Opened last spring in historic Pioneer Square, Populus Seattle thoughtfully adapted a 1907 building, retaining original Douglas fir beams, brickwork, and ironwork. Building materials are locally sourced, recycled, or sustainably certified. Even the artwork, which features original PNW-themed commissions from 35 local and international artists, has been created at the neighboring art studio in the historic RailSpur Manufacturers Building. South Lake Union’s stylish new 1 Hotel Seattle focuses its sustainability efforts on locally sourced and grown food—there’s even a lobby farmstand stocked with imperfect fresh fruits, available to hotel guests and locals. Hotel 1000 also stands out for its eco-conscious dining at All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar, which features extensive vegetarian and vegan options, sustainably sourced seafood, and local, seasonal ingredients where possible. Luxe Le Labo bath products are provided in guest rooms in large refillable containers. Event planners can use the hotel’s Meeting Impact Calculator and work with staff to quantify and reduce the environmental impact of company gatherings.

Cedarbrook Lodge is minutes from SEA Airport but feels a world away. This property, surrounded by greenery, is renowned for its evolving commitment to sustainability, from food sourcing to supply chain integrity, and community alliances that impact surrounding neighborhoods. For example, they partner with Clean the World, which recycles unused soap into hygiene kits for global communities in need. The pet-friendly Kimpton Palladian, in a renovated 1910 building, also partners with Clean the World, and incorporates water conservation features and refillable containers for bath amenities, among other eco-friendly practices.

Kitty corner from each other near the Seattle Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Seattle and Hyatt at Olive 8 each boast distinct green touches. Hyatt Regency Seattle was the city’s first LEED-gold certified hotel and remains the largest, with 1,260 rooms. It touts environmentally friendly housekeeping practices, and the laundry system captures and recycles heat and water. Untouched leftover food goes to a local nonprofit, while other food waste is composted. Hyatt at Olive 8 is LEED silver, with a green roof that retains 75% of rainwater and insulates for reduced heating and cooling energy usage. Certified LEED-gold CitizenM in South Lake Union keeps it simple with smartly designed rooms offering an abundance of luxe details that make you feel at home.