Vegan Hotels around the World

Vegan or vegan-friendly is a lifestyle that a growing population of people around the world are choosing to switch to. The vegan lifestyle is based on the principles of animal welfare, environmental protection, and the use of sustainable resources. A vegan diet, for example, is purely plant-based. Now, there are many restaurants that specialize in only serving vegan dishes. Another aspect of the vegan lifestyle is avoiding furnishings and amenities that are made from animal products or use animal testing in their development. 

Therefore, a vegan-friendly hotel is one that offers either a variety of vegan options or is exclusively vegan. Here are some key aspects of a vegan-friendly hotel: 

• Vegan dishes, exclusively plant-based foods.
• No animal products in the furnishing and decor of rooms, e.g., no down pillows, leather, or wool products.
• Cruelty-free and vegan cosmetic products or toiletries in the bathrooms.
• Sustainability and environmental protection concepts that align with a vegan lifestyle.
• Sometimes events and activities that promote or focus on the vegan lifestyle, e.g., vegan cooking classes, buffets, or awareness events.

Vegan hotels, also known as vegan bio hotels, are an emerging trend in the hospitality industry. These unique getaways and resorts offer a variety of vegan and organic menu options along with cruelty-free or vegan amenities. Some of these hotels focus more on their vegan menu, whereas others have more to offer in their amenities and sustainability efforts; some are even 100% vegan! 

There are many vegan-friendly hotels you can visit while traveling in the United States or Europe. Let’s take a look at 5 of the most vegan-friendly resorts in the US and explore 5 of Europe’s most vegan-friendly hotels.

While there is a wealth of vegan restaurants and vegan amenities available across the United States, 100% vegan hotels are a relatively new concept in this country. Here are some of the best vegan-friendly hotels in the US:

• Stanford Inn by the Sea (Mendocino, California)

Stanford Inn by the Sea is one of America’s first and only 100% vegan resorts. This eco-friendly hotel is situated on a farm on the Northern California coast, has access to the Big River, and is in close proximity to the Mendocino Bay. The hotel is pet-friendly, offers eco-conscious amenities, and has a cozy log cabin vibe that creates a comfortable and peaceful environment. The organic gardens, farm animals, and forested surroundings, and recreational activities provide an opportunity to get closer to nature. 

• St. Julien Hotel & Spa (Boulder, Colorado)

Although it’s not fully vegan, this luxury hotel located in the city of Boulder, Colorado with a view of the iconic Flatiron Mountains offers an assortment of vegan options, including cruelty-free and eco-friendly amenities and several vegan foods and drinks. The hotel’s restaurant, Jill’s Restaurant & Bistro, is a popular spot for their vegan menu options. The restaurant also hosts regular vegan buffets and other plant-based events. 

• 1 Hotel South Beach (Miami, Florida)

Overlooking paradise, 1 Hotel South Beach harmonizes luxury and eco-consciousness. This oceanfront getaway is LEED certified and runs on sustainable energy sources. In addition to its sustainable energy and water preservation efforts, the hotel also offers several vegan options, including cruelty-free amenities and an extensive vegan menu. Furthermore, 1 Hotel South Beach is a family and dog-friendly resort. 

• Stanford Court Hotel (San Francisco, California)

Stanford Court Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of San Francisco and offers eco-conscious or vegan amenities in addition to their premium guest services. The location is also within walking distance of several of San Francisco’s best plant-based restaurants. 

• Archer Hotel (Manhattan, New York City)

The Archer Hotel in midtown New York is LEED certified and offers several complimentary vegan amenities and vegan menu options, in addition to other optional amenities and services, including vegan turn down service, upon request. This boutique hotel embodies the image of New York City with a balance of class, elegance, and contemporary styles. It is also just a 10-minute walk from the Empire State Building. 

With Europe spearheading the vegan initiative, vegan travelers have many vegan-friendly hotels to choose from. Some of these places are 100% vegan, while others offer a variety of vegan foods, drinks, and amenities. Here are 5 of Europe’s finest vegan hotels: 

• Beck Hall – Malham, Skipton, UK

In the center of the Yorkshire Dales you’ll find England’s first 100% Plant-based hotel, Beck Hall. Beck Hall is a boutique hotel nestled in the English countryside, near the Malham National Park Visitor Center. The hotel offers a fully vegan menu and vegan, cruelty-free amenities. Beck Hall was first built in 1705 and still retains a unique historic charm. The hotel is also dog-friendly and is within just a few miles of several impressive natural wonders. 

• LIBERTINE LINDENBERG – Frankfurt am Main

In Frankfurt am Main, you’ll find the designer hotel LIBERTINE LINDENBERG with its purely vegan menu. Furthermore, this hotel is an environmentally friendly and low-waste hotel that adheres to strict sustainability criteria. Not to mention, this modern hotel is also GreenSign certified. All products are produced regionally and fairly. 

• Plantonia Aparthotel – Kraków, Poland

The Plantonia Aparthotel in Kraków, Poland follows a climate friendly and sustainable concept. The furnishings are vegan, locally made from recycled materials. Likewise, the cosmetic products are also vegan, sustainable, and recyclable. 

• Bio-Hotel Rose – Baden-Württemberg

The nature focused Bio Hotel Rose in Hayingen, Germany offers its guests a robust organic breakfast buffet with regional and vegan creations. It focuses on certified organic natural cosmetic products and places particular emphasis on sustainability and environmental awareness. This applies not only to the cuisine and care products, but also to the facilities and service in the hotel.

• GOJI Vegan Hotel – Rhodes, Greece

The family-run GOJI VEGAN HOTEL was opened in 2023 and is the first vegan hotel in Rhodes. It’s not only vegan, but also plants a tree for each reservation. The family is passionately vegan, which is seen not only in the exclusively vegan menu, but also its minimalistic Design. The vision is to create a place where vegan travelers from all over the world can combine vacations, lifestyle, and sustainability.