A few of the small changes we have made that are having a big impact.
All of these actions are helping to reduce our CO2-e per guest night output by over 50%.
The Butterfly Effect
We know that every little change we make today can have an impact on the future.
It’s the reusable glass bottles you find in your bedroom, the wooden keycards for your room entry, the cycle to work scheme in place for our staff.
Join us on our green journey and be part of positive change.
Environmental commitment
Installed occupancy sensors and LED lighting throughout
Introduced automatic A/C shutoff when windows are open
Installed new boilers, chillers and A/C units
Used our BMS (Business Management System) to manage heating, cooling and ventilation intelligently
Installed waterflow reduction system and dual-flush toilets
Increase our recycling output to 60% of all waste
Trained our team in best pratice
REGO certified. Ensuring all our energy comes from renewable sources
Social & cultural commitment
We are Mayfair. Championing local businesses and events supports our community and helps the local area to thrive. Putting us in the know. Travel all year round, have a chat with our concierge and we’ll point you in the right direction, wherever you want to go.
London and its culture sits on your doorstep. Next time you visit, walk, take the tube or pick up an electric bike instead of taking a cab.
Supporting our team
Our team are our hotel. To create a safe and welcoming environment where all team members can thrive we offer:
- Extended maternity and paternity leave, contributions toward leisure passes, delicious meals, and complimentary hotel breaks
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Equal treatment and rights for all our people
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10% of our team as trained mental health first aiders
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Holding level 2 Disability Confident Employer certification
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Training and development opportunities to help each person grow and succeed
Sourcing Locally
We work with British producers across the hotel. This cuts our carbon footprint and supports regional producers and our local community.
Our menu changes with the seasons. Choose from vegan, vegetarian and low-carbon dishes, sourced locally where possible. Enjoy juicy tomatoes from the Isle of Wight or freshly caught Cornish crab.
Sip English sparkling wine from Gusbourne’s vineyards in Kent and Sussex, treat yourself to Fairtrade loose leaf tea from Cornwall, or unwind in our spa with organic Temple Spa products.
working with charities
We work with charities across the hotel. Supporting hospitality families in crisis through raising funds via Invisible Chips for Hospitality Action, donating goods to those at risk of homelessness to Only a Pavement Away.
We have partnered with Clean The World, recycling guests' unused toiletries into soaps and hygiene products for vulnerable children and families across the world.
Our long-standing partnership with Belu Collective provides us with recyclable, refillable water bottles, and the opportunity to support life-changing initiatives through their profit donations to Water Aid.
Purifying the air: Our Living Wall
It's hard to miss. Our wall of over 2,000 plants, stretches all the way from street level to the 10th floor. Providing an important, natural refuge for birds, bees and insects in busy London.
Refreshed and replanted for 2025, each year the living wall removes 757kg of C02 and produces 559kg - the work of 16 mid-sized trees.
Take a seat on our terrace and enjoy the greenery whilst you sip a drink or two.
Accreditation and Awards
We are EarthCheck silver accredited. A globally recognised certification that helps demonstrate our commitment to the planet, our community, our people and to greener tourism.
Going forward
While we’ve made progress, we know there is still more to do.
Our next major initiative is to measure and reduce our Scope 3 emissions. Understanding how our guests travel, how our food is produced and how waste is disposed of.
Our ESG policy is for everyone. Internal and external team members, the board, and you. Our guests.
Our stories
The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences unveils revitalised living wall
Our iconic living wall, which has been a landmark feature for nearly 20 years has been revitalised.
Explore autumn park walks
Your doorstep to London’s Royal Parks and gardens in and around Mayfair.
Discover the Charm of Shepherd Market
Shepherd Market blends old-London character with chic boutiques and a peaceful village feel.
The Athenaeum Hotel's green journey
Our environmental practices has allowed us to become a leader in eco-friendly hospitality.
