Earthly pleasures
Honeymoons that are also eco-friendly
HABITAS
Tulum (From $300; HabitasTulum.com) One of the newest additions to grace Tulum’s creamy beaches, this is a barefoot luxury paradise. The 32 casitas, nestled between the jungle and private beach, were built from indigenous materials using renewable sources. In the restaurant, only local ingredients are used. Best of all is the remote location: wild jungle and sandy beaches ideal for long sunset walks.
ARENAS DEL MAR
Costa Rica (From $330; ArenasDelMar.com) With views of the Pacific Ocean and the famed Manuel Antonio National Park, this upscale hotel is carbon-neutral. The toilets are low-flow, solar panels heat the water, all organic waste is composted and the pools use chlorinefree ionization. Same goes for the private jacuzzis – where honeymooners can soak before enjoying an intimate candlelit dinner on their terrace.
KOKOMO PRIVATE ISLAND
Fiji (From $2,500; KokomoIslandFiji.com) This is about as remote and romantic as it gets. Only accessible by seaplane or helicopter, the 21 beachfront villas and five residences were built from sustainable materials and local timber and stone. The hotel has a 5.5-acre farm and garden which uses recycled water. If you haven’t said “I do”, the hotel has an underwater wedding officiant so you can tie the knot among tropical fish.
H2HOTEL HEALDSBURG
California ( From $229; H2Hotel.com) Being eco-friendly doesn’t mean giving up sleek design. The rooms here are kitted out with sustainable materials — bamboo floors, organic linens and towels and the rugs are fair-trade and chemical-free. Guests can explore the area in an eco-conscious way, by making use of the complimentary Dutch cruising bicycles and maps, perfect for a romantic afternoon in wine country.
JICARO ISLAND LODGE Nicaragua
( From $ 350; JicaroLodge.com) On a private island in Lake Nicaragua, these nine casitas ooze amour. Built from reclaimed wood from trees felled by Hurricane Felix, the lodge is completely sustainable. In the luxe rooms, there are organic cotton robes and bamboo linen, as well as biodegradable body products. Water is filtered for drinking to avoid plastic bottles and only local, sustainable produce is served.