Have you ever asked yourself what “sustainable vacation” actually means? Our organic hoteliers have been asking themselves this question since BIO HOTELS was founded in 2001. At the beginning, our focus was on 100% certified organic quality. Over time, however, many other aspects of holistic sustainability were added - such as natural cosmetics, building biology and, of course, climate neutrality. Today, more than 20 years later, with us you get the ultimate when it comes to your very individual, sustainable vacation. Because we define sustainability holistically. On this page we will show you how you can enjoy “more than a hotel” with a clear conscience and also pay attention to your ecological footprint on vacation and on business trips.
Arrival, the enjoyment of regional organic food, the careful treatment of nature and much more. It is the conveyance of appreciation in many areas that defines a sustainable vacation (or even gentle tourism). As a guest, you benefit from this, as do the environment and the residents of your holiday region. The greatest challenge of a sustainable holiday is to leave as few traces as possible in the environment and to immerse yourself intensively in the holiday region.
It starts with the journey, because this is where the greatest burden on the environment arises. For long-haul destinations, for example, a long flight has to be accepted. In addition to the high expenditure of time, the enormous CO2 emissions from aircraft also raise the question of whether it is worthwhile to put additional strain on the environment and climate through one's own travel behavior. So what could be more natural for responsible travelers than choosing a holiday destination in their own country or in a nearby foreign country? Because you don't have to travel far to discover places of interest.
Organic is our DNA. You can feel, see and taste that in all of our houses. As the only hotel association on the market, we offer you the ultimate when it comes to organic catering in the hotel. Based on our strict guidelines, at least two independent checks are carried out annually for each company. This ensures security and absolute transparency. We have organic where it says organic. It's best to convince yourself and enjoy your sustainable lifestyle in the hotel too!
Frankfurt ribs, onion tarts, Wiener Schnitzel - the variety of regional culinary delights is large and creative. Sustainable holidays in your own country or in a nearby foreign country also means taking a culinary journey of pleasure through the realms of the familiar and local. A lot can be new and unfamiliar, but also tasty and exciting. Many of our BIO HOTELS have spacious gardens and certified organic farms. According to the motto “from the field to the plate”, absolutely fresh and high-quality ingredients end up in the kitchen and are refined there by trained master chefs. And you can taste that, with every bite.
For our organic hoteliers, sustainable vacations also mean offering you a natural and relaxing sleep experience. Because only those who sleep well are really relaxed. That's why you sleep with us in the finest beds made of natural materials and cuddle up in soft natural bedding. In many of our hotels, ecological aspects such as solid wood construction, special clay walls and the reduction of electrosmog ensure a pleasant room ambience.
Much that gets on our skin ultimately also gets “under the skin”. This is also the case with cosmetic products. For example, many conventional products contain parabens (chemical substances) that enter the body after use. That is why you will find 100% certified natural cosmetics with us that are much better skin-friendly. So you can relax with a clear conscience with massages, applications and treatments. Sustainability right under the skin, so to speak.
Sustainable vacation also means a big "Yes!" To more environmental protection, fair working conditions and strengthening of nearby tourist destinations. The more people decide to travel ecologically, the better it is for our planet, the local people and of course the respective region. We all shape the future and our cooperation with our decisions. And every day we have the opportunity to reflect on ourselves and question things. As different as the holiday offers of our BIO HOTELS are, our common guidelines are uniform. Going beyond moments of pleasure in nature, all BIO HOTELS take measures that protect and preserve both the environment and the culture of the region. An appreciative attitude that comes from within!
If you, too, want to experience sustainable vacation and its beneficial effects, you only have to do one thing: choose. With more than 80 individual and 100% certified hotels, you will find the largest selection of holistically sustainable hotels on the market with us! We are at home in different countries in Europe. With us you will experience nature from its most beautiful side - in and around our hotels!
Stress-free &
& ecological arrival
A sustainable vacation exudes its beneficial effects right from the start. Instead of the stress of traveling, you can simply sit back and travel in a climate-friendly manner by choosing a nearby travel destination; for example by train. Sustainably managed holiday accommodation also offers you enough options on site to be able to do without a car during your holiday. These are not only ideal conditions for keeping your own ecological footprint small. There are also perfect conditions to discover the beauty and nature of the holiday region at your own pace. On foot while hiking or on bike tours. For remote excursion destinations, in addition to climate-friendly electric vehicles, public transport is almost always available. Many of our BIO HOTELS also offer you, for example, pick-up services from train stations and their own charging stations for your e-car or e-bike.
