California’s “green” lifestyle and sustainability sensibilities are no longer just a passing fad but an everyday necessity. With record drought in recent years and the threat of climate change a genuine reality, California is zealous about treating the planet in a kinder and gentler fashion. But this doesn’t mean gratifying hotel hospitality and eco-consciousness can’t co-exist. If your concern for the environment doesn’t end after you pack your bags and leave for your next destination, we know just what you need for an accommodation. Stay for the night in one of the secluded hotels in California to slip away from noise pollution. For lodging in retreats that have significantly lesser environmental impacts, take cover in the tiny houses for rent in California. But if you want traditional stays, scroll down to learn more about the incredible eco hotels in California, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and the property's commitment towards eco-conscious practices. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 22, 2024.
1. Orchard Garden Hotel (from USD 189)
San Francisco’s first hotel to earn a “green” certification, Orchard Garden Hotel is a top seller boasting simplistic yet stylish rooms that are furnished with an efficient key-card energy control system. Committed to mothering the Earth, Orchard Garden Hotel offers such eco-friendly features as low-flow toilets and water faucets, handy in-room recycling bins, and fresh-smelling organic citrus-based cleaning products. Every light on the premises is either halogen, compact fluorescent, or LED fitted. Situated alongside Chinatown, this hotel is in a prime locale and has a wonderful rooftop garden and patio where guests can unwind.
Orchard Garden Hotel
Address: 466 Bush Street
1.95 km (1.3 mi) from Oracle Park
2. Hotel Triton (from USD 159)
Reasonable pricing for a central location in San Francisco, with complimentary happy hour and breakfast.
Artistic lobby, free happy hour, filtered water dispenser, and comfortable beds.
Conveniently located next to Chinatown, Union Square, and public transportation.
Complimentary continental breakfast, but limited seating and protein options.
San Francisco’s Hotel Triton is a whimsical boutique hotel located across the street from the Chinatown entrance gate and just moments from tasty eateries and Union Square shopping. This entire hotel is equipped with energy-efficient lighting and motion sensors wherever possible.
Earth-conscious guests are happy to know that an extensive recycling program helps Hotel Triton recycle 60% of its waste. Even the coffee served at this comfy and ultra-modern hotel has been replaced with local, organic fair-trade java. If you’re an advocate of nature, this hotel in California is a fitting retreat.
Hotel Triton
Address: 342 Grant Avenue
1.94 km (1.3 mi) from Oracle Park
3. Shore Hotel (from USD 469)
A best-seller in Santa Monica, Shore Hotel is a LEED-certified accommodation that provides a laidback oceanside vibe with a serious eco-conscious attitude. The eco-friendly highlight of this lodging is the sophisticated lighting and temperature controls that adjust automatically as you leave and enter your room. The decor is sourced from sustainable elements, an elevator pulley system is used in place of a conventional elevator to save 75% more energy, the refreshing pool is heated with solar panels, and if you arrive in a hybrid vehicle, there are convenient electric-car charging stations.
Shore Hotel
Address: 1515 Ocean Avenue
546.12 km (339.4 mi) from Oracle Park
4. The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles L.A. Live (from USD 638)
The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles L.A. Live treats guests like royalty, from soothing massages, body treatments, and facials to excellent attentive service at the inviting poolside bar. And there’s no need to feel guilty about all this pampered attention because this first-rate hotel offers an eco-friendly environment that makes extensive use of sustainable and durable materials. The plush rooms in this luxury eco hotel in California are kitted with large energy-efficient windows, polished water-saving fixtures, recycling programs, and nifty alternative transportation options. There’s even an employee rideshare program to cut down the number of auto emissions.
The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles
Address: 900 W. Olympic Blvd
556.75 km (346.0 mi) from Oracle Park
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5. Argonaut Hotel, a Noble House Hotel (from USD 259)
Possessing rooms with a charming maritime theme, Argonaut Hotel, a Noble House Hotel, is a real gem. Striking color schemes and cushy beds comprise every unit of this certified eco-friendly hotel. This hotel’s equipped with a water-saving system that includes efficient low-flow water valves, mindful recycling, cleaning solutions that are easy on the environment, and more. Longer-lasting LED light bulbs to reliable motion-sensor control panels can be found in guest rooms and everywhere else on the premises. Located in close proximity to Fisherman’s Wharf, this hotel is in a premier spot with fantastic views across the expansive San Francisco Bay.
Argonaut Hotel, a Noble House Hotel
Address: 495 Jefferson Street
4.23 km (2.7 mi) from Oracle Park
6. Harbor Court Hotel (from USD 249)
Reasonable pricing for a prime location near Embarcadero and Ferry Building.
