Winners of the 2023 “GrINN Awards” for European sustainable tourism announced
In a showcase of global engagement across 100 categories and participation from 51 countries, the “GrINN Awards” underlines a united commitment to promoting sustainability and responsibility in the tourism industry.
The 2nd edition of the “GrINN Awards” has recently concluded, highlighting the remarkable achievements of the European hospitality sector. Organized by Quartz Inn Hotels, these
awards mark a significant step towards recognizing and promoting eco-friendly practices within the industry.
Global recognition
Among the winners, Spain stands out as a prominent player, securing victories across various categories. Notably, Ashford Castle in Ireland takes the spotlight as the most awarded hotel, earning titles such as Best Local Gastronomy, Best Luxury Eco Accommodation, and Best Sustainable Historic Hotel. This diverse range of winners reflects a collective dedication to advancing sustainable practices in the dynamic landscape of European tourism.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and participants of the “2023 GrINN Awards” Their dedication to sustainable practices in European tourism is truly commendable. Together, we have to shape a more responsible and eco-friendly future for our industry.” said Jolanta Dziewit, Director of Sustainability, iVisitKrakow.com and member of the jury.
Distinguished Jury Panel
The awards’ integrity is fortified by an expert jury, including distinguished figures such as Francisco Rodriguez Mora, Head Chef at The Trout at Tadpole Bridge; Katie Ellam, CEO of Book Eco Hotels; Jolanta Dziewit, Director of Sustainability at iVisitKrakow.com; Branislava Grbic, Global Sales Manager at Rosewood Hotel Group; Roeland Verhamme, CEO & Founder at Expect Me; Lidiia Tkachenko, Director & co-founder of Quartz Inn Hotels; and Ignacio Merino, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Freetour.com. This esteemed panel is led by Alexander Zawadzki, Director of Quartz Inn Hotels, who serves as the awards presenter and organizer.
Full list of winners
Best Eco-Friendly Spa: Herb House Spa at Lime Wood Hotel | Lyndhurst | England
Best Local Gastronomy: Ashford Castle | Cong | Ireland
Best Luxury Eco Accommodation: Ashford Castle | Cong | Ireland
Best Nature Accommodation: Basoa Suites | Larraintzar | Spain
Best Sustainable & Original Accommodation – Europe: Miluna Open Nature Rooms | Hormigos | Spain
Best sustainable 2* Hotel – Europe: Hotel Mestre de Avis | Guimarães | Portugal
Best sustainable 3* Hotel – Europe: Hotel Continental | Angers | France
Best sustainable 4* Hotel – Europe: The Mandolay Hotel | Guildford | England
Best sustainable 5* Hotel – Europe: Castilla Termal Monasterio de Valbuena | San Bernardo | Spain
Best sustainable accommodation – Albania: Hotel Republika Berat | Berat | Albania
Best sustainable accommodation – Andorra: The Blackpine Hotel | Escaldes-Engordany | Andorra
Best sustainable accommodation – Armenia: Dilijani Tun Hotel & Restaurant | Dilijan | Armenia
Best sustainable accommodation – Austria: PRIESTEREGG Premium ECO Resort | Leogang | Austria
Best sustainable accommodation – Azerbaijan: Holiday Inn Baku | Baku | Azerbaijan
Best sustainable accommodation – Belgium: Hotel Fevery | Bruges | Belgium
Best sustainable accommodation – Bosnia and Herzegovina: Hotel Vezir Palace | Travnik | Bosnia and Herzegovina
Best sustainable accommodation – Bulgaria: ECO Therma Village | Kranevo | Bulgaria
Best sustainable accommodation – Central Europe: Hotel Schnitterhof | Bad Sassendorf | Germany
Best sustainable accommodation – Croatia: Plitvice Holiday Resort | Grabovac | Croatia
Best sustainable accommodation – Cyprus: Anemi Hotel & Suites | Paphos | Cyprus
Best sustainable accommodation – Czech Republic: Botanique Hotel Prague | Prague | Czech Republic
Best sustainable accommodation – Denmark: Manon Les Suites | Copenhagen | Denmark
Best sustainable accommodation – Eastern Europe: Hotel Vega | Constanta | Romania
Best sustainable accommodation – England: The Green House | Bournemouth | England
Best sustainable accommodation – Estonia: Tallink Express Hotel | Tallinn | Estonia
Best sustainable accommodation – Finland: Arctic TreeHouse Hotel | Rovaniemi | Finland
Best sustainable accommodation – France: Terragora Lodges | Les Epesses | France
Best sustainable accommodation – Georgia: Mtserlebi Resort | Kvishkheti | Georgia
Best sustainable accommodation – Germany: Lulu Guldsmeden Hotel | Berlin | Germany
Best sustainable accommodation – Greece: Ouzas Luxury Hotel | Olimpiaki Akti | Greece
Best sustainable accommodation – Hungary: Irota EcoLodge | Irota | Hungary
Best sustainable accommodation – Iceland: Laxá Hótel | Mývatn | Iceland
Best sustainable accommodation – Ireland: Ashford Castle | Ireland
Best sustainable accommodation – Italy: eco Hotel Milano | Milano | Italy
Best sustainable accommodation – Kazakhstan: Hotel Kazzhol Almaty | Almaty | Kazakhstan
Best sustainable accommodation – Kosovo: City Inn | Pristina | Kosovo
