A HISTORIC MILESTONE FOR THE ONE PALÁCIO DA ANUNCIADA | News
The One Palácio da Anunciada, the 5-star flagship of H10 Hotels’ luxury brand in Lisbon, marks a milestone in Portuguese hospitality by becoming a member of Beyond Green. This global alliance represents the world’s most rigorous sustainability standard for hotels, recognizing properties that demonstrate exceptional leadership through pillars that extend beyond conservation toward true regeneration.
As the only establishment in Portugal to hold this distinction, the hotel consolidates its position as a benchmark for “luxury with purpose,” seamlessly aligning its 16th-century heritage with the demands of the 21st century.
The Three Pillars of Beyond Green at The One Palácio da Anunciada
Admission into Beyond Green is an extraordinary process, requiring compliance with over 50 indicators aligned with global sustainable tourism standards. At The One Palácio da Anunciada, these pillars are reflected as follows:
1. Preserving Cultural Heritage (Culture)
• From Palace to Hotel: The essence of the project lies in the respectful restoration of a 16th-century building. Sustainability begins with preservation and adaptive reuse rather than demolition.
• Artistic Immersion: The hotel serves as a guardian of Portuguese culture, hosting the Art Gallery at The One, a rotating collection of Portuguese art featuring renowned artists such as José de Guimarães. This integration allows guests to not only visit Lisbon but to experience its identity through original architecture, art, and iconic gardens presided over by a centuries-old Dragon Tree (Drago).
2. Nature Protection (Nature)
• “Stay Green” Strategy: Under the H10 Hotels corporate umbrella, The One Palácio da Anunciada has implemented cutting-edge technology for water and energy efficiency. In line with the protection of nature, the hotel maintains its own urban garden, providing fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs for its gastronomic restaurant and signature cocktails. Furthermore, it significantly reduces its carbon footprint through self-consumption initiatives.
• Biosphere Certification: The hotel guarantees an operation free of single-use plastics and a circular waste management system, validated by the Biosphere seal. Every operational decision is designed to minimize the environmental impact on the Portuguese capital’s urban ecosystem.
3. Supporting Local Economy and Community (Community)
• Local Sourcing: The hotel prioritizes partnerships with local artisans, farmers, and suppliers, ensuring that the economic benefits of tourism remain within the region. For instance, at the Condes de Ericeira gastronomic restaurant, the culinary focus is on “Kilometer Zero” (farm-to-table) sourcing, highlighting Atlantic fish, artisanal cheeses, and other local delicacies.
• Social Impact: The property promotes fair employment and continuous training for local teams, embedding social responsibility into the DNA of its daily management.
In the words of the hotel’s General Manager, Leandro Muñoz García: “To be the only Beyond Green property in Portugal is an honor we embrace with profound responsibility.” He further adds: “Our mission is to demonstrate that contemporary luxury and historical preservation can not only coexist but must serve as the driving force for a new era of hospitality—one that is more ethical, human-centric, and regenerative.”
With this distinction, The One Palácio da Anunciada positions itself as one of Lisbon’s most prominent hotels, leading sustainable hospitality in the Portuguese market. The property is committed to an environmentally conscious operational model focused on fostering and empowering local partnerships.
With this alliance, The One by H10 Hotels strengthens its urban luxury brand, The One, which already features four properties in iconic European cities such as Barcelona, Lisbon, Porto, and Paris.
THE ONE PALÁCIO DA ANUNCIADA
Rua das Portas de Santo Antão, 112-134
1150-268, Lisbon (Portugal)
T (+351) 210 412 300
theonepalaciodaanunciada.com
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