Massachusetts - Green Lodgings

“Green hotel” and “green-certified hotel” are becoming familiar terms for travelers as hotels and lodgings from the smallest bed and breakfast or country inn to the largest urban hotel or motel jump onto the environmental bandwagon. In general, green certification means that hotels, motels, and other lodgings have begun using environmental conservation practices to achieve standards that various state or federal programs require for certification – a sort of Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval for environmentalism. Practices can range from linen reuse programs, in which guests can opt to reuse towels and linens rather than have them laundered daily, to use of energy-efficient appliances, florescent lighting, alternate fuels, low-flow plumbing fixtures, and non-toxic cleaners. The growing trend is being driven in large part by the demands of environmentally friendly guests and competition among lodgings to woo these guests.

In Massachusetts, the state is contemplating establishing a state-operated green hotel certification process, but at present it helps lodgings’ owners work with three national programs: EPA Energy Star, Green Seal, and LEED (which is oriented more toward new construction). Massachusetts hotels and Boston hotels now include 20 lodgings certified by the EPA Energy Star program.

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
37 Corey Road
Route 43
Hancock, MA  01237
Phone: 413-738-5500
Toll-Free: 800-882-8859
Fax: 413-738-5729

The only mountain resort in North America to generate its own energy using alternative wind power

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Jiminy Peak strongly believes in preserving the Earth for future generations. We are showing our commitment by being the first Mountain Resort in North America to install a wind turbine in order to generate clean, natural energy. Together we can shape a sustainable community for the future. Every Country Inn suite at the Resort includes a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a living room with a brand new queen-size sleep sofa with memory foam, and a fully equipped kitchenette. We are open year-round, and invite you to sample each of the seasons of Massachusetts here with us.

Back Bay Hotel
350 Stuart Street
Boston, MA  02116
Phone: 617-266-7200
Toll-Free: 877-587-9774
Fax: 617-532-3897

Boston is the USA’s most walkable city

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Located at the former Boston Police Headquarters in the heart of the Back Bay area, THE BACK BAY HOTEL offers something unique for vacationers and business travelers who seek a distinctive location and at the same time, are conscious about doing their part for the environment. Accepted as an ENERGY STAR HOTEL in 2006, THE BACK BAY HOTEL has put in place programs for water and energy conservation, waste management and reduction, procurement and local purchasing, educating and training our team members, the installation of several chemical neutral systems and in 2008, offsetting 100% of our energy use with the purchase of renewable energy credits.

Boston Marriott Burlington
One Burlington Mall Road
Burlington, MA  01803
Phone: 781-229-6565
Fax: 781-229-7973

A Leader in Green Lodging

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Located in the suburbs of Boston, the Boston Marriott hotel in Burlington provides the ideal location for a trip to New England and comfortable lodging that you can feel good about. This ENERGY STAR certified property uses only post-consumer paper, water-saving shower heads and toilets, motion sensor and timed light switches, and an on-site green house supplying our restaurant with fresh herbs and vegetables. Our Green Meeting facilities feature things like biodegradable pens and notepads made from recycled material, paperless proposal options, and an eco-friendly water service using a filtered water system. All this, plus the benefit of all the things you’ve come to expect from the Marriott; the comforts of our well-appointed guest rooms, new Marriott Revive beds, and luxurious linen, two on-site restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools and an extensive fitness center.

Hyatt Harborside Boston Logan Airport
101 Harborside Drive
Boston, MA  02128
Phone: 617-568-1234
Fax: 617 567 8856

Green Business Award Recipient

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Hyatt Harborside at Boston's Logan International Airport, one of 12 businesses selected out of more than 70 nominees, for 2007’s Green Business Award, highlighting businesses in Boston that perform exemplary sustainable business practices and produce green products or deliver green services. Located on the edge of Boston Harbor, Hyatt Harborside at Boston’s Logan International Airport overlooks the historic city of Boston. We are a hotel that combines the perfect balance of elegance and energy, featuring 270 elegantly appointed, newly renovated guestrooms, great dining, an on-site gym and more. Gain easy access to virtually anywhere in the city with a myriad of options like the water taxi – a 7-minute ride across the Harbor – or our 24-hour complimentary shuttle to airport terminals.

