Handbook collection for hotels

Create a sustainable hotel that makes a positive impact for all, and delivers more profit and success for you.

Available digitally or in print.

The handbook collection is a practical reference for purpose, people, planet and profit. You do not need to read it from cover to cover: open the section you need, use the relevant tools, and bring structure to decisions, implementation and communication.

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What is inside the handbook collection

A practical system to help you implement hotel sustainability in a structured way and embed it in day-to-day operations.

What you get:

A clear, actionable introduction to the three pillars of sustainability: social, environmental and economic
18 exercises to move from theory to implementation
16 scorecards to measure progress and document it clearly
Hundreds of concrete actions you can apply in operations straight away
Guiding questions and recommendations based on our work with hoteliers, hotel brands, businesses and investors
Interviews with industry insiders, thought leaders and hoteliers
Tools and technologies to support day-to-day implementation

What people say about The Sustainable Hotel:

MAp Boutique Consultancy The Sustainable Hotel Mich Bondesio

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The Sustainable Hotel is an exceptional and timely resource to help hotels align their business goals with a triple bottom line that supports people, purpose, and most importantly, the planet.

MICH BONDESIO, AUTHOR, COACH & BUSINESS CONSULTANT, CREATING CADENCE (UNITED KINGDOM)

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The many practical tips and scorecards can be implemented in both urban and resort hotels, and they reflect a fundamental mindset every hotelier should adopt.

TANIA SAEZ, SYSTEMIC COACH AND CREATIVE PROCESS FACILITATOR @SAEZ COACHING (BERLIN / GERMANY)

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"Sustainability" was not tangible for me - it was always distant, and I didn't know how to efficiently implement sustainability into my hotel. The Sustainable Hotel opened up a new world for me, and with each handbook, I understood more about what I can successfully implement step-by-step and what truly makes a difference. Because it's of no use to talk about Mount Everest if you can't manage to climb the first hill.

RENATO BOTTE, OWNER OF LOCANDA MISTRAL (PIEDMONT/ITALY)

MAp Boutique Consultancy The Sustainable Hotel

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The Sustainable Hotel Handbooks are very user-friendly and therefore perfect for entrepreneurs looking to facilitate their entry into sustainable tourism development. I view it as a well-structured, comprehensive, and visually-appealing guide.

HEIDRUN STOISER, LEAD GREEN EXPERIENCES AT PIZ (MONTAFON / AUSTRIA)

THINK HOLISTICALLY

Sustainability is more than being “green”. With people, planet and profit as one system, you gain clarity and substance.

IMPLEMENT STRAIGHT AWAY

Clear action steps and practical measures you can apply in daily operations.

TOOLS FOR YOUR TEAM AND DAY-TO-DAY WORK

Templates, checklists, exercises and scorecards that create structure and save time.

PRACTICAL INSIGHTS, NOT THEORY

Interviews, recommendations and hospitality examples that show what really works.

MAKE SENSE OF CERTIFICATIONS

Measures aligned with common hotel certification frameworks – scorecards make progress visible.

CLARIFY PURPOSE AND GOALS

purpose as the foundation, goals as the plan – so you can steer implementation and impact with confidence.

Choose your preferred option

For the cost of an average hotel room night, you can set your hotel on the right course – creating sustainable impact and achieving business success.

As a B Corp-certified company, we encourage you to buy the digital handbook, which comes as a PDF with multiple versions for easy handling and sharing with your team. As a special bonus, you also receive the Introduction PDF free of charge.

DIGITAL HANDBOOK

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What a strong sustainability strategy delivers for your hotel

Here is what a structured system across purpose, people, planet and profit unlocks:

More bookings through new guest segments and clearer positioning
Higher efficiency and lower costs through smarter resource use
More resilience through reduced risk and better preparation for uncertain times
Compliance made easier – meet requirements and reporting duties with confidence
Clear differentiation in the market and stronger appeal for partnerships and investment
Stronger support from guests, team members, partners and your local community
Greater visibility through media coverage, recognition and awards that amplify your work

Meet the experts behind this handbook

We’ve interviewed some of the brightest minds that are shaping the future of hospitality, and they contribute their personal learnings and insights just for you.

Martin Stockburger

Martin is the founder and CEO of Koncept Hotels and shares with us his insights on how to manage and operate hotels in a sustainable way.

Natascha Rupp

Natascha is the founder and managing director of Rupp PR, a global communications consultancy specialising in sustainable travel and tourism. She's our expert for sustainable PR, marketing and communications.

Karsten Schmidt- Hoensdorf

Karsten is the owner of the Zurich design studio IDA14 and our expert for sustainable design.

Tatjana Benkert

Tatjana founded the social enterprise, The Purpose Hostel in Antigua, Guatemala, and she tells us how putting Purpose and People over Profit brings success.

Renato Botte

Renato is the owner of the Locanda Mistral in Piedmont, Italy. As a mountain guide of more than 20 years, he shares his passion for the Planet and how it shaped his approach to hospitality.

Nadia Fischer

Nadia is the CEO of Witty Works, whose AI-based writing assistant makes the world more inclusive. She teaches us about inclusive language for hotels.

Handbook Collection

Who is the handbook collection for?

It is made for independent and boutique hotels that want to implement sustainability in a structured way, whether you are improving an existing hotel or developing a new one. The collection helps prioritise actions, implement them step by step, and make progress measurable.

What do I get when I buy the collection?

You get four handbooks covering purpose, people, planet and profit. Inside you will find practical exercises, checklists, scorecards and concrete actions you can apply directly in day-to-day hotel operations.

Do I need to read it from cover to cover?

No. The handbooks are designed as a practical reference. Open the section you need, use the relevant tools, and move forward with clear next steps.

Is the collection more about strategy or implementation?

Both, with a strong focus on implementation. You get a clear structure and practical tools to turn decisions into action, track progress, and keep your team aligned.

Can I share the content with my team?

Yes. The collection is built for team use, for example in workshops, role clarity, and day-to-day implementation.

How quickly can I start using it?

Straight away. You can begin with the first section, use the exercises to set priorities, and move into the first actions. Many hotels start with Planet for quick operational wins or Purpose for strategic alignment, depending on where the biggest need is.

Does the collection help with sustainability certifications?

Yes. The content supports a structured approach to topics that also appear in leading hotel certification frameworks. The scorecards help you track progress and identify where to improve next.

Is this suitable for small teams or owner-run hotels?

Yes. The collection is modular and practical. You can start small, prioritise what matters most, and build momentum without needing a large team.

What is the difference between the collection and a single handbook?

The collection gives you the full system across purpose, people, planet and profit. A single handbook is ideal if you want to focus on one area, while the collection is the right choice if you want to embed sustainability as a coherent hotel-wide approach.