Sustainability: Comfort with a Conscience

At Ethos Hotel and Caffè Ethos, sustainability is not an afterthought — it’s at the heart of who we are. Our mission is simple: to live beautifully, responsibly, and with respect for our planet.

Our Building & Design
Victorian architecture restored with reclaimed materials
Pilkington Eclipse Advantage™ windows for solar control and insulation
Tri-Iso insulation for energy efficiency and soundproofing
Air-source heat pumps – the first hotel in Oxford
Smart thermostats, motion sensors, and LED lighting throughout

Energy & Water Conservation
100% green energy tariff
Grey-water recycling system for toilets
Timed towel rails, air conditioning, and thermostatically controlled heating

Reducing Waste & Plastic
Refillable bathroom dispensers (reducing plastic by 95%)
Vegan, Fair Trade, UK-made toiletries
Compostable takeaway packaging from potato, sugarcane, and corn
Filtered water dispensers; no plastic straws

Responsible Sourcing & Local Partnerships
Locally sourced, seasonal ingredients at Caffè Ethos
Furniture and décor made from recycled and reclaimed materials
Eco-certified laundry partner OxWash

Guest Participation
Towels reused if hung; linen changed every third day or upon request
Dedicated recycling bins throughout guest areas

Do Good. Feel Good. Live Ethos.