Complimentary wine hour, bike rentals, and access to YMCA lap pool.
Conveniently situated near Chase Center and popular attractions, with easy access to transportation.
Limited but complimentary breakfast, with nearby dining options.
Offering panoramic postcard-worthy views of San Francisco Bay, Harbor Court Hotel is a waterfront accommodation dedicated to providing an eco-friendly yet deluxe stay. Residing in a historic building from the 1920s, Harbor Court Hotel has undergone a remodeling and offers compact nicely furnished rooms equipped with a large flat-screen TV, stellar iHome sound system, luxurious bath products, and even a handy yoga mat. Bike hire is available so you can tour the area in an earth-friendly way, organic snacks are supplied at in-room honor bars, and digital directories assist with preserving a “green” environment.
Harbor Court Hotel
Address: 165 Steuart Street
1.58 km (1.0 mi) from Oracle Park
7. H2hotel (from USD 309)
Boasting a fabulous urban-chic ambiance, H2hotel is the quintessential high-performance “green” hotel. This LEED-certified hotel is equipped with a sound and absolutely unique environmentally conscious design. The curved grass-covered roof efficiently filters rainwater and the lively bar and restaurant serve locally sourced food. Hotel guests even have access to bikes so they can explore Healdsburg in an eco-friendly way. The delightful pool is heated by rooftop solar panels. All rooms have attractive sustainable bamboo flooring, colorful chemical-free rugs, and soft organically made bathrobes.
H2hotel
Address: 219 Healdsburg Avenue
101.47 km (63.1 mi) from Oracle Park
8. The Bristol Hotel (from USD 219)
Situated alongside the popular Gaslamp Quarter, The Bristol Hotel is at the center of the action in downtown San Diego. This eco hotel boasts comfy rooms decked out in a minimalist yet eclectic decor with splashes of vibrant color. “Green” features include efficient in-room service tablets and custom sweet-smelling bath luxuries. In addition, The Bristol Hotel is a participant in the Clean the World initiative that works with hotels to collect soap bars, shampoos, and other bath products which are then redistributed to homeless shelters in the United States and distressed countries throughout the globe.
The Bristol Hotel San Diego
Address: 1055 First Avenue
735.95 km (457.3 mi) from Oracle Park
9. King George (from USD 89)
Offering fabulous rooms with European-inspired decor, the eco-friendly boutique-style King George is a true dazzler near Union Square. King George’s green initiatives include a committed effort to recycling, energy-efficient items from air-conditioners to computers, and soothing sustainable toiletries. This property is enhanced by beautiful “green” landscaping. This fanciful hotel is also part of the Clean the World initiative and all of King George’s proceeds collected on Earth Day are donated to Giving Back - one of the leading environmental conservation groups in the United States.
King George
Address: 334 Mason Street
2.02 km (1.3 mi) from Oracle Park
10. Ambrose Hotel (from USD 449)
Reasonable pricing, with complimentary amenities like free wine and beer during happy hour, and a complimentary Tesla shuttle service within a 3-mile radius.
Well-equipped gym, spacious and clean rooms, complimentary bicycle rentals, and a cozy European feel with a beautiful courtyard and indoor/outdoor seating areas.
Conveniently situated in a quiet, residential area, close to restaurants and a lovely coffee shop, with easy access to Santa Monica attractions and a short Uber ride to the Pier.
Delicious breakfast at the nearby Tartine bakery, complimentary hot drinks, and a happy hour with free local wine and beer, although a full restaurant for evening meals is not available.
Just moments from the beach, Ambrose Hotel is a charming boutique-style hotel in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. It is beautifully landscaped with drought-tolerant native plants, making guests feel like they’re entering an eco resort in California. An award-winning “green” establishment, it is deeply involved in sustainable environmental practices.
Guests can enjoy cozy rooms furnished with fragrant natural toiletries, water-saving faucets, and low-flow toilets. Start your day with a delectable organic continental breakfast and take advantage of easy access to hybrid car rentals to explore many tourist hot spots.
Ambrose Hotel
Address: 1255 20th Street
545.38 km (338.9 mi) from Oracle Park
California's fantastic eco hotels
California has some of the top eco-friendly hotels in the world. Boasting solar-powered electricity and structural elements made from natural materials, you’ll definitely find accommodation where you can lodge responsibly. A stay at one of these Booking.com eco hotels ensures you reduce your carbon footprint while still enjoying a superb experience.
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