Sustainability
A FUNDAMENTAL PILLAR OF YOUR STAY
Sustainability
A FUNDAMENTAL PILLAR OF YOUR STAY
At theHotel San Samuele , we believe that hospitality must go hand in hand with care and respect for the planet and the local community that hosts us.
To translate this commitment into concrete actions, we have embarked on a strategic path toward obtaining the GSTC certification (Global Sustainable Tourism Council), one of the most authoritative international standards for sustainable tourism.
Our goal is not only to meet strict environmental, social, and economic criteria, but also to adopt a responsible management approach that involves the entire organization:
Our journey is constantly evolving: day by day, we are making the principles of sustainability the cornerstones of your stay.
OUR CODE OF ETHICS: TRANSPARENCY AND SHARED VALUES
We believe that true sustainability begins, first and foremost, with transparency and mutual respect. For this reason, we have drafted our Code of Ethics, a key document in the GSTC certification process that outlines the fundamental guiding principles of our business: fairness in employment relationships, protection of human rights, integrity in our relationships with partners and suppliers, and accountability to the local community.
Openly sharing our core values is the first step toward building a genuine relationship of trust with our guests, employees, and the local community.
LET'S LOVE AND RESPECT VENICE'S FRAGILITY
Venice is not just the city that hosts us: it is an ecosystem unlike any other in the world, a treasure trove of art and nature of extraordinary beauty but also of immense fragility. For theHotel San Samuele, respect for the environment and the local community is a concrete commitment that we uphold every day through our operational decisions and by selecting suppliers and service partners who share our vision of sustainability.
Experiencing Venice with Awareness and Respect
To preserve the magic of our bridges, squares, and canals, we ask our guests to join us in actively caring for the city during their stay. Small, individual actions make a big difference for the entire Venetian ecosystem:
Protection of Public Decorum and Monuments: Venice is an open-air museum. We ask that you respect the historic bridges and the steps of the monuments by refraining from using them as seats while eating.
Waste Management: Help us keep the streets clean. Always use the designated public trash cans to dispose of your trash, and avoid littering plastic or other trash in the environment and in the canals.
Walk Slowly: Please respect the city’s pedestrian flow by keeping to the right on the narrowest streets, to ensure harmonious coexistence between visitors and residents.
DISCOVER THE TRUE SPIRIT OF THE CITY WITH OUR VIRTUAL ASSISTANT AND DEDICATED APP
Venice is rich in history, artisanal traditions, and hidden corners that deserve to be discovered slowly and respectfully. To help you enjoy an authentic and mindful experience, we’re offering you our digital guide, which you can easily access via the Alexa voice assistant in your room or by downloading our dedicated app.
You can interact with Alexa using voice commands, the device’s touchscreen or conveniently from your smartphone by opening the app, to request personalized recommendations on:
- Cultural and scenic itineraries and natural sites off the beaten path of mass tourism
- Events related to folk traditions and Venetian art.
- Practical tips for getting around the city in perfect harmony with local life.
A WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT WITHOUT BARRIERS: ACCESSIBILITY FOR ALL
At theHotel San Samuele , we believe that hospitality should be truly inclusive and welcoming to everyone. We are committed to ensuring that all our guests can enjoy a peaceful, independent, and comfortable stay.
Our facility is designed to eliminate architectural barriers and provide greater accessibility to its spaces
All floors of the building and the common areas are easily accessible thanks to our elevator, which complies with all regulations.
We have two rooms that have been specifically designed and built to accommodate guests with limited mobility or physical disabilities, ensuring ample space for movement and ergonomic comfort.
We have integrated state-of-the-art technologies to accommodate the needs of guests with visual, hearing, or cognitive disabilities.
Upon request, all rooms can be equipped with built-in visual and audible emergency alarms, designed to ensure maximum safety for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired.