The Hotel Britomart: Built To Care
Now more than ever, living consciously should be at the forefront of everything we do. The concept of sustainability influences all sectors, particularly travel. Flying makes a massive impact on our carbon footprint and a great way to balance this is by choosing a hotel that is serious about making a difference. Impressive by way of luxury and inspiring in their ethos, The Hotel Britomart is New Zealand’s first-ever ‘5 Green Star’ hotel.
From the outset, the hotel was designed with sustainability at its core. During construction, nearly 80% of waste generated was reused or recycled, laying the foundation for an eco-friendly philosophy. Today, the hotel operates with 50% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than a standard building thanks to its rigorous waste management practices and energy-efficient operation.
From locally sourced in-room products to the organic cotton linens and refillable toiletries, The Hotel Britomart leaves no stone unturned. Even the staff’s uniforms are locally made and designed to be recycled. Add compostable coconut husk slippers to the mix and consider your conscience cleared
At the heart of the hotel lies kingi, a restaurant serving locally sourced, sustainable seafood in a thoughtful and approachable manner. kingi only works with local fisheries who catch fish in small quantities and share the hotel’s beliefs and values. No stay at The Hotel Britomart is complete without a bowl of buttermilk blue cod wings (trust us). The hotel’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond its walls.
Through initiatives like tree-planting programs at sister property The Landing and partnerships with the likes of Toitū Envirocare and Qualmark, the hotel is actively working to support the wider community. If you thought luxurious living and environmental responsibility couldn’t go hand in hand, The Hotel Britomart is here to prove a point.
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