About This New Wellness Concept and its Rewards.
Imagine a world where you could go on vacation and feel like you were at home! A place where the rooms were designed to help you relax, breathe deeply, and unwind at the end of a long day. A location where the food was delicious and satiating, with ingredients that nourished your body and soul. A hotel that understood how important it is for people to get physical activity while they're away from work, so they built a gym in every room.
That's Well-Certified!
Well-Certified hotels are focused on people's well-being in the built environment — and these concepts are becoming popular in resorts worldwide.
The goal of the WELL Health Safety Rating is to focus primarily on people’s well-being in the built environment. Post-Covid, the hospitality sector has been booming but health protocols are still a big concern for travelers. The requirements for well-being awareness are increasing and some hotels and resort groups have decided to take the lead in providing the best for their guests – improved air quality, natural lighting, healthier food options, and access to nature and the outdoors are some of the features being added to their accommodations and amenities.
“Organizations everywhere – from startups to Fortune 500s – use WELL to prioritize the health and safety of their people, maximize real estate value and optimize the human and social capital performance of their business.” – IWBI
Learn more in the WELL Certified - Press Release on Hotels and Resorts
A short list of WELL-certified hotels, resorts, and spas.
The farm style-inspired Inns of Aurora Spa with stunning views of the Cayuga Lake has taken steps to promote health and wellness for its guests. They only use natural and organic products in their treatments, and the resort's restaurants offer locally sourced and organic ingredients. The resort also offers outdoor activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding, which promote physical activity and connection with nature. Their focus is to promote healing and harmony in your body and mind.
Moonlight Beach was designed with a focus on sustainability and human health, with features that promote natural light, indoor air quality, and access to nature. The hotel's rooms and common areas are designed to maximize natural light and views of the surrounding environment, with large windows and skylights. The building's HVAC system uses high-efficiency filters to remove pollutants and allergens from the air, and the hotel uses non-toxic cleaning products to maintain indoor air quality.
Loews Hotels is a luxury hotel brand that has several properties that have been certified under the WELL Building Standard, which focuses on promoting the health and well-being of building occupants. Loews Chicago Hotel, which achieved WELL Silver certification in 2017, features several design elements and operational practices that promote health and wellness, including a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, healthy food and beverage options, and access to natural light throughout the building. The Loews Vanderbilt Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee, which achieved WELL Silver certification in 2020, features a fitness center with group classes and personal training options, healthy food options, and a variety of outdoor spaces that promote connection with nature.
Rosewood Hangzhou was designed with a focus on promoting the health and well-being of its guests and staff, with features that enhance indoor air quality, access to nature, and mental well-being. One of the key features of the hotel's design is the use of natural materials, such as stone and wood, that promote a connection with nature and contribute to a calm and relaxing atmosphere. The hotel also features a large central atrium that provides access to natural light and ventilation, as well as a rooftop garden that provides a peaceful escape from the city. It also offers healthy food options, including organic produce from the hotel's wonderful rooftop garden.
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