{"id":32144,"date":"2019-01-31T08:00:56","date_gmt":"2019-01-31T16:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=32144"},"modified":"2025-08-27T06:11:38","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T13:11:38","slug":"best-luxury-eco-hotels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/best-luxury-eco-hotels\/","title":{"rendered":"20 OF THE WORLD’S BEST LUXURY ECO HOTELS"},"content":{"rendered":"

The hotel business is inherently not<\/em> eco-friendly, but there are hotels all over the world striving to lessen their carbon footprint and operate sustainably.<\/p>\n

The 5-star hotels listed below all incorporate sustainable practices into their operations and are working to conserve resources, recycle waste materials, and offer guests a greener way to enjoy a luxury vacation.<\/p>\n

Please note that no hotel is 100% eco-friendly, and just because a hotel is listed here does not mean that every aspect of the hotel is sustainable. This is a list of 20 of the world’s best luxury eco hotels<\/strong> that have implemented meaningful green practices without compromising on luxury.<\/p>\n

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1) Mumbo Island, Malawi<\/h3>\n
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Although is was named one of Sunday Times\u2019 Top 100 Places to Stay in 2017, Mumbo Island could still be the most underrated eco hotel in the world.<\/p>\n

Located on the expansive waters of Lake Malawi National Park (an UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mumbo Island<\/a> is a rustic luxury private island hotel that allows you to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with nature and yourself.<\/p>\n

It is a place that makes you realize that the best things in life are the simplest – beautiful surroundings, delicious food, and wonderful people. There is no electricity, no cell phone service, and no Wi-Fi, forcing guests to undergo a much-needed digital detox. There is also no running water, but your hot shower will be brought to your lake view bungalow by bucket.<\/p>\n

During our Malawi Safari & Impact Trip<\/a> we spend two blissful days and nights on Mumbo Island. If you’d like to join our upcoming Malawi 2026 trip, you can apply here<\/a>! Highlights include hiking, kayaking, swimming, and a sunset cocktail hour on the crystal blue waters of Lake Malawi .<\/p>\n