7 awesome eco-friendly resorts

Ecotourism, sustainable travel, eco-travel, responsible travel…no matter what you call it, more often than ever, people are looking for travel that doesn't hurt the environment. Travelers want resorts, cruise lines and tour operators that support the management of resources that protect essential ecological processes, biological diversity and life support systems. Basically, they want us to locate suppliers and destinations with environmentally-focused practices.

If you're interested in sustainable travel, we can help you book an eco-friendly vacation. From Costa Rica to the Maldives, see where eco-travel can take you!

Costa Rica

"In Costa Rica they have a wonderful philosophy, Pura Vida, which means pure life ... it's a wonderful reminder to accept life halfway and meet it. To recognize there's infinite beauty all around us." - Favorpill Founder, Sascha Lewis

El Mangroove, Autograph Collection - Guanacaste  
In 2015, this hotel earned the highest ranking of a level 5 from the Certification for Sustainable Tourism program. Their sustainable practices include water-efficient faucets, dual-flush toilets, irrigation water treated on-site and LED and fluorescent lighting. Most food products are organic and local and the wood of trees that were cut down during the hotel's construction was recycled into furniture and mirror frames.

The Cloud Forest Lodge is located in the beautiful Santa Elena-Monteverde area, four hours from San Jose downtown, in the Tilarán Mountain Range, at an altitude of 5000 feet above the sea level. For more information visit: https://www.travelexcellence.com/costa-rica-hotels/monteverde/cloud-forest-lodge

Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge - Monteverde  
This ecolodge declares that it is "all about 'GO-GREEN,' meaning it's environment-friendly and nature-friendly and has minimal or no harm on its ecosystems or the environment." It does not use any chemical products and instead uses organic and biodegradable products that don't have a negative impact on the environment. It also has a waste center that is used to recycle solid waste like plastics, tin cans, paper waste and glass to do its part to fight climate change.

Mexico

Azul Ixtapa All Inclusive Beach Resort & Convention Center se encuentra frente a playa Linda. Prueba las diferentes especialidades gastronómicas en los restaurantes de este hotel todo incluido. Ejercítate en el gimnasio, descansa en alguna de las tres albercas y diviértete en el golfito. Conoce nuestras ofertas en:http://www.pricetravel.com.mx/azul-ixtapa-all-inclusive-beach-resort-convention-center

Azul Ixtapa - Ixtapa
The Azul Ixtapa bills itself as "a majestic luxury resort with an eco-friendly concept." And it really is living up to that. As of 2016, it's an EarthCheck Gold Certified resort and has earned the S Badge from Mexico's Ministry of Tourism, a recognition of sustainable practices in the tourism industry. One of the coolest things about Azul Ixtapa is its EcoGym that has solar-powered fitness equipment that powers the gym and the surrounding community.

The man made lake at Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa is one of the unique features of this medium size all inclusive resort complex.

Grand Palladium White Sands - Cancun  
The Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa is a luxury eco-hotel that has won a global certification of sustainable tourism by EarthCheck for adhering to the highest standards of environmental conservation and the Travelife Gold Award, an international sustainability certification.

Set along a beautiful white sand beach in Playa del Carmen on Riviera Maya, this eco-friendly resort lies in the luxurious residential complex of Grand Coral, with an amazing 18-hole golf course designed by the famous Nick Price next door. Escape to an array of beautifully appointed rooms stretching from the magnificent Mexican Caribbean to the lush green jungle.

Sandos Caracol - Riviera Maya  
The resort was built around a natural ecosystem and its dedication to low impact on its environment means the monkeys and tropical birds are right outside the door. Guests are given the opportunity to immerse themselves in the region's unbelievable natural beauty while learning about the local landscapes and wildlife.

Maldives

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Taj Exotica Resort and Spa - Maldives  
The Taj Exotica Resort and Spa almost has to consider the environment first, based on the delicate ecosystem of the Maldives that it's located in. The resort recently installed a more efficient water heating system to reduce the use of fuel, a rainwater retention system and garden beds with succulents like jade trees and sea hibiscus that reduce the need for daily watering. All of these efforts make "green" the essence of this resort.

Ultimate island escapism Bury your toes in cool sand as you lunch in a coconut grove. And after a day on the waters of a crystal clear sea, dine in informal elegance, overlooking the ocean. Relaxation, Banyan Tree style.

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru - Maldives  
Another beautiful resort in the Maldives, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru has a marine conservation lab that regularly conducts research on coral biology and ecology as well as green sea turtle conservation. Resort guests can join in-house divers to assist in coral reef and species inventory checks, and also sponsor their own coral gardens.

And that's just scratching the surface! Huckleberry Travel can book you into any of these fabulous, sustainable eco-resorts, and by bundling your stay with airfare and activities, we can put together a fabulous vacation that won't harm the environment! Let us know where you'd like to go!