High Street Hostel (Scotland)
Right in the heart of Old Town Edinburgh, High Street Hostel's historic 470 year old building has been used as a hostel since 1985. High Street Hostel does their best to recycle everything & all the electricity is sourced from non-nuclear, renewable supplies. They also have a 75+ hectare woodland that absorbs more than the CO2 emissions from fuel used in the hostel. Free Thursday Pub Crawl, free walking tour, free movie night & popcorn, free wifi & more. Find out more about High Street Hostel here: http://highstreethostel.com/about-us/ 
Bus Hostel (Reykjavik, Iceland)
The Bus Hostel in Reykjavik is eco-friendly, reasonable, stylish, & located only 10 minutes (walking) away from the Reykjavik center. The hostel aims to use only fair trade products & be fully "green." Enjoy free bikes in the summer, the hostel bar, free wifi & much more. Get more info here: http://www.bushostelreykjavik.com/best-hostel 
Milia Mountain Retreat (Crete, Greece)
Located in Western Crete, this ecolodge was once a 17th century mountain settlement. Milia Mountain Retreat is surrounded by chestnut trees, lush lands & pristine air. National Geographic described it as "A top ecolodge for family, active adventures and local culture." Get more info about the retreat here: http://www.milia.gr/EN/ 
Gyreum Ecolodge (County Sligo, Ireland)
Gyreum, meaning round place, couldn't have a more fitting name. Located in Northwest Ireland, Gyreum's round green roof blends in perfectly with the sloping land. The Gyreum ecolodge offers eco courses in water purification, organic horticulture courses, Irish language courses, artist residencies & more. To get additional info, check out their website: http://www.gyreum.com/ |
CEL (Centre Ecologic Llemena) (Girona, Spain)
CEL is based on sustainability. Their shop sells nothing but organic products & their restaurant meals are of the same quality. Enjoy the natural swimming pool or go camping with CEL. Stay a few days in the peaceful environment of CEL. Find out more about Centre Ecologic Llemena here: http://www.instantworldbooking.com/Spain-hotels/Cel-Centre-Ecologic-Llemena_Corca.htm 
Whitepod Hotel (Monthey, Switzerland)
The Whitepod Hotel in Switzerland is based on the concept that hospitality & environmental conservation can coexist, creating an experience that is exceptional. Energy & water use is controlled, waste is recycled, cleaning products are 100% biodegradable, & food is local & seasonal. The Whitepod Hotel is luxurious, innovative & sustainable. Read more about this unique hotel here: http://www.whitepod.com/en/ 
Ecomama Hostel (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Ecomama Hostel offers a variety of different rooms at various prices. Ecomama focuses on sustainability with the use of a green roof, a water saving system, & cradle-to-cradle building materials. The unique design furniture is made from used materials. "Experience cozy, conscious, luxury, and design while making our planet a better place." Visit the Ecomama website for more info: http://www.ecomamahotel.com/home/ 
Mellow Eco Hostel (Barcelona, Spain)
Mellow Hostel in Barcelona is modern, colorful & peaceful. The water is heated using solar panels, all the cleaning products are biodegradable, & there are recycling facilities & energy-saving light bulbs. This clean & secure hostel is the perfect place to get some relaxation time away from the bustle of the city center. Read more about Mellow Eco Hostel here: http://www.mellowbarcelona.com/hostels/ 
Reykjavik City Hostel (Reykjavik, Iceland)
Eco certified since 2004, Reykjavik City Hostel offers reasonable & comfortable accommodation right in the heart of Laugardalur Park. Only a 30 minute walk from the city center, the hostel team will help you organize any tours. They offer great deals on packages for hiking, biking, Glacier tours, Northern Light tours, etc. Free wifi, a coffee bar & free movie rentals are additional perks. Find out more about Reykjavik City Hostel here: http://www.hostel.is/Hostels/Reykjavikcity/ |
