Top 10 sustainable luxury hotels
Where to stay and how to make the most of your GHA DISCOVERY membership benefits, rewards and offers when you stay at the Green Collection, our network of premium hotels at eco-luxury travel destinations all across the globe.
Where sustainable meets sensational
You’re on the vanguard: a member of the new travel elite who truly care how their adventures impact the planet. When it comes to sustainability, no one looks more closely than you at a hotel’s ratings, practices, and means of giving back. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could make your evaluation process simple and browse pre-vetted eco-friendly hotels all in one search?
Meet GHA DISCOVERY’s Green Collection: a prestigious assembly of sustainable hotels, resorts and palaces that leave a big impression with a small carbon footprint. To qualify, each hotel must attain (and maintain) at least one globally recognised eco-certification, such as EarthCheck, Green Growth 2050, Green Key, Green Globe, or Green Seal. From leisure hideaways to business summits, urban enclaves to off-the-beaten-path destinations, these top eco-friendly hotels are committed to reducing waste, protecting natural habitats and benefiting their communities.
And don’t forget, your experience at every GHA DISCOVERY hotel, resort or palace is elevated by your programme membership. In addition to exclusive Stay Offers at Green Collection hotels, your membership grants you access to Local Offers and Experiences, enabling you to create memories which you’ll cherish forever. With this in mind, here are some of our members’ favourite GHA DISCOVERY Green Collection hotels and resorts:
10. Hotel Park Avenue by the Lore Group
Hotel Park Ave brings a bold new point of view to one of New York City’s most iconic streets, creating an inspiring and one-of-a-kind experience in Manhattan’s buzzing NoMad neighbourhood. Located just a short stroll from major attractions, including Central Park.
9. NH Collection Sevilla
Enjoy a stylish, modern hotel, set in the heart of Sevilla’s financial district, with excellent public transport links. The San Bernardo metro station is just two minutes away on foot, while the medieval Santa Cruz district is only a 15-minute walk away for sightseeing.
8. The Dupont Circle by The Doyle Collection
A bona fide landmark in an elegant capital, welcome to Washington D.C.'s best-kept hospitality secret. Imagine yourself in a dignified enclave, centrally located between historic riches and modern-day delights. Add to that a welcoming staff plus luxurious amenities.
7. Avani+ Khao Lak Resort
Located on the white-sand shores of Phang Nga, Thailand, this pristine resort is just 60 minutes from Phuket International Airport. Spacious rooms and suites, four pools, tempting dining, and lots of family-friendly activities make this a go-to for irresistible getaways.
6. Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li
Located in the cultural preservation zone of Xuhui District, this sleek hotel is Shanghai’s only all-villa urban resort – with 55 shikumen villas, 40 luxurious serviced residences, a Michelin-star French restaurant, award-winning spa, and upmarket retail centre.
5. Sand River Masai Mara by Elewana Collection
Located on the banks of a river from which it has taken its name, this stunning resort is located in Masai Mara National Reserve, on the Tanzanian border. The elegant décor is reminiscent of romantic Hollywood movies set in the Golden Age of African adventure.
4. The Sukhothai Shanghai
A contemporary lifestyle hotel located in the vibrant Jing'An district, a cultural, social, retail and commercial focal point for Shanghai. The hotel, which features alluring minimalist design, is connected to a premium mall with easy access to subways and tourist spots.
3. Corinthia St. George’s Bay
It’s not just a destination. It’s a genuine spectacle. Perched at the edge of the water, Corinthia St. George’s Bay is an awe-inspiring backdrop for soaking up that Maltese sunshine. Let this ultimate five-star haven be your gateway to an island of history and magic.
2. Niccolo Chengdu
Immerse yourself in Chengdu’s celebrated International Finance Square (IFS) in the Chun Xi Road district, at this imminently desirable and fashionable address. With Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport just 25 minutes away by car, and a metro subway network just steps away in IFS, you can travel effortlessly.
1. The Leela Palace Udaipur
Perched on the banks of serene Lake Pichola, this destination hotel exemplifies Rajasthani architecture and evokes the grandeur of Udaipur's rich and royal past. Its unparalleled opulence is an ode to the Land of the Mewars using traditional crafts and embellishment.
A greener stamp of approval
Want to explore the Green Collection more in-depth, including the exact certifications and sustainability programmes in which our hotels participate? Visit our eco-certifications page to explore each major certifying organisation, its standards, and objectives.
Clean and pristine
Kick back at hotels that align with your values. Enjoy 100% clean electricity at favourites like Tivoli Portopiccolo Sistiana Resort Wellness Resort & Spa in Italy, nhow Marseille in France or Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam Hotel in the Netherlands.
Meanwhile, book with confidence knowing you won’t find single-use plastics in your room at any NH Hotels & Resorts worldwide. Or, bask in the aura of a Kempinski Hotels, knowing their EarthCheck partnership ensures a greener stay.
Habitats of Hope
Passionate about a better future for the most endangered species of flora and fauna? Help save coral reefs when you stay at NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort. Or support rehoming for abused elephants at Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in Cambodia.
Interested in bettering communities? Your stay at Elewana Collection in Kenya or Tanzania helps support the Born Free Foundation. Meanwhile, your stay at a Capella Hotels and Resorts helps fund educational and career programming for underprivileged youth.
