Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Visp

Riffelalp Resort 2222m Ski-in & Ski-out

9.6

Excellent

From $445

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Achieving Swisstainable Level III 'Leading' and ISO 14001 certification, this resort demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental management. It is also a signatory of the U.N. Global Compact and the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge, focusing on continuous environmental improvement.

Questionnaire

Certifications:

Swisstainable

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

Hydro

What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?

Building materials from sustainable resources

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

LED lighting throughout the premises

Environmental manager appointed

Bicycles provided to guests

Electric car charging station(s) available

Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush

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

Toilet paper made of non-chlorine bleached paper or awarded with an eco-label

Waste is separated into at least 3 categories

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

Organic waste is composted

A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant

An energy audit is carried out at least once every five years

Hotel Bella Vista Zermatt

Hotel in Zermatt

9.1

Excellent

From $212

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Recognized by Green Pearls and a member of Responsible Hotels of Switzerland, this family-run hotel focuses on preserving the local region. It implements energy and water-saving measures, uses products from its own garden and bakery, and sources locally.

Waldhotel Fletschhorn Panoramic Retreat in Saas Fee

Hotel in Saas-Fee

9.4

Excellent

From $255

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Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

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Hotel near Ski Resorts

Zermatt Youth Hostel

Hostel in Zermatt

8.2

Very Good

From $88

Hostel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Certified with ibex fairstay and built to the Minergie building standard, this hostel sources 100% of its electricity from renewable hydropower. It has significantly reduced heating CO2 emissions and implements a predominantly vegetarian food concept.

Saas-Fee wellnesshostel4000

Hostel in Saas-Fee

8.5

Very Good

From $112

Hostel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Holding Swisstainable Level III and ibex fairstay platinum certifications, this hostel is explicitly designed with high ecological standards and incorporates social concerns. It combines affordable accommodation with modern wellness facilities in an environmentally conscious manner.

CERVO Mountain Resort

Hotel in Zermatt

9.2

Excellent

From $919

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Awarded the ibex fairstay label and a Green Pearls member, CERVO meets nearly 95% of its energy demand with geothermal heat and recovers over 50% of heat from wastewater. It is a Slow Food member, sourcing organic and regional products, and partners with myClimate, doubling guest contributions for climate protection projects.

Alpen Resort & Spa

Hotel in Zermatt

9.2

Excellent

From $204

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

This hotel is recognized for its eco-friendly practices, including the use of solar energy for power, minimizing waste, and sourcing food from nearby farms to support local producers.