ecohotel
Sustainable vacation accommodation
An ecohotel is a hotel designed and operated to minimize environmental impact.
Such properties typically feature sustainable construction, energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction.
Some are located in natural settings and emphasize connection to local ecosystems: We stayed at an ecohotel in the Costa Rican rainforest.
The term sometimes describes genuine environmental commitment, sometimes greenwashing.
Capable of restoration
- solar-poweredEnergized by sunlight
- energy-efficientUsing minimal power
- carbon-neutralNet-zero emissions state
- zero-wasteNo garbage produced
greywater · off-grid · low-impact · geothermal · wind-powered
Place for getaways
- lodgeTemporary woodland dwelling
- cabinSimple wooden dwelling
- bungalowOne-story house with porch
- guesthouseLodging for visitors
boutique · retreat · villa · ryokan · chalet · yurt · treehouse · glamping
Undomesticated natural organisms
- habitatOrganism's natural environment
- biodiversityRange of life forms
- sanctuaryProtected sacred space
- reforestationReplanting depleted woodlands
wetland · coral-reef · rewilding · mangrove · anti-poaching
Originating in a region
- artisanSkilled manual tradesperson
- cooperativeJointly operated enterprise
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
Observing wild avians recreationally
- kayakingNavigating slim watercraft seated
- snorkelingSurface swimming with breathing tube
- community-basedCentered on local groups
- voluntourismLeisure trips with charitable work
renewable
Capable of restoration
- solar-poweredEnergized by sunlight
- energy-efficientUsing minimal power
- carbon-neutralNet-zero emissions state
zero-waste · greywater · off-grid · low-impact · geothermal · wind-powered
resort
Place for getaways
guesthouse · boutique · retreat · villa · ryokan · chalet · yurt · treehouse · glamping · hostel
wildlife
Undomesticated natural organisms
- habitatOrganism's natural environment
- biodiversityRange of life forms
- sanctuaryProtected sacred space
reforestation · wetland · coral-reef · rewilding · mangrove · anti-poaching
accreditation
Official quality approval
- transparencyState of being see-through
indigenous
Originating in a region
- artisanSkilled manual tradesperson
- cooperativeJointly operated enterprise
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
birdwatching
Observing wild avians recreationally
- kayakingNavigating slim watercraft seated
- snorkelingSurface swimming with breathing tube
- community-basedCentered on local groups
ecohotelcasino resort
Gambling and lodging complex
cruise ship · luxury resort · all-inclusive resort · golf resort · theme park resort
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