminder of their stay, encouraging guests to plant seeds and contribute to the local flora.