One should expect more

Villa Copenhagen is determined to redefine the industry. It is hotel in a league of its own that offers experiences of beauty, knowledge, and humanity at their deepest and most inspiring level. A place that brings people together, who would otherwise never meet. A temporary home for the adventurous, the socially and environmentally conscious and the quality-oriented citizens of the world.

Acting sustainable should not be a choice, it should be a given. As citizens of the modern world, we cannot hide from the fact that our lifestyle impacts the environment. As travellers and explorers – whether business or pleasure- we should recognise the impact we make and try to limit our footprint to the best of our abilities. One of the core values of Villa Copenhagen is Conscious Luxury. One might ask what that actually means, which is a valid question asked to an upscale hotel that strives to provide its visitors and guests with experiences and surroundings above and beyond.

Conscious luxury in the context of Villa Copenhagen is the enjoyment of the best in life, but it is not just about luxury in a material form, it is the experience of beauty, knowledge, and humanity at their deepest and most inspiring level. Conscious luxury is about enjoying everything life has to offer from grand experiences and unexpected encounters, to quality food and inspiring surroundings, while at the same time taking responsibility for one’s actions and impact on the planet. 

Acting responsibly is part of the Villa Copenhagen DNA and as part of this responsibility the hotel pledge to promote and work to towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Four SDGs, Villa Copenhagen has a direct impact on, have been selected. The SDGs are goal 8: Decent work and Economic Growth, goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production and goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

How does Villa Copenhagen work towards these goals one might ask? The answer is through a wide variety of initiatives deeply rooted within the hotel and the local community of Copenhagen. Villa Copenhagen promotes diversity. Regardless of educational background, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation you can take part in the Villa community. The saying goes that at Villa Copenhagen “they hire personality and train skills”. Additionally, through a rage of initiatives, Villa Copenhagen plays an active part in supporting the local community. One of such initiatives is Feed the Neighbour. An initiative launched to support the marginalised citizens of Copenhagen.

From decisions on what is served within the restaurants to the amenities in the hotel suites and the materials at the foundation of the hotel, Villa Copenhagen takes great pride in providing its visitors and guests with sustainable solutions and experiences. To name just a few, the amenities collaboration with Skandinavisk where focus is on quality products in refill bottles to limit single-use plastic, the outdoor pool heated through excess heat, dining experiences where focus is on locally grown produces, reduction in meat and attention to food waste, not to mention a hidden garden where bees pollinate and produce honey.

Villa Copenhagen has a responsibility – and proudly takes it on -– to push the boundaries of what to expect from a modern-day, upscale hotel when it comes to experiences, hospitality and sustainability.