Those looking to visit Canda to enjoy the True North’s natural wonderland can help keep it that way by staying at one of the eco-friendly hotels throughout the country. Those staying in bustling Toronto can watch boats sailing by on pristine Lake Ontario with peace of mind, knowing that hotels have low-flow bathroom amenities to help reduce the impact on such a beautiful landmark. Travellers seeking accommodation in the green capital of beautiful BC, Vancouver, can enjoy the city’s stunning coastline knowing that hotels are actively involved in pursuing green options, including growing gardens to serve healthier options in their restaurants. Please refer to the following list of green hotels in Canada before arriving to indulge in its beautiful natural scenery, which can be enjoyed from the stunning west coast of BC all the way to the east coast’s maritime provinces.
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 April 08, 2024.
1. The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto (from USD 382)
Visitors staying at this truly luxurious hotel located on the pristine Lake Ontario will experience the highest level of quality accommodations accompanied by green initiatives to make their stay extremely memorable. While looking out of the panoramic windows in the bedroom decorated with dark wood furnishings, guests can relax knowing that the bulbs used are all energy-efficient throughout the suite. Enjoy the bathroom with its unique marble and iridescent tile walls along with low flush toilets, faucets, and the low flow dual showerhead. After getting some work done on the velvet couch, make certain to put any paper in the blue recycling boxes. Prior to taking a walk along the waterfront to watch the sailboats cruise across Lake Ontario, please adhere to the posted signage to turn off the energy-efficient lights and TV in your luxurious suite.
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Address: 1 Harbour Square
22.83 km (14.2 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
2. The Westin Grand, Vancouver (from USD 294)
Vancouver, one of the greenest cities in the world, is home to this luxurious eco-friendly hotel where staff have regular meetings to discuss how to improve operations, and how to promote eco-friendliness and sustainability throughout the property. Enjoy a swim in the rooftop pool knowing that every drop of water has gone through the saltwater extraction system without using a single chemical. Before leaving your spacious room to lunch at French restaurant Le Crocodile and shop at Pacific Centre, turn off all lights via the master switch to reserve energy. After spending time at the beautiful English Bay on a beach mat surrounded by Canadian geese, be sure to stop by the rooftop patio for a cocktail on the cushy lounge furniture.
Hilton Vancouver Downtown, BC, Canada
Address: 433 Robson Street
3336.92 km (2073.5 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
3. Element Vaughan Southwest (from USD 149)
Charge up your rental car at the hotel’s electric car charging station before heading out to spend a day riding the wild and crazy waterslides at Wild Kingdom Waterpark. Enjoy slipping under your sheets in the green decor of the suite, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows, recycled tire flooring, and soy-based amenities. Indulge in a reinvigorating shower under the rainfall showerhead after spending a full day in the chilly Canadian spring weather at Canada’s Wonderland amusement park. After swimming in the indoor saltwater pool, take time to enjoy the complimentary evening reception before returning to your suite to prepare a meal using the energy-efficient appliances in the gourmet kitchen.
Element Vaughan Southwest
Address: 6170 Highway 7
3.72 km (2.4 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
4. Hotel du Vieux Quebec (from USD 201)
Reasonably priced for the quality and location.
Comfortable rooms, lounge with coffee, spacious and well-equipped rooms, friendly and helpful staff.
Prime location in Old Quebec City, walking distance to attractions, restaurants, and bars.
Delicious breakfast hamper, exceptional croissants, great restaurant attached, coffee available all day, and nearby cafes.
While staying at this charming hotel located within the fortified walls of Quebec City’s Latin Quarter, guests will enjoy showering in bathrooms with water-saving devices without having to perform a balancing act, since refillable fixed containers are filled with shampoo, soap, and conditioner. During the evening, enjoy the warmth enveloping you by means of natural biogas before falling asleep in your exposed stone-walled room. Before heading to explore historic Chateau Frontenac, be sure to stop by one of the local patisseries for a delicious fruit tart. Enjoy strolling along the cobblestone-lined streets of Old Quebec before returning to the lobby to warm up by the fireplace prior to dining at Le Tournebroche.
