The Savoy

Location:

Strand, London, United Kingdom

Traveller Style:

Eco-Luxury Seekers / Urban Explorers / Business Travellers / Romantic Couples / Family Travelers​

Type:

5-Star Historic Luxury Hotel

Website: https://www.thesavoylondon.com

About

The Savoy is a legendary British institution, renowned as one of the world’s most iconic and luxurious hotels since its opening in 1889. Situated on the historic Strand and overlooking the River Thames, it has hosted royalty, dignitaries, and artists for over a century. While steeped in heritage and timeless elegance, The Savoy has embraced a forward-thinking approach to hospitality, combining classic service with cutting-edge sustainability.

As part of the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts group, The Savoy has committed to significantly reducing its environmental impact through responsible operations, ethical sourcing, and innovative green technologies. From eliminating single-use plastics to sourcing 100% renewable electricity, the hotel is a pioneer in eco-conscious luxury within the urban hospitality space.

Guests can enjoy Michelin-quality dining, opulent suites, and world-class amenities—all while knowing their stay supports environmentally responsible practices. The Savoy is not only a symbol of grandeur, but also a modern leader in sustainable city hospitality, offering a meaningful, guilt-free luxury experience at the heart of London.

Sustainability Initiatives

✓ Green Certifications: Achieved Green Key UK Certification and FuturePlus Impact Certification, reflecting high standards in environmental responsibility and sustainable operations.

✓ Renewable Energy: Sources 100% of its electricity from renewable energy and offsets 100% of its gas usage with Certified Emissions Reductions.

✓ Waste Reduction: Eliminated single-use plastics across all departments; maintains a 98%+ recycling rate; utilizes Orbisk AI to monitor and reduce food waste; recycles used cooking oil into biofuel.

✓ Water Conservation: Operates an onsite water-bottling lab, "The Savoy Well," providing still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles; implements linen and towel reuse programs to minimize water consumption.

✓ Sustainable Dining: Menus feature seasonal, locally sourced, and Fairtrade ingredients; dishes are labeled with carbon footprint information through the Klimato initiative.

✓ Community Engagement: Collaborates with local organizations, supports charities, and promotes biodiversity through initiatives like gifting a Bee Hotel to Canada House to attract pollinator bees.

✓ Innovative Partnerships: Partners with ecoSPIRITS to reduce carbon emissions in the distribution of premium spirits and wine by 90%.

✓ Guest Participation: Encourages guests to engage in sustainability efforts through programs like linen reuse and provides information on local green spaces and eco-friendly transportation options.

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