Over the years, NU Hotel Brooklyn has welcomed thousands of travelers from all around the world to explore the beauty of New York. As a host to creatives, communities, and lovers of travel, NU Hotel is committed to making the Brooklyn experience another great travel story for many, but in a sustainable and responsible way. Use our guide to help you explore the city as an environmentally-conscious traveler.
Stay at NU Hotel Brooklyn
Striving toward a greener and cleaner future is one of our driving passions. Our sustainability approach includes a plethora of initiatives like the use of energy-efficient light bulbs, an energy management system to monitor room temperatures, hotel-wide recycling, and in-room EarthView water bottles. We also participate in the Ecolab Aquanomic Low-Temp laundry program, resulting in a 40% water reduction, and 50% energy usage reduction.
Before you head out for a day of exploration, you can purchase a Path water bottle from the lobby to reuse throughout the day. When you come back, unwind and relax knowing that your stay is giving back to the planet in more ways than you could imagine.
Explore the City Sustainably
Brooklyn is a gem with many eclectic neighborhoods, landmarks, and vibrant attractions to discover. For a sustainable activity, try visiting the Brooklyn Botanic Garden—offering 52 acres of diverse gardens, conservatories, and captivating plant collections. As an alternative, we recommend visiting Brooklyn Bridge Park, where sustainability sits at the forefront of the amenities and programs offered while offering scenic views of the East River.
Shop Locally
For some eco-friendly shopping, we recommend stopping by Green in BKLYN—a specialty shop filled with biodegradable, fair-trade, and organic goods. Here you can find anything from clean beauty products to coffee, tea, and chocolate. If you’re looking to shop for clothing, try Zero Waste Daniel—a store that sells 100% upcycled apparel made from unused fabric. Each piece is guaranteed to be one-of-a-kind while reducing the impact of fast fashion practices.
Dine Sustainably
For a sustainable dining option, we recommend Rucola, a farm-to-table restaurant that uses high-quality ingredients to serve some of the best Italian fare in the city. As a plus, it’s only a seven-minute walk away from NU Hotel. Another delicious option is Colonie—a dining locale that serves up American fare, crafted with ingredients from local farms.
Getting Around Brooklyn
When it comes to transportation, Brooklyn is a highly-walkable district, eliminating the need for a car to nearby locations. If you do need to get to a more distant location, try opting for an electric vehicle via a rideshare app, or renting a bike for a scenic ride through the city. Conveniently so, NU Hotel offers complimentary Republic Bikes for guests to borrow to explore Brooklyn; available from dawn to dusk.