Best sustainable accommodation – Latvia: Riga Islande Hotel | Riga | Latvia
Best sustainable accommodation – Liechtenstein: Gorfion Familotel Liechtenstein | Malbun | Liechtenstein
Best sustainable accommodation – Lithuania: Romantic Boutique Hotel & Spa | Panevėžys | Lithuania
Best sustainable accommodation – Luxembourg: City Hotel Luxembourg | Luxembourg
Best sustainable accommodation – Malta: First Gozo | Victoria | Malta
Best sustainable accommodation – Moldova: Time Hotel&SPA | Chişinău | Moldova
Best sustainable accommodation – Monaco: Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort | Monaco
Best sustainable accommodation – Montenegro: Fern Farm Eco Resort | Štitarica | Montenegro
Best sustainable accommodation – Netherlands: Maxhotel Schiphol | Amsterdam | Netherlands
Best sustainable accommodation – North Macedonia: Hotel Solun | Skopje | North Macedonia
Best sustainable accommodation – Northern Europe: Hótel Húsafell | Stórarjóður | Iceland
Best sustainable accommodation – Northern Ireland: Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast | Belfast | Northern Ireland
Best sustainable accommodation – Norway: Oslo Guldsmeden | Oslo | Norway
Best sustainable accommodation – Poland: Natural Hotel | Warlity Wielkie | Poland
Best sustainable accommodation – Portugal: Hotel Monverde | Amarante | Portugal
Best sustainable accommodation – Romania: Akasha Retreat | Peştera | Romania
Best sustainable accommodation – San Marino: Agriturismo Le Bosche | San Marino
Best sustainable accommodation – Scotland: Torlinnhe Guest House | Fort William | Scotland
Best sustainable accommodation – Serbia: Eco Farm Milanovic | Despotovac | Serbia
Best sustainable accommodation – Slovakia: Eco friendly Hotel Dalia | Kosice | Slovakia
Best sustainable accommodation – Slovenia: Hotel Plesnik | Solčava | Slovenia
Best sustainable accommodation – Southeast Europe: Hotel Slavija | Split | Croatia
Best sustainable accommodation – Southern Europe: Eremito hotelito del Alma | Parrano | Italy
Best sustainable accommodation – Southwest Europe: Glamping El Regajo Valle del Jerte | El Torno | Spain
Best sustainable accommodation – Spain: Hotel Bosque Mar | O Grove | Spain
Best sustainable accommodation – Sweden: Treehotel | Harads | Sweden
Best sustainable accommodation – Switzerland: Whitepod Eco-Luxury Hotel | Monthey | Switzerland
Best sustainable accommodation – Turkey: Six Senses Kaplankaya | Muğla | Turkey
Best sustainable accommodation – Ukraine: Oselya Eco hotel | Kyiv | Ukraine
Best sustainable accommodation – Wales: Clayton Hotel | Cardiff | Wales
Best sustainable accommodation – Western Europe: Promar – Eco Beach & Spa | Maceira | Portugal
Best Sustainable Adult-only Hotel: Arantza Hotela | Arantza | Spain
Best sustainable Agrotourism – Europe: Cerrás Agroturismo | Jerte | Spain
Best Sustainable Airport Hotel: Maxhotel Schiphol | Amsterdam | Netherlands
Best Sustainable Amenities Provider: ZeroWaste Global | Germany
Best sustainable Aparthotel – Europe: Kora Green City | Vitoria-Gasteiz | Spain
Best Sustainable B&B: Westwood Guest House | Lyme Regis | England
Best Sustainable Boat Hotel: Hotel Asile Flottant | Amsterdam | Netherlands
Best Sustainable Boutique Hotel – Europe: Hotel Albariza | Sanlúcar de Barrameda | Spain
Best Sustainable Camping: Casas Novas de Palmeira | Relva Grande/São Teotonio | Portugal
Best Sustainable Cottage: Glencoldon Cottage | Boat of Garten | Scotland
Best sustainable design: TIN INN Erkelenz | Erkelenz | Germany
Best Sustainable Glamping: El Toril Glamping | Velada | Spain
Best Sustainable Historic Hotel: Ashford Castle | Cong | Ireland
Best sustainable Hostel – Europe: Albergue Bela Muxia | Muxía | Spain
Best Sustainable Hotel – City: Hotel Cafe Royal | London | United Kingdom
Best Sustainable Hotel – Countryside: Barnham Broom Hotel | Barnham Broom | England
Best Sustainable Hotel – Mountain: CERVO Mountain Resort | Zermatt | Switzerland
Best Sustainable Hotel – Seaside: Hotel Bela Fisterra | Fisterra | Spain
Best Sustainable Hotel – United Kingdom: Thyme Hotel | Southrope | England
Best Sustainable Hotel Chain: Castilla Termal Hoteles | Spain
Best Sustainable Hotel Collection: Sutton Hotel Collection | England
Best Sustainable Initiative: Posadas de España | Spain
Best Sustainable Lake Hotel: Haltia Lake Lodge | Espoo | Finland
Best Sustainable LGTBQ-friendly Hotel: Hilltop Forest | Inkoo | Finland
Best Sustainable OTA: EcoHotels | Denmark
Best Sustainable Pet-friendly Hotel: Ashford Castle | Cong | Ireland
Best sustainable progress: Castilla Termal Hoteles | Spain
Best Sustainable Pub: Whistler on the Green | Glasgow | Scotland
Best Sustainable Resort: Las Villas de Fuentidueña | Fuentidueña | Spain
Best Sustainable Restaurant: Friðheimar | Selfoss | Iceland
Best Sustainable Vacation Rental Company: Eslanzarote | Lanzarote | Spain
Europe’s Leading Sustainable Travel Blog: Ecobnb Blog
Most sustainable Travel Company: Thiswillbeu | Denmark
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She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.