London has plenty of activities and experiences for the eco-conscious traveller, from spending time in one of London’s green spaces (a whopping 47% of the city is classified as green space) to dining somewhere where sustainability is front and foremost – shout out zero-waste Silo. If you’re the kind of traveller who wants to choose somewhere pleasant to stay without compromising the planet, then bookmark this guide for your next trip to the city. Here’s our rundown of the best eco-friendly hotels in London.
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One Aldwych
First on our list of eco-friendly hotels in London is One Aldwych, a prestigious luxury hotel in the heart of London that has made significant strides in prioritising sustainability, something that’s been important to them since they opened in 1998. Alongside the regular practices many of the eco-friendly hotels in London are adopting, such as energy-saving and water-reclaiming features, they’re also taking a few slightly different steps to consider the planet. They have installed a rooftop beehive to support the health of urban bees, have their own glass crusher which crushes all bottles and containers on-site, have a chlorine-free swimming pool which uses a mineral-based cleaning system, and even send excess food waste to a farm in Kent where it’s composted amongst the vegetables grown which are then used in the hotel’s restaurants.
Book One Aldwych on Expedia or Booking.com | Covent Garden | WA
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The Beaumont
The Beaumont is an independent five-star hotel that offers a luxurious place to stay in the heart of London’s West End. Aside from the exquisite rooms, premium restaurants and bars and overall opulent decor, the hotel also excels when it comes to sustainability, having won multiple awards for its efforts. They’re currently in the process of minimising the use of all single-use plastics and have fitted LED lights throughout, which they say is the same as planting 177.48 acres of forest and removing 124,81 cars from the roads. They’ve also installed solar film on all windows and generate all their hot water using two CHPs – a cleaner alternative. The food menus here are centred around the seasons, with food waste kept to a minimum and bee hives on the hotel’s rooftop, which provide honey for breakfast throughout the year. They’re also proud to say they’re on top of their game regarding recycling, with nothing going to landfill.
Book The Beaumont on Expedia or Booking.com | Mayfair | WA
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The Zetter Clerkenwell
The Zetter is a boutique hotel boasting 24 rooms within a magnificent Georgian townhouse. The entire hotel is adorned with opulent British-inspired decor, making it an ideal venue for a memorable stay or special occasion. They have a range of sustainability practises in place, including pumping water from a 1500-foot-bore-hole which lies beneath the building, used to flush loos and cool rooms, and when a bedroom window is opened, the air conditioning has been designed to cut out. Where possible, they also work with local or British brands, and their kitchens focus heavily on British or local produce. They also ask that their food delivery companies take their packaging away with them or use fully recyclable packaging.
Book The Zetter Clerkenwell on Expedia or Booking.com |Clerkenwell | WA
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room2 Chiswick
Chiswick Hometel is the UK’s first whole life net zero hometel. It’s an excellent option for those looking for something a little more affordable where sustainability is essential. As a whole life net zero hometel, they have successfully eliminated and rebalanced 100% of their carbon emissions – from the construction to the eventual destruction – making it the first hotel in the world to do so. Here, they work to reduce their environmental footprint by implementing things such as energy-efficient lighting, water-saving technologies, and waste-reduction strategies. They also provide information on eco-friendly practices within each of the rooms. Regarding products, they also source locally and sustainably whenever possible.
Book room2 Chiswick Hometel on Expedia or Booking.com | Chiswick | WA
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Locke at Broken Wharf
Locke is a lovely hotel where people often come to stay for longer periods of time. Their dedication to sustainability can be seen in every aspect of the place, from the design to minor daily practices, and also in the way that they encourage environmental responsibility and communicate this to their guests. They focus on reducing their environmental footprint and promoting responsible living by using energy-efficient measures and reducing waste by actively participating in recycling programs. They also strive to support local communities and source products locally whenever possible. They’re all built with design at the forefront, so you can expect to stay in style. They have locations all over the city, from the newly-opened Kensington branch to Aldgate, Dalston, Tower Bridge and more.
Book Locke at Broken Wharf on Expedia or Booking.com | City of London | WA
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The Corner Hotel
The Corner, located in the heart of the East End, proudly stands as one of the city’s most sustainable hotels. It’s where sustainability meets style, where no two rooms are the same and comfy beds and rainfall showers sit side by side with beautiful bespoke furniture made with repurposed and reused materials, like lamps made from old hosepipes. Their commitment to being environmentally friendly is evident in every aspect of their operations, earning them the distinction of being London’s greenest hotel. Their innovative and eco-conscious initiatives include energy-efficient building design, renewable energy sources, and water-saving technologies. They also offer guests locally sourced and organic products, simultaneously supporting local communities and contributing to the reduction of food miles. They’re proud that their water consumption is 41% less than other UK hotels, which they say is equivalent to four Olympic-sized swimming pools. It’s also the most affordable option on this list and is considered one of the more affordable options in London in general.
Book The Corner Hotel on Expedia or Booking.com |Whitechapel | WA
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The Lanesborough
Last on our rundown of eco-friendly hotels in London is this fancy Knightsbridge hotel, The Lanesborough. It may initially catch your eye thanks to the fact it’s set inside a stunning Neoclassical mansion, but beneath the surface, the hotel is also doing its bit for the environment. They have their dedicated team, The Green Guardians, who work to ensure the hotel is functioning responsibly and ultimately leave a positive impact on the planet. They have a fleet of chauffeur-driven cars, which are all electric and hybrid; they source the produce used in the restaurant from local suppliers and artisans and use spa partners who have a kind-to-nature ethos.
Book The Lanesborough on Expedia or Booking.com |Westminster | WA
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