Green Hotels in Spokane

Spokane, Washington, is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with skiing, white-water rafting, camping, hiking, lakes and national parks in close proximity. The modern and quaint downtown area affords many natural, cultural and shopping activities, including the Spokane River and Riverfront Park in the heart of the city. The progressive city of Spokane leads the country in sustainable practices, and several green lodging facilities highlight the environmental focus.

The Davenport Hotel

The historic Davenport Hotel in downtown Spokane opened as an environmentally conscious hotel in 1914. The hotel used an air-filtration system, minimizing unnecessary cleaning costs. The property also used a central vacuum system allowing a single set of motors and filters to clean the entire hotel. In addition, the hotel's founder, Louis Davenport, designed the first folding air walls in ballrooms so that several events could occur simultaneously while heating or cooling only one room.

The 611-room Davenport Hotel continues sustainable practices today through its Historically Green program. The hotel engages in water, electricity and natural gas saving measures, and enforces waste reduction and recycling programs property-wide.

Although the property employs many practices to minimize its carbon footprint, the Davenport does not skimp on luxury. The Davenport offers guests a variety of spacious and lavishly decorated suites, complete with hand-carved mahogany furniture and marble bathtubs. Hotel amenities include nightly turn-down service, indoor pool and Jacuzzi, and a full-service concierge.

The Davenport Hotel
10 South Post St.
Spokane, WA 99201
(509) 455-8888
thedavenporthotel.com

Best Western Peppertree Airport Inn

Green Suites awarded The Best Western Peppertree Airport Inn a Green Hotel Certification in 2009 due to its eco-friendly practices. The property is located five minutes from Spokane International Airport and eight miles from downtown Spokane. The property features 100 tastefully decorated guest rooms and a complimentary breakfast buffet. The Best Western also offers airport transfer service with its complimentary shuttle.

Best Western Peppertree Airport Inn
3711 S Geiger Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99224
(866) 627-7191
peppertreespokane.com

Doubletree Hotel Spokane-City Center

The Doubletree Hotel Spokane-City Center in downtown Spokane rests on the banks of the Spokane River. The hotel includes 375 comfortable guest rooms and two on-property restaurants. The Doubletree also features a fitness center and outdoor heated pool. The property received Green Seal's GS-33 Lodging Certification to signify their environmental responsibility.

Doubletree Hotel Spokane-City Center
322 North Spokane Falls Court
Spokane, WA 99201
(509) 455-9600
Doubletree.Hilton.com/Spokane

Article Written By Heather Lacey

Heather Lacey is a freelance writer who has been specializing in print and Web articles since 2008. She is a regular contributor to "Go Gilbert!," "Scottsdale Health Magazine" and other local publications. Lacey has a professional background in hospitality management and studied journalism at Phoenix College.

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