Cape Town Accommodation The Glen Boutique Hotel Sustainability

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:  

The Glen Boutique Hotel has always been committed to helping save the environment. The main focus is on reducing consumption and improving the efficiency in their energy and waste management processes.

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 

The Glen Boutique Hotel has recently installed solar panels that heat the entire water needs of the hotel including the pool. They re-use scrap paper and wood as much as possible and although it is often impractical to reuse many items, they always searching for new ideas.  The Glen stationary requirements are also obtained from recycled paper cups.  In their commitment to saving energy, all their bulbs are LED or low energy bulbs.  Many of their showers are fitted with water saving heads whilst still providing a soothing showering environment.