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voco Oxford Spires Sustainability

Name: voco Oxford Spires
Address: Abingdon Road, Oxford, OX1 4PS, United Kingdom
Telephone: 44-1865-324324
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Step by step” is our mantra for sustainability. It explains to guests, employees, partners, and the wider world that our approach to sustainability is characterised by two pillars: A commitment to innovation and sustainability. We know the journey to sustainability is a long process, but it’s one that we’re committed to.

While we don’t yet have all the initiatives we’d like in place, we’re continually working to improve. Our belief that, collectively, small initiatives make a big difference. Aerated shower heads, recycled duvet- and pillow-fillings, refillable, plant-based bathroom products, and many, many local hotel initiatives that might seem small – but collectively they add up. And step by step, we are working hard to ensure that every day and every stay at voco hotels bring us closer to a more sustainable future.

IHG's Journey to Tomorrow

Aligned to our purpose of True Hospitality for Good is our Journey to Tomorrow responsible business plan. We’re making important strides in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, supporting our communities and protecting the world around us. We’re proud of the progress we’re making, including being recognised as one of the world’s top companies to work for women, our teams volunteering thousands of hours of their time within their communities, and the action we’re taking to reduce carbon emissions per occupied room.

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IHG Green Engage™ System

To improve efficiency across the IHG hotel estate, every hotel is given access to the IHG Green Engage™ system – an online environmental management platform that provides hotel teams with green solutions, charts their progress, and measures and reports their energy, water and waste data. As an IHG Hotel, we proudly use this tool to support our progress against IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow commitments.  

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Green Key

At voco Oxford Spires, we’re proud to be certified by Green Key - a “standard of excellence” ecolabel in the field of environmental responsibility and sustainable operation within the tourism industry.

Meeting for Good

When hosting a Meeting for Good at voco Oxford Spires, planners can expect to find dedicated measures in place, such as digital signage and reusable items, to support sustainable meetings.

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What to Expect

Bedding

The luxurious filling for our duvets and pillows is made from 100% recycled materials, and has GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certified. Our supplier, Fine Bedding Company, estimates that the filling for a 10.5 tog king duvet and four standard pillows is the equivalent of 230 recycled 0.5l PET bottles.

Bathrooms

The plant-based, vegan-friendly ingredients of our refillable bathroom amenities are sourced to ensure that they do not negatively impact their ecosystem; and the refillable bottles help reduce plastic waste. We’ve also installed aerated shower heads in every guest room, reducing water usage by mixing it with air.

Refillable water bottle courtesy of the hotel

Water Bottles

The water is our meeting areas and guest rooms is filtered and served in refillable glass bottles, which saves an estimated 300+ plastic bottles per hotel room per annum (based on average consumption and 80% occupancy).

Going the Extra Mile

Renewable Electricity

100% of our hotel’s electricity is now being supplied through renewable sources. LED and high-performance lighting have been installed within our guest rooms, public areas, and back of house.

Beehives

Britain’s bees are in trouble! Here at voco Oxford Spires, we want to lend a hand to our buzzing friends. That’s why our expert beekeepers keep their very own hives here on our grounds.

Sustainable Corporate Catering

We’re working across our catering operation to reduce our carbon footprint without affecting our guest experience. Step by step, we are reducing food waste, sourcing locally where possible, carbon labeling our catering menus, and improving energy efficiency. We have also launched a low-carbon banquet menu in partnership with Klimato, a powerful food sustainability solution that helps businesses measure, track, and reduce their environmental footprint through a cutting-edge, science-backed approach.

Electric Car Charging

Fully embracing the electrified future, we have an area of our car park reserved for electric vehicles featuring two of 7kw fast chargers so you can rest easy as your car charges up. Powered by the VIRTA app, or use contactless payment when you get here.

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Dining

Discover a delectable dining experience from AM to PM, indoors or outdoors, seven days a week. Whether you’re looking for a drink, a quick lunch between meetings, or a romantic evening meal, head to Deacons, located on the ground floor near the lobby.

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Rooms

Rooms at our hotel blend thoughtful touches with modern style. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and everything you need to make tea and coffee. Each room features plush beds and modern bathrooms with powerful showers.

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Destination

From the magnificent architecture to its enthralling history. Oxford, known as the ‘City of dreaming spires’ is full to the brim of things to see and do. We’re just a short walk from the heart of the city, where there really is something for everyone.

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