A hotel industry committed to responsible tourism

Monaco’s hotel industry is one of the most active sectors when it comes to protecting the environment.

Following the signature of the environmental charter created by the Hotel Industry Association and signed by all partners in 2007, “Green Teams” were formed within hotels to develop and implement concrete solutions to reduce their ecological footprint. The main areas for improvement are water consumption, energy savings and recycling.
The commitment of hotels is confirmed by the environmental certifications and labels that they hold.
More than 80% of the Principality’s hotel rooms are currently certified, under the following main schemes:

The hotel industry restated its commitment alongside the Tourist and Convention Authority and the Mission for Energy Transition by signing the National Energy Transition Pact in March 2018. Hotels which have signed the Pact now account for 97% of the Principality’s available capacity.

Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo  

The Monte-Carlo SBM group has been pursuing an ambitious certification policy for several years now. A number of the group’s hotels already hold Green Globe certifications and the recently renovated Hotel de Paris is working to achieve the standard itself in the near future.
The hotel signed the National Energy Transition Pact in March 2018, under which it has committed to focusing on critical energy transition issues: waste management, transport and, above all, customer empowerment.
With regard to food waste, Monte-Carlo SBM has adopted the “Gourmet Box” concept, a tailored version of the “Petite Boite Monégasque”, a box that enables diners to take any unfinished dishes home with them.
During your stay, the Hôtel Hermitage/de Paris invites you to enjoy a wellness and spa experience at the Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo, an establishment committed to sustainable development and Green Globe-certified for the last four years.

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Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo 

In March 2019, the Hôtel Hermitage Monte Carlo was awarded Green Globe certification. With the aim of using more organic, seasonal, and local produce, the hotel, at the behest of Chef B. Witz and the MC SBM Group procurement department, developed a partnership with Terrae to create a vegetable garden on the heights of Beausoleil.
The hotel has signed the Mr Goodfish commitment to treat maritime resources with respect and focus on sustainably caught fish.
The hotel signed the National Energy Transition Pact in March 2018, under which it has committed to focusing on critical energy transition issues: waste management, transport and, above all, customer empowerment.
With regard to food waste, Monte-Carlo SBM has adopted the “Gourmet Box” concept, a tailored version of the Petite Boite Monégasque.
During your stay, the Hôtel Hermitage/de Paris invites you to enjoy a wellness and spa experience at the Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo, an establishment committed to sustainable development and Green Globe-certified for the last four years.
For more information on the group’s commitment

Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo  

“Green Attitude” is one of the strengths of the Hotel Métropole, an establishment which is environmentally friendly and keen to reduce its impact in order to preserve biodiversity.
The Métropole Monte-Carlo holds the Green Key and TripAdvisor Ecoleader certifications, and signed the Energy Transition Charter in March 2018.
The hotel’s restaurants have been certified by Mr Goodfish and are committed to serving only sustainable seafood. They also combat food waste by offering a tailored version of the Petite Boite Monégasque.
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Hôtel Monte-Carlo Beach  

Having obtained Green Globe certification in 2014, the hotel was then awarded the prestigious Green Globe Gold Standard accolade in 2018, in recognition of its daily efforts to manage its energy and water resources more carefully, offer healthier, more environmentally friendly food, and take action to raise awareness and partner with charities on joint projects.
For example, the hotel is committed to energy conservation and now offsets its electricity consumption by purchasing the equivalent amount of renewable energy. In terms of clean transport, the Monte-Carlo Beach has its own fleet of electric vehicles and a private electric bike station.
The Monte-Carlo Beach is home to Elsa, a gastronomic restaurant where Chef Mélanie Serre’s "cooking from the heart" is all about the highest quality produce, harmony of flavours and colours, generous yet understated. 
The Monte-Carlo Beach has signed up to the National Energy Transition Pact and the Responsible Restaurant scheme for its restaurants  Le Deck and Elsa.
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Hôtel Fairmont Monte Carlo 

As a signatory to the National Energy Transition Pact, the Fairmont Monte-Carlo works on a daily basis to conserve resources, optimise energy management (the hotel has four heat pumps which generate energy and supply the hotel with air conditioning and heating), minimise water consumption and boost recycling.
The Hotel Fairmont Monte-Carlo has also signed up to the Prince Albert II Foundation’s Wood Charter.

 

Méridien Beach Plaza  

The Méridien Beach Plaza is Green Key-certified and has signed the National Energy Transition Pact. The hotel is also an EcoPartner on TripAdvisor.

Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort  

Like the Monte-Carlo Beach, the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel and Resort obtained Green Globe Gold Standard certification in 2018, having been Green Globe-certified since 2014.
The hotel has succeeded in reducing its energy expenditure by 30% in just eight years and continues to pursue its environmental commitment by marrying quality of service, competitiveness and energy management. The Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel and Resort is equipped with a Smart + box which measures its energy consumption, and solar panels were installed in April 2019. At the start of May, the hotel also launched the Principality's first electric vehicle super-charger in partnership with power company SMEG. With a capacity of 160kW, it can recharge a vehicle battery in just 15 minutes.
Sustainable development is also part of the approach in the hotel’s kitchens thanks to Chef Marcel Ravin, who uses fruit and vegetables from the hotel’s 400 m2 organic kitchen garden managed by Terrae.
A charter has also been drawn up with Mr Goodfish to ensure that maritime resources are treated with respect, using a list of all the recommended species for each season.
The Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel and Resort has signed the National Energy Transition Pact and is a TripAdvisor Ecoleader.
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Hôtel Columbus 

Sustainable development is a key concern for the hotel.
A signatory to the National Energy Transition Pact, the Hotel Columbus has also been an Ecowatt PACA ambassador since 2012, as part of which it is committed to reducing its energy consumption in the event of an alert during periods of high electricity usage.
The hotel is linked up to the SEAWERGIE network, a heating and cooling generation plant connected both to the waste treatment plant and to an underground seawater pumping station built into the Fontvieille sea wall.
The Hotel Columbus is listed on the WAYAJ site, the first app designed to help travellers find and book hotels which have developed an environmental policy. It is also a TripAdvisor Ecoleader.
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Hôtel Novotel Monte-Carlo  

The Novotel Monte-Carlo was awarded "Green Key" certification in 2024, in recognition of its commitment to sustainable tourism. The hotel has adopted a sustainable approach in its tourism and restaurant operations,  by introducing several new measures including an environmental policy, sustainable waste management, energy and water savings, use of sustainable products (especially food and cleaning products), and actively raising awareness among both guests and staff. 
By choosing a Green Key certified hotel in the Novotel Monte-Carlo, you are guaranteed a healthier, more natural environment without compromising on comfort and enjoyment. This initiative encourages travellers to do their bit to promote more sustainable, environmentally-friendly holidays.
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