Which 7 hotels in Chicago are greenest?
The average hotel in Chicago emits 21.3 kg CO2 per night, but by choosing a more sustainable hotel you can reduce your footprint below this.
At Staze we've calculated the CO2 footprint of 58 hotels in Chicago using multiple live data sources and an approach based on academic research.
So here are the 7 hotels that we would recommend in Chicago!
Officially the most sustainable hotel in Chicago
Crowne Plaza O Hare
Crowne Plaza O Hare is the best option for people who are looking to reduce their carbon footprint as much as possible. By taking energy from green sources and improving their energy efficiency, they have managed to achieve a low environmental impact in comparison to other hotels in Chicago.
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Chicago budget sustainable hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago West-O'hare Arpt
For a more affordable option that is doing its bit to stop harming the planet, we recommend the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago West-O'hare Arpt.
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A green choice 4 star hotel in Chicago
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop (ex Crowne Plaza Chicago Metro Downtown)
If you’re looking for an eco-friendly four-star option, then we recommend Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop (ex Crowne Plaza Chicago Metro Downtown). It offers the comforts and luxuries of a four star hotel, and yet has still taken concrete measures to reduce its energy usage.
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Green hotel with a gym in Chicago
Holiday Inn and Suites Chicago OHare Rosemont
Look after your body and the planet by visiting the gym at Holiday Inn and Suites Chicago OHare Rosemont. They're a great sustainable option for travellers that want to be able to exercise at their hotel.
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Eco-hotel with disabled facilities in Chicago
Holiday Inn Chicago O Hare
If you need a green option with modern accessibility standards then we recommend Holiday Inn Chicago O Hare.
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Eco-friendly hotel with a spa
The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel (ex Kimpton Hotel Allegro)
We love that The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel (ex Kimpton Hotel Allegro) has taken concrete steps to reduce their energy usage, even while still offering guests spa facilities.
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Green hotel for business travellers
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Chicago Downtown
Plans can change, and when they do you want to be able to cancel your hotel stay with no troubles. Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Chicago Downtown will let you do that while still offering a greener stay for those that do stay.
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As more and more hotels disclose their carbon emissions in Chicago then we'll keep this blog updated.
To make a climate positive hotel booking, where more CO2 is offset than emitted, book on Staze.
