- We are Silver-certified by LEED, an international green building certification system.
- Our participation as the first hotel to fund King County’s Transfer of Development Rights program has permanently protected 284 acres of local forest at Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Our Green rooftop retains 75% of rainwater helping to mitigate storm water runoff and insulates our meeting spaces to reduce energy for heating and cooling.
Environmental Sustainability
Caring for the planet is a natural extension of Hyatt’s purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Below are specific examples of environmental stewardship at our hotel.
Carbon Emission and Water
Carbon Emission and Water
- Our building uses 30% less water through the use of Dual flush toilets and low-flow plumbing fixtures, saving 2.4M gallons annually
- Our 65’ indoor lap pool utilizes a saline sanitization system to limit chemical use.
- Onsite eco-friendly elaia Spa features organic and locally-sourced products in all treatments.
Waste and Circularity
Waste and Circularity
- Green cleaning procurement policy reduces hazards from cleaning products, reduces packaging waste and maintains indoor air quality.
- Housekeeping service is performed every third day unless requested and linens are changed as needed.
- Refillable large format amenity dispensers are used in guestroom bathrooms to reduce plastic waste.
- Rooftop wind turbines that capture and reuse fan exhaust, LED cold cathode fluorescent lighting and high-efficiency practices throughout the operation reduce energy usage by 26%.
Our food philosophy
Our food philosophy
- Within the operation, 50% of food is locally grown and 60% of seafood is sustainably harvested
- Partner with food distributors and businesses dedicated to ocean conservancy and application of sustainable practices
- Leftover and untouched food is donated to a local hunger eliminating nonprofit
- Annually, 350,000+ tons of yard and food waste is diverted from landfills through composting practices
Green suggestions for your stay
Green suggestions for your stay
Hyatt at Olive8 is in the heart of downtown, walking distance to numerous Seattle attractions including Pikes Public Market, upscale dining and shopping, which eliminates the need for transportation.
Conveniently located within blocks to over 60 separate public transportation routes that connect throughout the city and region allow you to explore while reducing your carbon footprint.