Regenerative Luxury
Stays That Truly Heal and Rejuvenate
The future of travel isn’t just sustainable, it’s regenerative. The hospitality industry is shifting beyond “doing less harm” to actively restoring ecosystems, uplifting local communities, and creating experiences that leave the world better than before.
As we look ahead to 2026, a powerful wave of eco-luxury stays is emerging, places that don’t just leave a soft footprint but actively give back. Here are ten remarkable retreats (plus a few exciting new openings) that are helping shape regenerative travel’s future.
Gentle Escapes on Home Soil
Let’s begin close to home. Keythorpe Hall, in Leicestershire, is a Georgian-era manor reimagined as a regenerative sanctuary. Here, biomass boilers provide heat, while wildflower meadows give way to pollinators. The walled garden grows vegetables and herbs, which the kitchen turns into seasonal, farm-to-table meals. Guests can forage, take part in gin-making or cooking workshops, and connect intimately with the land. This is luxury that feels rooted in the earth.
Just over Europe’s seas, in Portugal’s sun-soaked Alentejo, lies Herdade da Cortesia, a 47-hectare estate that marries wellness, nature, and regeneration. Solar and geothermal energy power the property, greywater is reused, and native cork oak and olive trees dot the landscape. Cycling, birdwatching, paddleboarding, the estate offers guests myriad ways to immerse themselves in nature, and local cuisine comes straight from its own gardens. The place is Biosphere-certified and deeply committed to community.
Nearby, Craveiral Farmhouse sits quietly in the Alentejo countryside, a working organic farmground where regenerative agriculture is a way of life. Produce from permaculture gardens feeds the kitchen, and social partnerships bring purpose too. Locals with cognitive impairments help run the place, and guests can join in with garden work or cookery classes. It is hands-on, heartfelt, and quietly luxurious.
Retreats in Landscape & Wilderness
If mountain air calls to you, Skåbu Fjellhotell in Norway offers something deeply restorative. Situated in the highest-altitude inhabited village in the country, the lodge supports regenerative farming, seasonal vegetables, local livestock, and fish, while minimising waste. Its commitment to local traditions and wildlife makes it a genuine place for grounded, sustainable luxury.
In Devon, Fowlescombe Farm brings regenerative hospitality to the countryside. This 450-acre working organic farm invites guests to help harvest vegetables, collect eggs, and absorb the rhythm of nature. Restored barns offer cozy, purpose-built accommodation, and meals draw from the land. It is an escape that feels simple, honest, and soul-nourishing.
Tropical & Exotic Regenerative Sanctuaries
Turning to more distant shores, NIHI Sumba in Indonesia is a trailblazer in regenerative luxury. Its organic gardens, compost systems, and community projects, including education, health, and conservation, all contribute to the island’s well-being. Every stay here has meaning beyond indulgence.
In Morocco, La Sultana Oualidia rests beside a peaceful lagoon, where water recycling, organic gardens, and local craftsmanship create a design-luxury harmony. Guests drift through mangroves or kayak at dawn, tasting cuisine that is locally grown and thoughtfully prepared. It is a place where elegance meets ecological care.
On Bali, Mana (Earth Company) feels elemental. Built with bamboo and earthbags, running on solar power, treating wastewater through wetlands, and growing its own food, it offers workshops in regenerative agriculture and sustainable living, all in a space that feels like a living, breathing organism in harmony with nature.
Wildness Rejuvenated: Safari & Desert Luxury
For journeys that merge conservation with luxury, Xigera Safari Lodge in Botswana’s Okavango Delta stands out. Stunningly designed to blend with the landscape, it supports conservation projects and community initiatives, giving guests profound access to wildlife without a heavy footprint.
Similarly, Pelican Point Lodge in Namibia is a desert sanctuary built with ecological sensitivity. It supports local education efforts, works with community-run craft initiatives, and invites guests on guided tours that connect deeply with the land, wildlife, and culture.
Emerging 2026 Regenerative Openings
Looking to 2026, there are already some very exciting launches that align with regenerative or deeply sustainable travel values:
Six Senses Amaala (Red Sea, Saudi Arabia). Opening in 2026, this resort is being developed as part of a regenerative-tourism vision, with marine conservation, coral restoration, wellness, and villas woven into mangrove boardwalks.
Four Seasons Resort & Residences Amaala (Saudi Arabia). Also set to open as the part of the extensive Red Sea development in 2026, with an “Organic Spa Garden” and wellness rooted in environmental care.
Wildhive Eshott Hall (Northumberland, UK). Nestled within ancient woodland, this new 2026 hotel features wild cabins and a walled garden supplying its restaurant, blending heritage with nature.
Romègas (Valletta, Malta). Opening in March 2026 inside a restored 500-year-old palazzo. It centres on craftsmanship, place, and cultural legacy.
Though not all these hotels promise full ecological restoration, each of them is rooted in sustainability, local integration, and place-based design, making them well worth watching.
Why Regenerative Luxury Isn’t Just a Trend
The beauty of regenerative travel is that it is not just for eco-warriors. It is for people who care deeply about what happens after they leave. These ten hotels, plus the upcoming openings, invite us not just to escape, but to invest in the places we visit.
When you choose a regenerative luxury stay, you are supporting:
Ecological restoration, through rewilding landscapes, protecting habitats, and regenerating natural systems
Social impact, through community partnerships, local sourcing, and heritage preservation
Meaningful immersion, through experiences that connect you to place, culture, and nature
If you are dreaming of your next transformative escape, I would love to help you design a journey that prioritises healing, meaning, and luxury. Whether you are drawn to mangroves and coral, woodland and heritage, or remote wilderness, together we can craft an experience that aligns with your values.
Drop me a message and let’s start shaping a regenerative trip that is not just a holiday but a gift to the planet and to yourself.