# Recycled Hotels Hotels incorporate recycled materials into their designs and operations. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jul 17, 2022 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/recycled-hotels ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Recycled Hotels trend? **Recycled Hotels:** As sustainability becomes more important, hotel brands are aiming to reduce their impact with the use of recycled materials. Everything from food recycling programs to hangers made from recycled materials are helping to bring down the environmental impact of these large businesses. ## The consumer insight behind the Recycled Hotels trend Sustainability has become more important to consumers as the consequences of climate change become more visible in people's day-to-day lives. Some consumers are experiencing worsening anxiety related to the future of the environment, and more are now making sustainable choices in order to reduce their personal impact. These consumers turn to brands that are making it easier for them to make eco-friendly purchase decisions. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: May 12, 2021 to Dec 6, 2023 - Published: Jul 17, 2022 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Recycled Hotels trend ### Eco-Friendly Luxury Collaborations Luxury brands are teaming up with hotels to offer tailormade amenities, realized with 100% recycled materials or sustainably sourced products. ### Sustainable Hotel Designs Hotels are using reclaimed materials, aiming to reduce waste by offering locally sourced items, or creating a space for guests to donate used clothing. ### Sustainable Supply Chain Hotels are implementing a sustainable supply chain by partnering with local farms, promoting local sustainability, and developing products and amenities made with recycled materials. ## What the Recycled Hotels trend means for industry ### For Hospitality Industry Hotels are actively implementing strategies to reduce their environmental impact while offering sustainable experiences for guests. ### For Luxury Brands Brands promoting a sustainable impact are collaborating with hotels to offer luxury amenities with sophisticated designs and commitment to 100% recycled or sustainably sourced materials. ### For Sustainability Industry New opportunities in sustainability, such as creating a sustainable supply chain and developing new products to promote recycling in the hospitality industry. ## Workshop question How is your brand making sustainability an easier choice for customers? ## Trend signals for Recycled Hotels Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 67%, activity 66%, freshness 19%. - Popularity: 67% - Activity: 66% - Freshness: 19% ## Examples of the Recycled Hotels trend 7 featured examples from May 12, 2021 to Dec 6, 2023. - [Sustainable Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-hotel-nashville): 1 Hotel Nashville Just Opened its Doors (Category: Eco) Implication: Hotels are increasingly incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly practices in their operations and design, creating opportunities for green innovation in the hospitality industr… - [Recycled Hotel Clothing Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperform-hanger): Hotel Supply and Mainetti Launch the 'Paperform Hanger' (Category: Eco) Implication: The hospitality industry is ripe for disruptive innovation in the manufacture and distribution of eco-conscious and luxurious hotel amenities, such as sustainable hangers like the… - [Sustainable Hotel Textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liv-interior): liv interior Offers Beautifully Handcrafted, Eco-Friendly Hotel Items (Category: Eco) Implication: Hotels and resorts that prioritize sustainability and eco-friendliness can attract environmentally-conscious travelers. - [Eco-Friendly Luxury Brand Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kempinski-hotels): Kempinski Hotels and Ferragamo Joined on Hotel Amenities (Category: Eco) Implication: Luxury hotels and hospitality brands can collaborate with luxury fashion brands to create tailor-made, eco-friendly amenities and elevate the guest experience. - [Accessible Eco Produce Distribution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshontable): Hilton Hotels Recently Signed an Agreement with FreshOnTable (Category: Business) Implication: The hospitality industry is expected to adopt more sustainability practices, such as locally sourced produce and responsible hospitality, to promote sustainability and reduce envi… - [Sustainable Flat-Packable Hotel Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fritz-hansen-1): Fritz Hansen Recently Debuted Its First Outdoor (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The outdoor furniture industry can explore the potential of sustainable and flat-packable designs to cater to eco-conscious consumers. - [Sustainable Hotel Brand Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marriott-down-alternative-eco-pillow): The Marriott Down Alternative Eco Pillow is Hypoallergenic (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The hospitality industry can leverage the trend of sustainable hotel brand pillows to attract environmentally-conscious travelers and enhance their guest experience. ## Recent trend clusters - [Gentle Diagnostics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/home-heart-screening) (Lifestyle) - [Targeted Macros](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/functional-protein-ingredients) (Lifestyle) - [Flavor Borrowing](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/soft-drink-flavor-mashups) (Lifestyle) - [Silent Triage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/passive-health-wearables) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Roomier Budget Electric Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomier-budget-electric-hatchbacks) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Phased European EV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phased-european-ev-models) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)