10 superb eco-friendly places to stay around the world
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In the snow, the jungle or the beach, set off in search of accommodation that respect the natural surroundings. In these havens of peace, beauty and ecology come together as one.
Recharge your batteries in this luxury Parisian bolthole, located a few steps from the Place de l'Étoile. The Hidden Hotel exudes a zen-like atmosphere which owes a lot to the natural materials used for the decor: wood, glass, stone and ceramics. The mattresses are made of coconut fibre while the tasty breakfast consists entirely of organic products.
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In Sweden, everything is recycled. The huts and treehouses at Urnatur are made from reclaimed wood and are hidden in the depths of the Östergötland forests. A sylvan fairyland awaits intrepid adventurers.
Discover the mysteries of Sweden from Stockholm
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Who would have thought that New York could have an eco-friendly hideaway at its very heart? Built from recycled materials, 1 Brooklyn Bridge is warm and welcoming with its hemp mattresses and organic cotton sheets… with a breathtaking view of the Big Apple as an added bonus.
Set off on an urban adventure in New York
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The Six Senses Con Dao hotel, on a tiny paradise island due south of Ho Chi Minh City, is famous for its 100% eco-friendly buildings. The materials used are especially designed to reduce the need for air conditioning.
Discover sensational Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City
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In the heart of the Alps, luxury and ecology come together at the Whitepod Hotel. Its small pods save energy and blend into the landscape to minimise the impact on the ecosystem -– summer and winter alike.
Explore the beautiful region around Geneva
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Hundreds of rare species call the Ecuadorian jungle home. So as not to disturb them, the modern Mashpi Lodge with its environmental design is tucked away, overshadowed by trees. The song of a spectacular tropical bird is the only sound you will hear as you enjoy a massage.
Fly off to luxuriant natural surroundings from Quito
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Thoughtfully integrated into the landscape on the shores of Lake Garda, the Lefay Resort is one of the few hotels in Italy to offset 100% of its carbon emissions. Immerse yourself in the spa's gentle ambiance of well-being.
Live the magic of Italy from Milan
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The paradise of French Polynesia is fragile. To preserve it, the luxury Brando hotel has achieved carbon neutrality. The hotel even funds a research centre to understand and protect the local fauna.
Escape to the heart of French Polynesia from Papeete
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To the north of Tokyo, tranquillity reigns over the Hoshinoya resort in Karuizawa. Nature lovers stay in small pavilions dotted around a bend in the river at this marvellous, eco-friendly bird-watching site.
Start your adventure in the Land of the Rising Sun from Tokyo
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Like a bubble of luxury in the middle of a vast 23,000-hectare protected park, the Marataba Safari Lodge, to the north of Johannesburg, offers an enchanting break. Through its foundation, the lodge helps the area's poorest inhabitants to improve their living standards.
Get off the beaten track and explore the Johannesburg region