Eco Certification

The Duke Boutique Hotel is the only Eco Certified Hotel in Gozo complying with all the requirements of the Malta Tourism Authority eco certification scheme which was launched in 2002 with the intention of creating more awareness and promoting good environmental practice amongst hotel operators. Ten years later the scheme evolved from a purely environmental scheme to one that promotes sustainability. The shift came about as a result of changing trends and the need to have a more holistic scheme which covers not just environmental good practice but also socioeconomic and cultural sustainability. This change also led to international recognition by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The main themes are, effective sustainability planning, waste management, supporting local produce and promoting 0km food, maximizing social and economic benefits for the local community, conserving water and energy, quality health and safety, enhancing cultural heritage and reducing negative impacts to the environment.

If we all work together, we can make a difference!

Our approach to business is guided by commitments to the following principles: Leadership, Inclusivity, Transparency, Integrity and Continuous Improvement. Our business faces daily challenges and opportunities. We have made improvements to our structure and invested in machinery and equipment in order to minimize our impact on the environment. We have been eco-certified since 2018.

Our rooms are thermally insulated and sound proofed.

All external windows and doors are double glazed with argon gas.

Rooms have a rooms management system (REMS) with sensors to switch off air conditioning units and lights when no one is present in the room.

Also, all bedroom doors and windows have sensors so energy is used efficiently.

We use second class water for flushing toilets

We have a water reservoir for water collection

Toilets also have dual flush system

All Bulbs in rooms and common areas are LEDs

TV and all electronic equipment are energy saving

Corridor lights are timer controlled

Bedroom curtains have black out lining to reduce excess heat in the room

Awnings are installed on south facing glass room doors to also reduce heat in the rooms

Bathroom taps have filter system and are checked daily for dripping

All rooms are non-smoking

We monitor energy consumption on a daily basis

We monitor water consumption on a daily basis

We seperate waste

We re-use papers at reception for in-house printing

Printing paper is eco-sustainable

We use refillable toners for printing

We use eco-sustainable toilet paper

Room amenity bottles are recycled and recycable

Complimentary water bottles given on arrival are also recycled and recycable

Single use plastic is not used

We encourage the re use of towels and linen by our guests

Local produce is used in the kitchen

We grow our own herbs

Food waste policy is in place that includes education, food waste prevention, reduction, recycling, and disposal

Local artists are promoted in rooms (local photography, local blown glass and leather products)

Local artisan products (local foods, local blown glass and leather products) are sold at reception

Local services are promoted on social media and website

We Support

We sponsor local activities – operas, musicals, events and activities. We promote local activities and events on our social media. We support various local foundations such as: The Oasi Foundation, Marigold Foundation, Victoria Scouts Group, ALS Foundation. We support local secondary and higher secondary schools with educational training including school visits and career exposure opportunities for school children.

Our Rooms

Our rooms unveil a discreet luxury, with the finest details taken care of, to ensure maximum comfort throughout.

Offered in a variety of different layouts, that is single, double (twin or king sized beds), triple & quadruple (twin or king sized beds plus sofa or folding beds) and rooms with disability access, the environments satisfy our guests' every need.

All rooms are unique, that is, each room is slightly different in layout, shape and size. Some have a bath, others have a sitting area, some have views and others have Jacuzzi® Hot tubs, but what they all have in common is that they are all finished to the same high standards.

Standard Internal Rooms

Standard Internal Rooms

Garden View Rooms with Balcony (overlooking Villa Rundle Gardens)

Garden View Rooms with Balcony (overlooking Villa Rundle Gardens)

Accessible Guest Rooms – Standard Internal or Garden View

Accessible Guest Rooms – Standard Internal or Garden View

Long stay accommodation with kitchenette

Long stay accommodation with kitchenette

Spa Room with Courtyard

Spa Room with Courtyard

Terrace Rooms with Jacuzzi® Hot Tub

Terrace Rooms with Jacuzzi® Hot Tub

Citadel View Spa Rooms with Juliette Balcony

Citadel View Spa Rooms with Juliette Balcony

Junior Suites with Jacuzzi® Hot Tub and Private Terrace

Junior Suites with Jacuzzi® Hot Tub and Private Terrace

Citadel View Spa Rooms with Private Terrace

Citadel View Spa Rooms with Private Terrace

Presidential Suite with Private Pool and Terrace

Presidential Suite with Private Pool and Terrace

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