L.A. welcomes Hotel Palomar

Back in January, I posted this on Kimpton's eco-chic hotels in Cali. Now, new news emerges from the San Francisco-based collection of boutique hotels, announcing a new environmentally-friendly hotel, Hotel Palomar Los Angeles.

Located in Los Angeles’ upscale Westwood neighborhood, adjacent to Beverly Hills at 10740 Wilshire Blvd., the sophisticated hotel will boast an art theme amongst its 268 guest rooms and sweeping city views. Also incorporated are more than 40 eco-friendly practices, including in-room recycling bins; energy-efficient lighting; water-efficient fixtures; toiletries made from natural ingredients by earth-friendly manufacturers; organic food and beverage options in its mini-bars and a restaurant that follows the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch’s sustainable seafood guidelines.

In recognition of the hotel's efforts, the California Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded Kimpton its most prestigious ecological honor, the Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award, which goes to businesses that focus on preserving the state’s resources.

For all the juicy details on EarthCare, Kimpton’s company-wide environmentally friendly program, click here.