BEST HOSPITALITY SUSTAINABLE HOTEL

Situated 3,000 meters above sea level, the Shinta Mani Mustang is not only “the world's poshest mountain hut” (The Times), but also a prime example of sustainable and socially responsible luxury tourism. Or to quote Bill Bensley, hotel visionary, designer and mastermind behind the project: “We should take more responsibility for issues such as education, clean water, alternative energy, food waste and the protection of nature.Let's stop greenwashing and finally do something real.” In concrete terms, this meantFor the Shinta Mani Mustang, an existing building was completely gutted and rebuilt in a resource-conserving way with the help of local craftsmen. In addition, only local materials and traditionally crafted furniture and utensils were used in the 29 suites, which all have around 230 m2 of living space and mountain views from floor-to-ceiling windows. Residents of the surrounding villages, trained as “adventure butlers”, accompany guests on excursions that introduce them to the country and its people in a very personal and gentle way. The resort also works closely with the Pasang Lhamu Foundation, which owes its name to the first Nepalese woman to climb Mount Everest and is dedicated to education, health and equal opportunities.
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