Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Calhetas

ENTRE MUROS - Turismo Rural - Casa com jardim e acesso direto ao mar 0.6 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ribeira Grande

9.3

Excellent

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Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Pedras do Mar Resort & Spa 0.6 km from Calhetas

Resort in Fenais da Luz

8.5

Very Good

From $105

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Resort Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Luxury Resort

Resort near Golf Courses

Quinta dos Bravos 1.3 km from Calhetas

Guest House in Pico da Pedra

9.3

Excellent

From $110

Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

This guesthouse is listed among sustainable accommodation options in the Azores, indicating some level of commitment to green practices. Further specific details are not provided in the available information.

Quinta das Giestas 1.7 km from Calhetas

Country House in Ribeira Grande

8.0

Very Good

From $96

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Country House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Dog Friendly Country House

Country House with Swimming Pool

Outdoor Pool

Quinta Minuvida 2.3 km from Calhetas

Guest House in Rabo de Peixe

9.0

Excellent

From $69

Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Quinta Minuvida is a sustainable lodge and learning center committed to sustainability. It is a founding member of the Azores Sustainability Charter and holds the Sustainability Engaged seal. They implement an endemic and native tree-planting program and utilize rainwater harvesting.

Quinta do Paraizo 2.3 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ribeira Grande

8.8

Excellent

From $128

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Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Farm Stay with Swimming Pool

Outdoor Pool

Farm Stay with Parking

Solar Branco Eco Estate 4.0 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ponta Delgada

9.6

Excellent

Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

This estate operates on up to 80% solar energy and uses 100% electric transport. It is completely plastic-free, implements a zero food waste policy by feeding scraps to free-range chickens, and supports marine conservation through the Ocean Azores Foundation. The hotel also educates guests on their ecological impact and maintains natural gardens with wildflowers for pollinators.

SALT LIPS - Azores Surf Experience 4.2 km from Calhetas

Hostel in Ponta Delgada

9.0

Excellent

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Hostel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Hostel for Yoga

Luxury Hostel

Hotel Verde Mar & SPA 4.4 km from Calhetas

Hotel in Ribeira Grande

8.9

Excellent

From $106

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Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Luxury Hotel

Hotel for Honeymoon

Quinta da Abelheira 4.4 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ponta Delgada

9.1

Excellent

From $129

Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability Questionnaire

Certifications:

Miosotis Azores

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

Solar radiation

What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?

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

Rainwater collection and usage

LED lighting throughout the premises

Bicycles provided to guests

Electric car charging station(s) available

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

Terra Vivaz - Ribeira Cottage 4.4 km from Calhetas

Guest House in Ribeira Grande

9.5

Excellent

From $142

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Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Accessible Guest House

Small Guest House

Quinta de Santa Clara 4.5 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ponta Delgada

9.6

Excellent

From $86

Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Quinta de Santa Clara has a farm on the property with a garden where guests can use organic vegetables.

Monte Ingles 4.6 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ponta Delgada

9.6

Excellent

From $66

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Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Farm Stay with Parking

Volcanic Charming House 4.6 km from Calhetas

Guest House in Ribeira Grande

9.4

Excellent

From $67

Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

This eco-friendly hotel is located near natural attractions and is eco-certified. It provides guests with amenities while maintaining an environmentally conscious approach.

Senhora do Carmo Charm House 4.7 km from Calhetas

Bed & Breakfast in Ponta Delgada

9.5

Excellent

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Bed & Breakfast Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Luxury Bed & Breakfast

Small Bed & Breakfast

Senhora da Rosa, Tradition & Nature Hotel 4.7 km from Calhetas

Hotel in Ponta Delgada

9.0

Excellent

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Senhora da Rosa incorporates solar panels and emphasizes local sourcing in its operations. It uses eco-friendly, Azores-made products in its bathrooms and crafts rooms with natural materials. The hotel's restaurant creates seasonal menus from locally sourced produce, offers vegan options, and actively works to reduce food waste.

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What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?

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

Use of non-toxic cleaning products

Bicycles provided to guests

Electric car charging station(s) available

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

Air-conditioning and heating automatically switches off when windows are open

Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced

A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant

Aqua - Pópulo Eco Village 4.9 km from Calhetas

Aparthotel in Ponta Delgada

9.1

Excellent

Aparthotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Certified with Green Key, this aparthotel utilizes solar radiation and maximizes natural light. It engages in eco-friendly initiatives, uses LED lighting, provides bicycles, separates waste, has recycling bins, and offers vegetarian menu options.

Questionnaire

Certifications:

Green Key (greenkey.global)

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

Solar radiation

What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?

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

Windows that block heat/cold (i.e. triple-glazed windows)

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

LED lighting throughout the premises

Employees are trained to follow environmental policies

Bicycles provided to guests

Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush

Waste is separated into at least 3 categories

Recycling bins in guest rooms

A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant

Quinta das Perdizes 4.9 km from Calhetas

Guest House in Ponta Delgada

9.6

Excellent

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Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Luxury Guest House

Guest House for Honeymoon

Herdade do Ananás 5.0 km from Calhetas

Farm Stay in Ponta Delgada

9.5

Excellent

From $99

Farm Stay Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

This hotel is 100% autonomous in irrigation for its gardens and pineapple greenhouses, utilizing collected rainwater. It naturally fertilizes its land without chemicals and favors natural light and existing shutters over curtains to reduce its ecological footprint. The property uses LED lighting, refillable body wash, and educates guests on reducing water and plastic consumption.