Hyatt Regency Boston
One Avenue de Lafayette
Boston, MA  02111
Phone: 617-912-1234
Fax: 617-451-2198

Experience the excitement of the city at Hyatt Regency Boston

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Just one block from the Boston Common and within walking distance of attractions, shopping and theaters, our downtown Boston hotel is ideal for leisure or business. Tour the Freedom Trail, shop at Faneuil Hall, visit museums, or catch a game at Fenway Park. Delight in this newly renovated Boston Commons hotel – just steps from Chinatown and connected to the T. Rejuvenate your body and spirit in our spa, sauna, Eucalyptus steam room, pool, sun terrace and lounge. The first Boston member of the Green Hotels Association, our award-winning accommodations are eco-, family- and pet-friendly. Contemporary-style rooms, delicious dining and more await you at this luxurious Hyatt hotel in downtown Boston.

Irving House
24 Irving Street
Cambridge, MA  02138
Phone: 617-547-4600
Toll-Free: 877-547-4600
Fax: 617-576-2814

Welcome to Irving House

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Since 1945 Irving House has had affordable rates and the best proximity to Harvard Square. It's a large guesthouse that feels like home. With a variety of room rates, 24-hour desk service and walking distance to all the major attractions of Cambridge, you'll find just what you need in our environmentally friendly accommodations. Telephones, TVs (in rooms with private bath), central air conditioning, a continental buffet breakfast, parking in our adjacent lot are just some of the things that will make your stay more comfortable. We also offer wireless internet access throughout the house and have a computer in our parlor for guest use.

Lenox Hotel
61 Exeter Street at Boylston
Boston, MA  02116
Phone: 617-536-5300
Toll-Free: 800-225-7676
Fax: 617-267-1237

Conde Nast "Green List" member

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Built in 1900, The Lenox is a family owned and operated 4-diamond historic property. As the flagship of Saunders Hotel Group's industry-leading effort, The Lenox conserves significant precious natural resources, minimizes chemicals and waste, and improves air and water quality via a number of green practices and programs throughout the hotel. It also helps raise awareness for millions of guests, employees, community members, students and businesspeople. Each of our classically decorated and freshly-renovated rooms is carefully appointed with rich, dark wood furniture, high ceilings adorned with brass chandeliers and exceptionally comfortable beds. Accommodations at the Lenox include spacious corner rooms, some with wood burning fireplaces, with spectacular views of the Charles River and the Back Bay neighborhood. Eco Friendly practices for hotel guests include Hybrid car service and purchase of renewable, wind energy to offset 100% of the Global Warming impact of the hotel's electricity use. The Lenox – Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future.

Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston
40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard
Cambridge, MA  02141
Phone: 617-806-4200
Toll-Free: 800-SONESTA
Fax: 617-806-4232

On the Cambridge banks of the Charles River, overlooking the Boston skyline.

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All of the Royal Sonesta’s 400 luxurious, environmentally friendly guest rooms offer breathtaking views of the Charles River, Cambridge, or Boston’s stunning skyline, and amenities that are both high-tech and high-touch. The Royal Sonesta Hotel is a smoke free property. Summer Fest is back. Stay at the Royal Sonesta and enjoy free boat rides, bicycles and ice cream all summer long every Thursday through Sunday! Book online and kids eat and stay free. Rates start at just $159 per night!

Free bicycles, boat rides, and ice cream are back! Book online and your kids stay and eat free at ArtBar.

• Complimentary use of bicycles
• Free boat rides on the Charles River
• Free ice cream each afternoon
• Atrium style indoor/outdoor pool and sundeck
• Courtesy van service to points in Cambridge and Boston