Salvador Accommodation Hotel Boutique A Casa das Portas Velhas Sustainability

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:  

The main areas of focus are promoting cultural interaction and welfare of the environment.

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 

The staff offers culinary courses on typical meals for the guests and takes them to the São Joaquim fair. There the guests have the chance to interact with the locals and absorb the local culture. The activity helps generate income for the locals.  

Casa das portas Velhas follows rigid guidelines to prevent waste of natural and human resources. The administration encourages the reuse of towels by the same guest, thus preventing the waste of water and the use of chemical products used in the laundry. Also, the hotel uses biodegradable cleaning products.

The halls are equipped with presence sensors, reflecting responsible consumption of electricity.