Bambu Indah, Bali

Bali is one of the more popular touristic destinations for those who want to spend a luxurious holiday at the tropics. If close to the nature is your thing, Bambu Indah could be your next hotel. Eleven antique Javanese bridal homes were restored by John and Cynthia Hardy, who have been residing on the island for quite some time, as they built an eco-oriented village on the banks of the Ubud River.

Although they didn't sacrifice on the high-end hotel services that you have come to expect from a four-star hotel, the owners want tourists to feel as close to nature as possible. Thus, you can expect to fall asleep and wake up to calm waterfall noises and spend time in a hammock hung above the river.

If you're seeking adventure, then you're covered, since you'll be able to take a walk through the lush jungle or even spend time washing buffalos for the complete experience.

Photo source: Bambu Indah

Also, some of the food served at the hotel is grown locally, more specifically within the very gardens, so you can enjoy the freshness of the fruits and vegetables that are part of the menu. The homes are also powered by the sun's rays, meaning all the electricity you use is 100% carbon-free.

Speaking of the homes, you have plenty of choices, from an elegant Kuning House, perfect for a couple, to a very traditional and eco-friendly bamboo-made Sumba House and even a tree house set right above the river and the rest of the Bali ecosystem.

Photo source: Bambu Indah

Staying here won't be cheap, though, as the prices vary from 340 to 545 USD per night depending on the house and the season you're visiting. The good news is that now that winter is coming, the prices are the lowest, so maybe for the Christmas vacation you'll wait for Santa right at the tropics.

Adrère Amellal, Egypt

Adrère Amellal is one of those places that you could swear was built by kids at the beach. But that's not a bad thing at all. It's probably one of the closest built-for-nature hotels out there, as there's very little evidence if any of concrete or steel, for example.

Each of the 40 rooms has been hand-built with the help of nothing else but clay, sand and salt and all the furniture in the rooms is as eco-friendly as possible. The hotel is also electricity-free, meaning that the only light sources available there are candles and gas lamps. On the flip side, the night sky is said to look gorgeous, given the little light pollution.

Photo source: Adrere Amellal

The swimming pool, also made with nature in mind, is fueled by a local spring and when it comes to the cuisine, all fruits and vegetables served there are grown in the local garden. Also, cakes and breads are made onsite and locals provide the meat for the customers.

You won't be bored there, as you will be wowed by the nearby mountain, but also by the surroundings in the form of the old town of Shali, Fantas Island and the Temple of Um Ubeydah.

You can expect to pay 525 USD per night for a single desert room or as much as 1.620 USD per night for a salt suite.

The PIG at Combe, the UK

If tropical isn't your thing or you prefer a colder environment, then The PIG at Combe could be the place for you, if you also value sustainability.

Located in southwestern England, The PIG at Combe blends sustainability with an Elizabethan-style home. Upcycled furniture, recycled products and LED lighting for energy efficiency are just some of the sustainability features of the location and as with other nature-oriented hotels, some of the food is grown onsite.

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On the hotel's webpage you can find multiple things to do around the property and there's a bit of everything for those who want to enjoy a good meal, have some fun at a party or even explore some of the British nature.

Starting at 255 GBP per night for a two-person room, there's certainly a place for most people who want to spend a sustainable holiday at The PIG at Combe.