Sustainable Management

Water Quality & Saving

• Flow regulators and other water saving devices reduce water consumption.
• The towels and bed linen are changed upon our guests' request.
• Treated waste water is used for the irrigation of the garden.
• An automatic irrigation system with timing devices delivers water to plants below soil level.
• On a regular basis pool, sea, treated waste & drinking water is analyzed in a certified laboratory.
• We will gradually replace high flush toilets with two flush option toilets (low and medium flush).
• Cleaning agents and other chemical substances are chosen according environmental friendly standards and correct use and safe disposal is ensured.
• In the kitchens, fat is collected separate.

Energy Saving

• Energy efficient lighting is installed in all the external areas of the hotel and at least 60% of the internal areas.
• Solar power is responsible for heating 80% of the water during the summer months.
• Automatic devices are present in all the guest rooms to switch off the air-conditioning when windows/doors are opened.
• When the room is vacated, a key card system switches off the electricity (refrigerators are excluded).
• Regular maintenance checks are being carried out to timely detect leaks and faults.
• Hot water pipe insulation and mix-taps ensure that water is delivered at the required temperatures.

Waste Management

Liquid waste:

• All the liquid waste is treated in the hotel's private waste water treatment plant.

Solid Waste management by Reduce/Reuse:

• Returnable glass bottles for water & soft drinks.
• Returnable glass bottles and barrels for beer./li>
• Discontinuation of the use of aluminium drink cans as well as plastic cocktail accessories in all the F&B departments.
• Bulk purchasing of products - gradual reduction of single use packaging (e.g. breakfast, food, plastic utensils, etc.).
• Fresh fruit and vegetables are bought in returnable crates or sacks.
• Disposable plastic glasses, cups & plates have been replaced with reusable polycarbonate ones.
• Concentrated cleaning agents in recyclable containers of less plastic and recycled paper.
• Gradual removal of plastic refuse bags of all bedroom bins.

Solid Waste minimization by Recycling:

• Electronic/electrical equipment and energy saving bulbs recycling in cooperation with local municipality.
• Used cooking oils are being recycled in cooperation with a certified local company.
• Toner and cartridges are being recycled in cooperation with a certified local company.
• Small and large size batteries as well as tires and lubricants recycled in cooperation with the corresponding national collectible management system.