We Are A Green Hotel

• We have replaced most of our grass with xeriscaping (drought resistant and low water-needs landscaping). In addition to the reduction in water use, lawnmowers are rarely needed, so air and noise pollution are reduced.
• Carpet has been replaced by tile in all our common areas. So vaccuuming (electrical energy) has now been replaced with sweeping and mopping (free exercise!).
• All rooms have water conservation cards, offering our guests the option of re-using their towels instead of receiving fresh towels daily.
• The pool is opened seasonally, from April to October, both for energy and water conservation.
• All rooms are non-smoking, reducing cleaning product use and improving air quality.
• Flourescent and compact flourescent light bulbs are used throughout the hotel.
• Low flow (though still excellent pressure) shower heads and sink aerators installed.
• Guests use real plates and silverware for our full hot breakfast buffet rather than disposable items.
• Air filters in HVAC units are replaced regularly.
• Information on public transportation and dining within walking distance provided.
• We provide shuttling - it's carpooling, but you never have to drive!
• A minimum of "single serve" items, which are used to control portions, are available for breakfast. Cottage cheese, milk, yogurt, fruit, and more are all self serve - the guest controls the portions and the waste from single serve packaging is eliminated.
• Pourers for sugar and cream are used for our 24 hour coffee bar.
• Drapes are closed when a room is cleaned.
• Only one entryway light (flourescent) is left on in each room (for guest safety when entering).  

Ways we recycle:

• Beginning October 2008: Recycle bins located throughout the hotel.
• We donate fixtures when we remodel and update. Nothing ever goes to a landfill.