Whether through reef restoration, waste reduction, or zero-emission roasting, these Florida hotels are celebrating Earth Month with planet-loving perks.
Celebrate Earth Month, Florida Style
Novotel Miami Brickell is recognized by the Green Key eco-rating program for environmental management. The 275-room property focuses on water efficiency, energy savings and waste reduction. It operates fully single-use plastic-free and integrates recycling throughout guest areas and meeting spaces. The climate-controlled outdoor pool and fitness center use efficient systems to reduce energy consumption.
For more information, visit novotelmiami.com.
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, part of the Autograph Collection, was Miami Beach’s first property to achieve LEED certification. The EarthView program drives its sustainability strategy through energy-efficient lighting, smart thermostats and a resource-saving laundry system. The hotel reduces plastic consumption with reusable PATH bottles and participates in Clean the World, redistributing recycled soaps and hygiene products.
For more information, visit cadillachotelmiamibeach.com.
Hotel Effie Sandestin
Florida’s Hotel Effie Sandestin, certified by Green Key in 2024, integrates sustainability into its design and daily operations. The 250-room hotel reduces waste through refill stations, responsible sourcing and donation programs for amenities. Energy-efficient systems and LED lighting limit environmental impact, while rain sensors and irrigation controls optimize water use. Electric vehicle charging and the elimination of single-use plastics round out the resort’s earth-friendly program.
For more information, visit hoteleffie.com.
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort centers its operations on “carefree, car-free” travel by encouraging walking and biking between accommodations, beaches and dining areas. Together with Hotel Effie Sandestin, the resorts operate under earth-friendly Green Key sustainability standards.
For more information, visit sandestin.com.
Hotel Continental Miami Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Continental supports Clean the World’s Global Recycling Program by repurposing used soaps and bottles into new hygiene products for global distribution. Recycling bins throughout the property encourage guest participation in waste reduction. As part of Hilton’s eco-conscious portfolio, the hotel maintains sustainability in daily operations and infrastructure, turning routine stays into responsible practices.
For more information, visit hilton.com.
The Gates Hotel South Beach
The Gates Hotel South Beach, located along the Collins Canal, is a Tier 2 member of Miami-Dade’s Plastic-Free 305 initiative. The program supports regional waste reduction by eliminating single-use plastics across operations. Guests can refill reusable bottles at fruit-infused water stations throughout the property, reinforcing a practical, low-impact hospitality approach along South Beach.
For more information, visit gatessouthbeach.com.
The Elser Hotel & Residences
In downtown Miami, The Elser Hotel & Residences combines energy efficiency with eco-friendly living. The 49-story building includes WaterSense toilets, LED lighting and regenerative elevators to minimize consumption. Biodegradable packaging and composting programs extend sustainability into food service. Refillable bottles and bamboo toothbrushes replace disposable amenities, reinforcing a commitment to long-term waste reduction.
For more information, visit theelserhotel.com.
Balfour Miami Beach
Balfour Miami Beach integrates sustainability through practical details that lower its environmental footprint. Bamboo key cards, refillable bath amenities, and property-wide LED lighting contribute to waste reduction. Water refill stations and fruit-infused refreshments minimize plastic use, while bicycles offer a low-impact way for guests to explore this Florida neighborhood. Seasonal menu rotations highlight local ingredients and support regional producers.
For more information, visit balfourhotelmiami.com.
SkyBeach Resort
SkyBeach Resort has replaced disposable drinkware with its SkyBeach Tumbler Program, rewarding guests for using branded reusable tumblers with beverage discounts on the property. Its coffee partner, Paradeco Coffee Roasters, operates with zero-emission roasting technology and a 3D-printed bar made entirely from sustainable materials. These combined efforts reduce waste and promote environmentally responsible hospitality.
For more information, visit skybeach-resort.com.
The Betsy – South Beach
The Betsy – South Beach merges creativity and conservation with “The Betsy Orb,” an art installation composed of reclaimed marine materials. The project highlights marine pollution issues and serves as a permanent symbol of sustainability for the community. The property supports ongoing cultural programming related to environmental art and coastal preservation.
For more information, visit thebetsyhotel.com.
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort partners with Reef Relief and Stream2Sea to promote reef-safe sunscreen use by installing public dispensers on-site. The resort also sponsors Plogging the Keys volunteer cleanups, removing thousands of pounds of debris from local waterways each year. Weekly manatee ecology tours further guests’ understanding of the local environment.
For more information, visit themarkerkeywest.com.
Arlo Wynwood x Kind Traveler
Arlo Wynwood integrates community impact through its partnership with Kind Traveler. Each guest’s stay supports Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, a local nonprofit dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation in Florida. Guests can scan QR codes in the hotel to track conservation outcomes and follow real-time data on their donation’s effect.
For more information, visit arlohotels.com.
Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club
Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club in the Florida Keys combines recreation with conservation. The resort’s internal recycling program diverted more than 30,000 pounds of material in one year, complemented by sea turtle habitat support and on-site composting. Its edible landscaping program reflects an ongoing focus on resource efficiency and environmental awareness.
For more information, visit grassyflats.com.
