Inn At Laurel Point: Visit British Columbia’s First Carbon Neutral Hotel

Source: Lavanya Sunkara· FORBES · | October 9, 2020

Inn at Laurel Point VINCE KLASSEN 2019

While many hotels are going green by forgoing plastic straws and bottles, Inn at Laurel Point is taking things to the next level to save the planet. As the first and only carbon neutral hotel in British Columbia, Canada, the multi award-winning Inn at Laurel Point in Victoria is a stunning property that goes all in on its sustainability efforts. 

The hotel uses hydrothermal technology to cool rooms with ocean water, keeps more than three quarters of its waste out of landfills, has significantly reduced electricity and water usage, and offsets its remaining carbon footprint through local, natural investments. If you are seeking a hotel that is as committed to the environment and the community as you are, look no further than Inn at Laurel Point.  

When Paul and Artie Arsens bought the property three decades ago, their hotel featured only the Laurel Wing. With help from legendary Canadian architect, Arthur Erickson, the stunning Erickson Wing took shape. A massive renovation of the hotel’s ground floor and surrounding gardens began in 2019. Unfortunately, with the passing of the owners and the architect, the project manager under Erickson, John Graham, oversaw the completion in early 2020. After months of being shuttered due to COVID-19, the hotel is now open and welcoming guests to enjoy its incredible views from its modern rooms and showcase Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio, the hotel’s restaurant which offers a globally inspired small plates menu with postcard Inner Harbour views.