Hotel du Vieux Quebec
Address: 1190 Rue Saint-Jean
741.58 km (460.8 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
5. Delta Hotels by Marriott Montreal (from USD 212)
Hike through Mont-Royal to admire the fall foliage while taking in stunning views of the city, before heading back to the hotel to soak in the indoor saltwater pool at the spa. Rest assured that this accommodation focuses on water and energy conservation without sacrificing your comfort. Enjoy using the spacious SmartDesks outfitted with numerous connectivity docks as you type away on your laptop before heading out to see the art scene on Sherbrooke Street. Drop the kids off at the activity centre for the evening while you spend time being absorbed in JazzFest live performances that occurs every June. Indulge in a delicious meal while dining at the laid-back Le Cordial Resto-Bar.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Montreal
Address: 475 avenue President Kennedy
517.84 km (321.8 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
6. Elementary Calgary Airport (from USD 106)
Before visiting Calgary Zoo, prepare a quick breakfast using the Energy Star appliances in your suite’s kitchenette. While you enjoy the crisp, white cotton bedding, rest assured that as you sleep your electric car will be ready to go for your business meeting or your next adventure after being charged at the hotel’s charging station. After a busy day, take time to either indulge in a relaxing shower under the rainfall showerhead or in the saline pool at the on-site spa. Before checking out, be sure that all glass, paper, and plastic refuse have been properly distributed in the blue recycling bins in your suite.
Element Calgary Airport
Address: 2855 Sunridge Way Northeast
2684.25 km (1668.0 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
7. InterContinental Montreal (from USD 261)
When the hotel was bought in 2007 by Pandox, it went through a complete overhaul to make 357 rooms, the lobby, and the conference room eco-friendly. While dining on the impressive rooftop, know that Chef Matthieu Saunier not only creates delicious cuisine but also oversees the large rooftop garden comprised of 50 boxes filled with select vegetables and herbs. After indulging in an incredibly sumptuous meal produced with the finest organic produce at the on-site brasserie, stroll over to nearby Old Montreal to walk along the St. Lawrence waterfront. After returning from the Bell Centre after a Canadiens hockey game via Montreal’s underground tunnel system, relax on a luxurious, white leather couch before tucking in for the night.
InterContinental Montreal, an IHG Hotel
Address: 360 Saint-Antoine Street Ouest
518.48 km (322.2 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
8. Banff Aspen Lodge (from USD 131)
After lathering up to shower with soap created from 100% vegetable base and drying off with a towel using 20% recycled material, enjoy a breakfast downstairs. Greet the deer that have wandered onto the property before driving to check out the beautiful, turquoise waters of Maligne Lake for a boat cruise. After spending time hiking the summit at Jasper’s SkyTram outpost, make certain to take advantage of the complimentary beverage offer at Whitebark Cafe. Dispose of your recyclables in one of the property’s receptacles before leaving for a relaxing afternoon at Miette Hot Springs to take in amazing views of the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Banff Aspen Lodge
Address: 401 Banff Avenue Box 1017
2794.33 km (1736.4 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
9. Prince of Wales Hotel (from USD 190)
High prices for the view, additional charges for parking
Historic charm, outdoor balcony, live music, tea service, historical talks
Spectacular views of the lake and mountains, close proximity to town, iconic historic building
Excellent dining options, high tea, good breakfast, limited menu choices, slow service at times
As you look out over the pristine Lake Waterton from your balcony, rest assured that management has implemented environmentally conscious measures to help preserve this lovely area’s natural beauty for generations to come. While staying in your charming Victorian suite with brocade wallpaper, be comforted knowing that the room is fitted with energy-efficient lighting and water-conserving fixtures in the bathroom. While dining at the charming on-site restaurant, guests can enjoy meals created with delicious organic ingredients. This historic Edwardian-style property helps the economy and environment by hiring a local company to dispose of food waste produced by guests and staff.
Prince of Wales Hotel
Address: Waterton Lake National Park, Waterton Park
2669.94 km (1659.1 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Other eco-friendly property
10. Trout Point Lodge of Nova Scotia (from USD 316)
Escape from everything as there is no mobile service, just lots of beautiful natural scenery to enjoy a secluded getaway at this solar-powered property. This accommodation has received many accolades for its green practices, including a waste treatment facility, energy and water-saving practices and more. Enjoy stargazing from your private, cedar wood-fired hot tub after spending a day wandering through the Acadian Forest trails. Visitors staying in this spacious rustic log cabin will enjoy luxurious bathrooms with granite countertops and a tiled soaker tub after exploring the surrounding wilderness. After kayaking along Napier River, indulge in a delicious dinner of local seafood accompanied by greens grown at the on-site garden.
Trout Point Lodge of Nova Scotia
Address: 189 Trout Point Rd.
1111.81 km (690.9 mi) from BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Indulge in Canada's natural heritage
Visitors walking across the Bay of Fundy in New Brunswick, crossing the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island to admire the Atlantic, or whale-watching in beautiful Vancouver can be assured that nature’s beauty is being preserved by green initiatives. Those staying in bustling Toronto will find themselves within driving distance to the majestic Niagara Falls, the pristine Great Lakes, and Quebec’s Laurentian Mountains for recreational enjoyment. While enjoying the country’s scenic environment and its wilderness, know that visitors can help preserve the great outdoors by choosing green hotels to help in maintaining these well-loved areas for others to admire for years to come.
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