HV.Hotel is founded on HIP V. HYPE’s commitment to demonstrating that the buildings we inhabit can significantly contribute to a positive environmental impact in our cities. Guided by a framework for Better Apartment Living, HV.Hotel embodies 11 key principles aimed at enhancing urban living while reducing the impact on the natural environment. These principles emphasize a strong connection to place and context, fostering a sense of community, and minimizing the environmental footprint.

The concept behind HV.Hotel is that firsthand experience is one of the most powerful tools for driving real change. Guests staying at HV.Hotel experience the tangible benefits of sustainable living, including more consistent internal temperatures, superior acoustic performance, fresher air, reduced energy consumption, and a lower carbon footprint. The hotel operates on 100% electric power, sourced entirely from renewable GreenPower electricity, underscoring its commitment to sustainability.

To enrich the guest experience, HV.Hotel offers “Seasonal Six,” a quarterly handwritten guide that highlights local eating, activities, relaxation spots, and explorations, providing guests with an authentic locals’ experience. The design of HV.Hotel is centered around enabling guests to live sustainably and conveniently, with the hope that their stay will inspire them to adopt more sustainable practices in their own lives.

Since its opening in 2023, HV.Hotel has welcomed over 300 guests and booked more than 210 nights, allowing a growing community to experience the advantages of gas-free, low-impact, sustainable living. This experience aims to empower guests with the knowledge and belief needed to make tangible contributions toward a more sustainable future, whether through small steps or significant lifestyle changes.

Photography by Kate Shanasy