The 10 best vegan hotels in the world — and what to know before you book
The 10 best fully vegan hotels in the world and what to know before you book
Traveling while vegan can be exhausting.
I know, I've experienced it. On my first visit to Chiang Mai (before I moved there) I ordered a seemingly innocent cucumber salad at the hotel where I was staying. It was so hot and a nice, fresh, crunchy cucumber salad sounded perfect.
I grabbed my fork and dug in. And discovered it was drenched in fish sauce.
When I first went vegan, I cannot even count the amount of times I accidentally was served something that wasn't vegan. No matter how many times I confirmed, translated, explained, played charades.
You get it.
I've settled for fries a lot.
When it comes to hotels, it can be even more frustrating because you're staying there. Maybe you want to stay in your robe in the morning and enjoy some breakfast and coffee before entering the world.
Or, you come in late and are hungry and there aren't any dishes you can order to your room.
Which is why vegan hotels are so special.
Everything is designed -- from the food you're eating to the plush pillow you're sleeping on -- for the vegan lifestyle.
When you're at a vegan hotel, ahhhh, there's no second-guessing. No hoping there's not some secret milk powder tucked into whatever it is you're eating.
You're all good. Worry-free.
And that, my friends, is magical.
But (dun dun dun), it isn't as easy at it always seems to book a vegan hotel. There's navigating you've got to do, especially if your whole reason for visiting a destination is that hotel.
Some are adults-only. Some are seasonal. Some are not accessible except for gondola. When you're booking flights and activities and transit, it's easy to miss little details and end up eliminating that pre-trip happiness that happens.
As a vegan travel advisor who has spent years curating bespoke trips for plant-based travelers, I've done the vetting so you don't have to, and know which ones to suggest depending on your age, transit requirements and time of year.
These are 12 of the best fully vegan hotels in the world for you to book.
Or if you'd rather hand the whole thing off so you can just enjoy your trip, I can do that, too.
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What "fully vegan" means at these hotels
I'm sure you know "vegan-friendly" isn't the same as fully vegan. Vegan-friendly means the kitchen can accommodate you or there are options. Maybe there are down alternatives for pillows. Maybe there's no leather on property. Maybe the amenities are vegan.
Fully vegan means the entire property was built around vegan values. So the food, the bedding, the spa products, the cleaning supplies, the toiletries, and in many cases the ethos behind how the property sources, operates, and gives back.
When you're spending money on a luxury trip and want it to be hassle-free, a vegan hotel delivers that in spades.
Every property on this list is fully vegan. Enjoy!
The 10 best vegan hotels
Ahead Burghotel, Lenzen, Germany
Part castle, part wellness retreat — ahead burghotel is a climate-positive property set in the UNESCO Elbe River Biosphere Reserve. Yes, a climate-positive vegan castle. The eco-friendly rooms are spread across the castle and its historic school building.
Amenities include a wellness area, saunas, a meditation tea house with a heated floor, yoga, a fitness center, and bamboo bike rentals. The property offsets emissions with reforestation projects, reduces plastic throughout, and sources regionally. It's also won multiple sustainability awards.
Perfect for: the eco-traveler who wants a unique stay
Away Chiang Mai Thapae, Chiang Mai, Thailand
After living in Chiang Mai for years, going back to stay here felt like coming home. Away Chiang Mai Thapae sits right in the middle of the city's energy, but stepping onto the property is a sanctuary of peace.
Moreganic, the on-site restaurant, serves Western and Thai plant-based cuisine Amenities include an outdoor pool, spa and wellness center, yoga and meditation classes, retreat-style programming, and bike rentals.
Perfect for: anyone who wants a well-priced vegan hotel experience while exploring Northern Thailand and all it has to offer
Koukoumi Vegan Boutique Hotel, Mykonos, Greece
Greece's first 5-star fully vegan hotel is dreamy. Tucked into the quieter village of Ano Mera, it's a serene escape from the party-heavy energy of Mykonos Town. But, it's still close enough to the beaches, boutiques, and the nightlife to get the most out of the popular destination.
The restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes, with raw, seasonal, and detox menu options alongside dishes like truffle risotto and creative desserts. Amenities include a magnesium pool (please, can this be everywhere), spa, yoga shala, gym, and cooking classes.
Koukoumi is solar-powered, Green Key certified, and operates with a zero-waste philosophy with composting, fermentation of food scraps, and eliminating single-use plastic wherever possible.
Perfect for: luxury vegan travelers who want a beautiful Greek island base holiday
La Vimea, South Tyrol, Italy
Italy's first fully vegan hotel is still considered one of the best in the world. LA VIMEA is an adults-only alpine retreat nestled in the Dolomites. It's minimalist design, mountain air, and food tucks you into another universe here.
Expect cozy food for breakfast and lunch, and elegant multi-course dinners. All food here is organic and from ethical supply chains, paired with natural wines from small regional producers. To sweeten the pot, there is a saltwater pool, natural swimming pond, saunas, yoga, meditation, and forest bathing sessions all included.
The property also enforces a nightly digital detox from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Your inbox will survive.
