Eco Friendly stays in L.A. California

Los Angeles is often associated with red carpets and dazzling lights but the city is getting a name for itself when it comes to green businesses and initiatives. From restaurants to brick and mortar stores and cultural attractions, sustainable living is making its name heard through the sunny state.

A number of hotels throughout L.A. have earned Green Seal™ and LEED Certification with energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems, water-saving fixtures and recycling programs.

So if you’re looking for a Green Sealed hotel or comfy, eco stay for your next L.A. visit, here’s our list of 6 interesting eco-stays in L.A.

Hotel Covell

An independent boutique hotel focused on luxury and comfort with a renowned wine and beer bar. This hotel has quickly become a favorite of those working in the music, film and television industry while in Los Angeles for its homey ambiance and suites which feel like an apartment, complete with an array of amenities. A perfect retreat for short or long term travelers who want a self-catering room within walking distance of restaurants and cafes. 

(4626 Hollywood Boulevard, East Hollywood)

Los Feliz Lodge

A charming and colorful alternative to the traditional hotel, designed to leave minimal impact on the environment. Comprising four self-accommodating bungalows and two spacious villas, each featuring a kitchen, bath and plenty of space for family and friends. The care lies in the details at the Los Feliz Lodge with soft organic cotton sheets and bamboo linens that instantly invite you to feel safe and at one with Nature.

The houses are tucked into a quiet neighborhood near East Hollywood and are a perfect stay for conscious travelers who are looking for a local experience. 

(1509 N. Hoover Street, Los Feliz)

Shore Hotel

Just steps from world-famous Santa Monica Pier, the Shore Hotel blends coastal California style with earth-friendly sustainability. The Shore Hotel is Leed Gold Certified and offers luxury without waste from its solar-heated pool, sustainable sourced décor to its partnership with Clean the World Foundation. 

Enclosed by beautiful wood and glass with unobstructed ocean views, the unique eco-conscious accommodations feature rooms with high-tech lighting and temperature controls that adjust automatically as you enter and exit your room.

(1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica)

Terranea Resort

This 102-acre Mediterranean inspired retreat features guestrooms and suites, spacious bungalows, casitas and villas  surrounded by the Pacific. 

This one of a kind LA eco-resort offers luxurious amenities including outdoor dining, award-winning golf, on land and at sea adventures, boutiques and four swimming pools. 

(100 Terranea Way Rancho, Palos Verdes)

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites was the first Los Angeles hotel to receive Green Seal Silver Certification for its carbon footprint reduction it subsequently earned Gold Certification.

This stunning hotel is ideally located with convenient access to cultural centers and the Los Angeles Convention Center.

(404 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles 90071)

JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles L.A. LIVE

This Marriott hotel earned its Green Seal Silver Certification back in 2016 for operating in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner. The certification by Green seal verifies a hotel has met rigorous environmental requirements to reduce its operation’s impact on the environment and human health. Amongst these operations are waste minimization and reduction, recycling and energy efficiency, water conservation and indoor air quality.

The JW Marrott at L.A. LIVE provides a deluxe level of comfort and personal service in an ideal location for guests to conveniently access L.A. whether visiting the revitalized Downtown area or other parts of Los Angeles.

(900 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles 90015)

If you’re interested in discovering environmentally conscious places to shop and dine during your stay in Los Angeles be sure to check out our article on Shopping and dining green in LA, California.