Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Afantou

Central to Mitsis Petit Palais Beach Hotel’s ethos is sustainable development, striving to reduce the environmental footprint across all its properties and safeguarding the biodiversity of its destinations. To this end, the group sets stringent targets to minimize energy, water, and waste consumption. On top of this, a range of environmental initiatives are in place, such as beach cleanings and tree plantings, with the active participation of employees and guests. The hotel’s Greek-themed restaurants serve dishes with zero carbon footprints, prepared with organic ingredients sourced from local producers, ensuring zero waste. The hotel also collaborates with WWF Greece on the 'Adopt a Beach' and 'Hotel Kitchen' programmes, which focus on protecting coastal areas and reducing food waste.

Recognized for its continued sustainability efforts, the Mitsis Petit Palais Beach Hotel holds several prestigious certifications, including Bike Friendly, Blue Flag, Green Key, ISO 14001, ISO 2200, and Travelife Gold. It also earned the distinction of being among the 'Most Sustainable Companies in Greece' in 2022. The hotel group’s commitment to transparency shines through in its annual CSR Report, documenting the group’s contributions to social and environmental causes.

Lindos Royal Resort, a member of the Lindos Hotel Group, is committed to sustainability at its core, demonstrating an acute awareness of the impact hotel operations can have on local and regional environments. Integrated into every level of its operations and across all properties, the resort is dedicated to preserving Rhodes' vibrancy and resilience for future generations. Lindos Royal Resort adheres to 'best practices' for Sustainable Hotel Design, a policy encompassing new developments and refurbishments alike. Annually, the property undergoes rigorous evaluation and verification by independent third-party auditors, ensuring continual improvement in sustainable operations.

The resort has adopted a comprehensive environmental management system, devised with the help of external environmental experts and implemented across all Lindos Hotel Group properties. Designated environmental teams at each location monitor, review, and update these efforts, and ensure staff-wide communication and compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Each resort has a strong commitment to practices such as water resource management, efficient energy management, waste management and recycling, as well as fostering a safe, inclusive work environment for staff. This commitment extends to social responsibility, with a focus on open communication with local businesses to forge mutually beneficial relationships and preserve local traditions. Quality policy is also paramount, with the aim to elevate hospitality services to meet client expectations at the highest standard, while respecting the cultural and natural environment of the locale. This dedication to responsible, sustainable business practices ultimately benefits not just the environment, but also the communities in which the hotels are located.

Lindian Myth Sea View Studios & Family Apartments in Lindos, Rhodes, operates in harmony with nature. A set of thoughtful policies guides its pursuit to lessen its environmental footprint while offering its guests a comfortable, eco-conscious haven. The cornerstone of these practices includes energy conservation. Lindian Myth takes advantage of modern, energy-efficient appliances and LED lighting, ensuring minimal power consumption. To further conserve energy, an innovative electric card system is employed, interrupting the power supply when guests are not in the apartment, thus eliminating unnecessary power usage.

Water conservation also takes precedence, with low-flow toilets and showerheads installed throughout the property. Guests are encouraged to participate in conservation efforts by reusing towels and linens. In terms of waste management, a robust recycling program is in place, and single-use plastics are replaced with sustainable alternatives whenever possible. Community engagement forms an integral part of the policy, with the property promoting sustainable practices and supporting local environmental initiatives. The journey towards sustainability is viewed as an ongoing process at Lindian Myth, with continuous reviews of policies and practices, ensuring improvement and adaptation where necessary. Through the implementation of these measures, Lindian Myth makes an earnest contribution to a healthier, more sustainable future.