Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Aguirre

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Lodge in Savegre

9.1

Excellent

From $200

Lodge Taking Steps Towards Sustainability Questionnaire

Certifications:

TripAdvisor GreenLeaders

Savegre Biosphere member

Fonafifo

ASANA strategic alliance

Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?

Solar radiation

Hydro

What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?

Green roof

Building materials from sustainable resources

The structure maximizes air flow to reduce the need for air-conditioning

The structure maximizes natural light to reduce the need for lighting and heating

Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)

Rainwater collection and usage

LED lighting throughout the premises

Employees are trained to follow environmental policies

Carbon footprint is measured by recognised CO2 measurement tool

Electric car charging station(s) available

Waste is separated into at least 3 categories

No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery

Organic waste is composted

Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced

A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
The lodge supports a local village. We provide an alternative source of revenue after the abolition of forestry and the decline of cattle industry. The lodge also protects over 600 acres of lowland tropical forest.

Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa

Hotel in Manuel Antonio

8.1

Very Good

From $149

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability Questionnaire

Certifications:

Certification for Sustainable Tourism (Central America)

Certification for Sustainable Tourism (Costa Rica)

Bandera Azul Ecológica: Cambio Climático

Nivel Elite Certificado Sostenibilidad Turística

Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?

Solar radiation

What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?

Written environmental policy statement in place

The structure maximizes natural light to reduce the need for lighting and heating

Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)

Rainwater collection and usage

Use of non-toxic cleaning products

LED lighting throughout the premises

Environmental manager appointed

Employees are trained to follow environmental policies

Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush

Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request

Waste is separated into at least 3 categories

No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery

Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced

A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
The Hotel offers environmental programs for guests, such as beach cleaning program, tree planting campaigns and others.

Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection

Resort in Manuel Antonio

9.4

Excellent

From $655

Info

As the only luxury resort in Manuel Antonio, Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort offers elegantly appointed rooms and suites with spectacular views over the rainforest and the sea, an infinity pool and a variety of activities to explore the surrounding area and everything it has to offer.