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Green Hotel The planet is a treasure we hold dear

A stay at Duchessa Margherita is rich in sustainable considerations, for the comfort of our guests and the earth we inhabit.

Solutions for reduced environmental impact

We believe in the importance of “small choices”. An establishment like ours, surrounded by natural wonders and situated in a UNESCO territory, must be at the forefront of safeguarding this beauty.

This is why we are always looking for new considerations to reduce our environmental impact, while ensuring a comfortable and luxurious stay.

Some of our attentions include:

  • lighting with exclusively low-consumption bulbs
  • bathrooms with flow reducers for lower consumption of drinking water
  • insulated walls for energy and heating savings
  • condensing boiler
  • thermostatic valves in every room for better temperature control directly by the guest and for energy savings.

The facility also has a small bioclimatic greenhouse in the loggia that helps reduce thermal bridging and assists in heating the structure on sunny days even in winter. The stairwell and some common areas are also equipped with presence detectors and timers to contain electricity consumption.

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Choices that Make a Difference

Duchessa Margherita’s work doesn’t stop at electricity consumption: every aspect of life and guests’ stay is designed to be as sustainable as possible.

In particular:

  • we carry out separate waste collection, dividing paper, plastic, and glass
  • in every bathroom, we have displayed a notice for limiting daily linen washing to reduce waste
  • cleaning is carried out exclusively with eco-friendly products, and when possible, we minimize plastic consumption by purchasing refills or bulk products.

While it’s true that we do our part, it’s equally true that it’s always a team effort: our guests play an essential role in the effectiveness of our measures. Common areas are also equipped with presence detectors and timers to contain electricity consumption.

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360° Sustainability, Even in the Kitchen

Our breakfasts, as well as every preparation from our kitchen, follow the same ideals. Being fortunate to be in a region famous for its high-quality raw materials, it’s not difficult for us to offer a service that is both sustainable and enjoyable.

Regarding breakfast and all foods served in the facility:

  • we use organic, untreated, and seasonal fruit, locally sourced foods, and typical, local, and seasonal products
  • we provide our beverages in glass and ceramic cups and in glass bottles both in the breakfast room and in the bedrooms

The facility also has a small bioclimatic greenhouse in the loggia that helps reduce thermal bridging and assists in heating the structure on sunny days even in winter. The stairwell and some common areas are also equipped with presence detectors and timers to contain electricity consumption.

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Our customers say

  • Jay Moto

    Jay Moto

    05 Sep 2025

    I stayed here on a visit from Ireland on my motorcycle last July while visiting some Italian friends. I know there area quite well but it was my first time staying at the Duchessa it's a beautiful hotel with wonderful rooms and the service is excellent good parking and you can enjoy a nice evening in the Square in vicoforte and relax and unwind

  • Jefferey Nader Jefferey

    Jefferey Nader Jefferey

    01 Feb 2025

    One of the most iconic hotel that i have ever visited. Each details in the hotel takes you back to the ancient time and golden days where luxury was simple and you can feel that you are living in a different ages. The room are well done , no elevator so try to come without excessive luggage. The service is ok sometimes we had to search for the staff to ask something they disappear 😆 10 min walking from some restaurant and gelateria. Next to the famous church in the town.

  • Steve Macfarlane

    Steve Macfarlane

    02 Sep 2018

    What a lovely place! The staff we're really attentive, nothing was too much to ask. The breakfast is standard continental fayre but nice and fresh. If you're after a relaxing time to get away from everything, this is it.

  • JP

    JP

    29 Sep 2019

    Nice to stay. Rooms are very good, but breakfast to be improved.

  • Emily Macdonald

    Emily Macdonald

    05 Jun 2016

    Lovely staff and the most amazing church tour in the world--breathtaking!