Sustainability Policy

At Flannery’s Hotel, our motto is “Arrive as Guests, Leave as Friends” and we believe caring for our environment and community is part of that promise.

Sustainability is not a trend for us; it’s an ongoing commitment. We are continuously working to reduce our environmental impact, support local suppliers, and create a more responsible future for Galway.

We are committed to:

▪ Reducing our carbon footprint

▪ Conserving natural resources

▪ Supporting local businesses and producers

▪ Minimising waste

▪ Engaging both staff and guests in sustainable practices

We understand sustainability is a journey, not a destination — and we are proud of the steps we are taking every day.

Reducing energy consumption is a key focus for us. Our initiatives include:

▪ LED lighting in guest rooms and communal areas

▪ Motion sensor lighting in corridors

▪ Timers on boilers to optimise energy use

▪ Insulation upgrades to reduce heating and cooling demands

▪ Installation of solar panels

▪ Electric vehicle charging points in our car park

We are actively reducing water usage throughout the hotel:

▪ Low-flow taps and showerheads

▪ Regular maintenance checks to prevent and fix leaks promptly

We aim to reduce waste at source and improve recycling practices:

▪ Segregated recycling for paper, glass and plastics in staff areas

▪ Minimising single-use plastics across the hotel

▪ Compostable coffee cups and lids

▪ Compostable water bottles

▪ Encouraging guests to reuse towels and linens

Supporting local and choosing responsibly sourced products is central to our approach:

▪ Preference for local suppliers and producers

▪ Sourcing goods and food from Galway and the West of Ireland where possible

▪ Procuring services from local businesses

▪ Eco-friendly cleaning products

▪ Eco-friendly guest hygiene products

▪ All linens laundered in-house

By working with local suppliers, we reduce transport emissions while supporting the regional economy.

Sustainability is a team effort.

▪ Ongoing staff training on energy use, waste reduction and guest communication

▪ Encouraging staff suggestions and innovation

▪ Embedding sustainable practices into daily operations

We invite our guests to join us in making a positive impact during their stay.

Guests can help by:

▪ Reusing towels and linens

▪ Turning off lights, heating and air conditioning when not in use

▪ Skipping daily housekeeping where possible

▪ Choosing emailed receipts and confirmations to reduce paper waste

▪ Using public transport — with bus routes to and from Galway city directly outside the hotel

As a proud Galway business, we are committed to supporting our local community:

▪ Partnering with local farms and producers

▪ Supporting Galway and West of Ireland suppliers

▪ Working with local service providers

As part of our shared journey towards a greener future, here are simple ways you can contribute during your stay:

▪ Reuse towels and linens

▪ Turn off lights and electronics when not in use

▪ Skip unnecessary housekeeping

▪ Support local businesses

▪ Walk, cycle or use public transport while exploring Galway

Together, we can continue building a more sustainable future for our city.

Where possible we use local suppliers with sustainability policies in place.

We are always reviewing and improving our practices. If you have suggestions or feedback on how we can do better, we would love to hear from you at feedback@flanneryshotel.net

Sustainability is a shared responsibility and we are proud to be taking these steps for our guests, our community, and our environment.