Perfect for: Couples and solo travelers who want to chill out in the Dolomites. But, take note -- the hotel is only open seasonally from April through October and, as a part of its commitment to reducing electricity, rooms don't have air conditioning. Fortunately, the mountain elevation keeps things naturally cool.
Mother Earth Vegan Hotel, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a global leader in ecotourism with near 100 percent renewable energy, biodiversity protections, and a government-backed certification standard for sustainable tourism. Mother Earth Vegan Hotel fits right along with that.
This small boutique hotel offers rooms with private terraces, organic amenities, and contemporary décor. The restaurant serves globally-inspired, seasonal plant-based dishes. Amenities include a saltwater pool, rooftop yoga studio, spa therapies, and sound-healing workshops.
The hotel is also one of the most sustainable on the list. It has solar panels, biodegradable cleaning products, grey water recycling, and natural mosquito repellents.
Perfect for: the eco-conscious vegan traveler who wants beach access and outdoor adventure
Paradiso Pure.Living, Alpe di Siusi, Dolomites, Italy
Imagine waking up on Europe's largest high-alpine meadow at 2,020 meters above sea level, surrounded by the stunning Dolomite peaks and you've got Paradiso Pure.Living.
Rooms tap into the alpine surroundings with wood finishes and sweeping meadow views. There are even rooms with low-radiation options that offer ethernet instead of wifi. Both on-site restaurants emphasize organic Italian ingredients from sustainable farms. The star here is Restaurant Omnia, an ultra-exclusive six table experience, serving a 10-course dinner. If you don't book the restaurant when you book your reservation, chances are you're not getting in.
Amenities include a spa, yoga studio, terrace, art gallery, indoor and outdoor saltwater pools, float tank, gym, saunas, and guided hikes.
Take note Paradiso operates under soft-mobility rules, meaning guests arrive by gondola or controlled road access only.
Perfect for: Travelers who want fully vegan luxury in the mountains
Stanford Inn by the Sea, Mendocino, California
Stanford Inn is the only luxury vegan resort in the United States and has been around for a long time.
On-site is Ravens Restaurant, which serves gourmet vegan cuisine sourced from the resort's own organic farm. Cooking classes and wellness retreats are available as add-ons and should be booked when making your reservation.
Amenities include a heated indoor pool, hot tub, canoes, free rental bikes, organic gardens, massages, acupuncture, acupressure, wellness workshops, complimentary afternoon tea, and a daily happy hour. The property also has EV chargers, a habitat restoration program, and a renowned international training program in sustainable small-scale farming.
Perfect for: travelers who wants a coastal California experience with wellness and nature
Vegan Agrivilla I Pini, San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy
In the rolling hills of Tuscany sits I Pini, an 11-room agrivilla for some slow holiday living. This farmhouse was restored in 2018 using natural materials like hemp and clay, creating an eco-sanctuary that sits on land offering rolling vineyards, olive groves, and regenerative gardens.
The cuisine is seed-to-table, with ingredients grown in the permaculture garden or sourced from local organic farms. Expect wood-fired sourdough, fresh juices, and four-course dinners paired with house-made vegan wine and olive oil. The property also has a saltwater pool, library, yoga spaces, wine tastings, and garden tours.
This is a small, intimate property that books out so it's important to book early, especially if you want to visit in the summer or fall.
Perfect for: vegan foodies and nature lovers who want the storybook Tuscany experience
Vegan Hotel Nicolay 1881, Mosel Valley, Germany
Family-run since the 1800s, this Moselle riverside property is a vegan foodie's dream with multiple on-site vegan restaurants, complete with a fully vegan wine program and an ice cream shop with sundaes and cakes.Their wine bar, Die Weinstube, was the first vegan restaurant inside a German hotel back in 2012.
Spacious river-view rooms and suites come with spa and indoor pool access.
Perfect for: wine lovers and foodies who want to spend time in German wine country
Villa Vegana, Selva, Mallorca, Spain
I recently put this hotel on a client itinerary and am obsessed with it. One of Europe's first fully vegan hotels, Villa Vegana is a 15th-century manor house tucked into a conservation area overlooking the Tramuntana Mountains. It's also an animal sanctuary.
The property combines rustic Spanish charm with modern comforts. Breakfasts include tofu scrambles, vegan sausages, fresh fruit, oats, and pancakes. Dinner is a set menu spotlighting local organic vegetables and international dishes.
This hotel books quickly because it's small and family-run.
Perfect for: travelers visiting Mallorca and want to know they'll be eating immensely well
Booking can be more complicated than you think
While this list makes it seem straightforward, it isn't always.
Seasonal closures can make it difficult for travel planning, especially when the info may not be presented immediately. Age restrictions vary and aren't always prominently disclosed. Soft-mobility rules affect packing and arrival. Some properties are so small that the room type you want sells out months in advance. Exclusive dining experiences like Paradiso's Restaurant Omnia need to be reserved well in advance, which means you've got to plan early.
Knowing which property fits your travel style, your travel dates, your group, and your budget and then securing the right room, and dining reservations can be stressful and a giant pain. But, that's what a vegan travel advisor is there to alleviate for you so can avoid the stress, hassle and planning time.
Ready to hand this off to someone who has already done the vetting?
