Planning a family vacation that’s both fun and sustainable can be challenging. But finding eco-friendly accommodations that cater to families makes the experience easy and enjoyable. Whether you’re envisioning a beach retreat or a mountain adventure, these five eco-friendly hotels in Italy are ideal for families looking for unforgettable and sustainable experiences in nature.
Do not give up on a family holiday. Sharing special moments with your children is an emotion unique and unrepeatable and every moment of travel becomes for the small ones (but not only!) a discovery and a time of learning: they discover the beauty of nature and learn to respect it and they can explore new places. But organizing a great trip for kids and adults may not be as nice and simple as living it! Any destination you and your family have in mind, from the sea to the mountains, here are some eco-friendly accommodations suitable for an eco-friendly family vacation!
Trentino – Discover the World of Bees
In the heart of the Adamello Brenta Natural Park, surrounded by the nature of Trentino, Dalla Natura La Salute awaits you, a perfect place for an eco-friendly family vacation in Italy. Families can experience rural life, interact with farm animals, and learn about the world of bees. With farm tours and hands-on learning for children, it’s a family experience like no other!
Why it is eco-friendly: Breakfast includes local, organic products like fresh honey, homemade jams, and cakes. The farm’s zero-mile products are also available for purchase. Sustainability is key, with solar panels for hot water, water-saving flow restrictors, and bio-architecture throughout the buildings.
What to do in the surrounding area: The park offers many activities to suit all, 48 lakes to explore, and 700 kilometers of marked trails. And Trento and its beautiful museums are only 45 km away!
Piedmont – Stay in a Treehouse
A treehouse stay in Piedmont is a dream come true for both kids and adults. At B&B Il Giardino dei Semplici in Cuneo, families can spend the night in a cozy treehouse surrounded by lush gardens. With flowers and plants of every kind, this eco-friendly family retreat offers a view of the Langhe Hills that’s simply breathtaking.
Why it is eco-friendly: Committed to sustainability, the B&B uses water-saving practices, energy-efficient lighting, and eco-friendly cleaning products.
What to do in the surrounding area: close to the B&B there are many opportunities for hiking through trails where nature, landscapes and art come together. Do not miss Saluzzo and Staffarda Abbey.
Tuscany – A Hobbit House Adventure
In Tuscany’s beautiful Maremma region, Glamping Il Sole offers unique stays in tepee tents, Mongolian yurts, or even a Hobbit house, perfect for fans of ‘The Lord of the Rings.’ Nestled among the hills of Grosseto, this eco-friendly glamping site allows families to enjoy farm activities like feeding sheep, making bread, and tasting organic cheeses.
Why it’s eco-friendly: the restaurant offers menus based on local and seasonal products. Environmental care is also reflected in the use of eco-friendly cleaning products, bio-architecture, and recycling.
What to do in the surrounding area: here you can choose between relaxing in the natural hot springs and exploring the many cultural itineraries through the beautiful medieval villages nestled in the Maremma countryside, from Chiusdino, where you can see the famous sword in the stone of Tuscany, to the sculptures set among the olive trees at the Tarot Garden in Garavicchio.
Valle Maira – Live in a Fairy Tale
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Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Valle Maira, Sagna Rotonda offers one of Italy’s top eco-friendly family accommodations. Restored with bio-architecture, this ancient village gives families access to a playroom, spa, and endless outdoor activities among Valle Maira’s untouched nature. It’s like stepping into a fairy tale!
Why it’s eco-friendly: Water is heated by the sun thanks to solar panels, and the electricity used is 100% generated from renewable sources. The ancient buildings have been restored following bio-architecture principles, and everything is designed with respect for the environment.
What to do in the surrounding area: We are in the heart of Valle Maira, surrounded by breathtaking nature. E-bike tours, trekking, walks along streams, and geological excursions to discover dinosaur footprints await your family.
Campania – Family Fun in Cilento
Located in Acciaroli, Residence Ancora is an eco-friendly hotel in Cilento designed for family vacations. Kids can play safely among swings, slides, and a large pool, with a private beach nearby. This sustainable residence offers fresh local food, solar-powered amenities, and water conservation for a low-impact family stay in Italy..
Why it is eco-friendly: the local food, the solar panels and the reduced consumption of water make this residence perfect for a sustainable holiday!
What to do in the surrounding area: Acciaroli is one of the most precious jewels of the Cilento: the mellow, the narrow streets, the scent of flowers, the long sandy beaches, the crystal blue sea make it an oasis of peace. But here you can also find numerous hiking trails and nearby there are monuments of cultural interest. Do not miss Paestum, one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
Which of these eco-friendly, family-friendly hotels in Italy will you choose for your next unforgettable adventure? Share your experiences and help inspire more families to travel sustainably!