Sustainability at ScanHotels
Take responsibility.
Today and tomorrow.
For ScanHotels, sustainability means much more than just environmental and climate protection. It is an expression of our philosophy. We want to create places where people enjoy visiting, employees enjoy working, and our region remains a great place to live.
Our actions are guided by three areas that shape our daily work:
A healthy environment ensures a high quality of life—today and for future generations. That is why we use energy, water, and raw materials responsibly, strengthen regional cycles, and continuously reduce our ecological footprint. In this way, sustainability becomes a natural part of our daily hotel operations.
Our Areas of Focus
- Reducing Plastic and Packaging Waste
- Conscious Use of Energy and Water
- regional and sustainably produced products
- Promoting Biodiversity
- Sustainable Partnerships in the Region
Hospitality begins with people. That is why we foster respectful relationships, create opportunities for personal growth, and take responsibility for our region. Whether guests, employees, or partners—appreciation is the foundation of everything we do.
Our Areas of Focus
- respectful collaboration
- Learning and Personal Development
- social responsibility
- Commitment to Children and Youth
- open corporate culture
ScanHotels are more than just places to stay. We want to foster connections, highlight regional culture, and bring people closer to our home region. Together with partners from the worlds of culture, tourism, and sports, we create a diverse range of experiences for guests and locals alike.
Our Areas of Focus
- Promotion of Regional Culture
- Support for Sports and Events
- Collaboration with Regional Partners
- Accessibility
- Highlighting Regional Identity
Together, they form the foundation for sustainable practices at all ScanHotels.
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– : How We Put Sustainability into Practice
Green Deal
Guests staying with us for several nights can choose to opt out of daily room cleaning. This helps us save water, energy, and cleaning supplies. As a thank-you, our guests receive complimentary drinks from the minibar.
Together Against Plastic
As a member of the “Plastic-Free City” initiative, we are actively committed to reducing single-use plastic. Together with regional partners, we focus on reusable solutions and products that contain as little plastic as possible.
Reusable Instead of Disposable
We provide reusable cups free of charge to schools, clubs, and events. Each cup replaces numerous disposable cups and helps conserve valuable resources.
More Nature Around the Hotel
Green outdoor spaces provide habitats for insects and promote biodiversity. Local honey complements our breakfast menu while also supporting local beekeepers.
Certified as sustainable
Through independent certifications and regular assessments, we ensure that our sustainability goals are consistently pursued. Our Green Key-certified properties meet internationally recognized sustainability standards and consistently implement measures in the areas of environmental management, energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable procurement. This independent certification confirms our commitment to responsible and resource-efficient hotel operations and helps us continuously improve our practices.
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#lovable –
This is how we live out our values
Café Togetherness
Through regular discussion sessions, we share our thoughts on collaboration, values, and corporate culture. Open communication builds trust and strengthens our sense of community.
Learning as a Corporate Culture
At ScanHotels, professional development is part of our daily work routine. Training sessions, learning modules, and professional exchanges help our employees continuously develop their skills.
Meet the Talents
Our trainees take on responsibility early on. At the “Meet the Talents” gala evening, they independently organize an event and showcase their skills to their families and guests.
Etiquette for Kids
In partnership with local schools, we help children develop social skills, mutual respect, and confidence in everyday life through play.
Commitment to the Region
Through events such as the Ball Légère, we support regional organizations and initiatives, particularly projects for children and young people.
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This is how we create meaningful encounters
Experience Culture
Events organized by the city, such as the Ball Légère or after-work events, enrich cultural life in Rostock and create opportunities for people to meet.
Promote Sports
As a partner of regional sporting events, such as the Rostock City Run, we support physical activity, community, and a sense of regional connection.
Highlighting Regional Characteristics
Regional products, books, artwork, and music“PRINTED AND PRESSED IN MV”are, of course, an integral part of the ScanHotels experience. This allows our guests to experience Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania in an authentic way.
Accessibility
Our ScanHotels have been certified underthe “Travel for All” programand are designed to provide as many people as possible with a comfortable stay, regardless of their individual limitations.
Working Together Toward Sustainability
For ScanHotels, sustainability isn’t just a single project—it’s part of our corporate culture. With every decision we make, we aim to conserve resources, empower people, and help shape the future of our region in a sustainable way. Together with our employees, guests, and partners, we are constantly refining our initiatives—so that our home remains a place worth living in, worth loving, and worth experiencing tomorrow as well.
