There might have once been a time when guaranteed good weather or five-star reviews were top priority when searching for a hotel or holiday destination. Due to the pandemic and travel restrictions caused by COVID-19 globally, however, it’s given us all the time to think about what we actually want from our holidays going forward; whether that’s being more mindful about how (and how much) we travel, or thinking more carefully about the kind of places we stay in – so that when we do eventually get to travel again, we’re treading a little more lightly on our planet.
Ticking both of those boxes are eco-friendly hotels right here in the UK. Cutting out emissions from flying in the first place, there’s a whole host of hotels that are working hard to reduce their carbon footprint, from using renewable sources to reducing plastic waste, and finding plenty of innovative ways to be as planet-friendly as possible. So, if you are searching for a hotel that’s doing what it can to be kinder to the planet, scroll our edit of some of the best eco-conscious hotels and staycations to inspire your next long-awaited holiday.
