Kiwi Curated
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
by Eva ZhuEating less meat or no meat at all is gaining popularity and no wonder why—it’s healthy, compassionate and reduces one’s impact on the planet. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian or flexitarian, these hotels with inclusive menus make it extra easy to travel on a plant-based diet.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
Health and wellbeing is a central focus of the nature-inspired 1 Hotel South Beach, home to farm-to-table dining and the first ever Spartan Gym. The hotel stays current with a roster of evolving dining venues. At present, plant-based chef and cookbook author Matthew Kenney is the mastermind behind Plnthouse, where fresh juices, smoothies and sustainable foods grace the menu. For busier guests, there’s also the grab and go counter Nativ Made, stocked with salads, healthy snacks and cold-pressed juices.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
Cookies Cream is the first vegetarian restaurant to open in Forte Village on Sardinia. Chef Stephen Hentschel, head of Berlin’s Michelin-starred restaurant of the same name, brings his acclaimed, gourmet dining to the beachfront. The tailored menu is a nod to the island with locally inspired dishes such as Cagliari gold with zucchini, barley and olive oil and gnocchi di parmigiano with Périgord truffle broth.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
Anse Chastanet’s six restaurants all feature vegetarian options, offering plenty of choice for plant-based travelers seeking a Caribbean escape. However, the dinner menu at Emeralds is entirely vegetarian. Working with local farmers and foraging from the resort’s own gardens, the restaurant’s creative dishes are crafted from organic fruits, produce and herbs straight from the hills of Soufriere.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
The 1920s-inspired Gretas at HayMarket takes diners back to a decade flourishing with optimism and glamour, offering healthy and environmentally-aware foods without compromising on flavor. Catering to both vegans and pescatarians, the all-day café’s changing menu takes you from coffee in the morning to champagne and oysters at night, all paired with an Art Deco-era ambiance.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
Although not exclusively vegetarian, Nimb hotel’s Gemyse restaurant is focused on vegetable-based gastronomy. Organic produce, seasonal ingredients, precision cooking and innovative combinations are used to bring out the full taste and texture of each plate. For an immersive experience, the “Around the Garden” tasting menu offers a multi-course meal starting with appetizers and ending with dessert and coffee.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
Paresa Resort’s Diavolo restaurant serves up Mediterranean cuisine accompanied by a 270-degree ocean view. Each section of the extensive menu, from the tapas to entrees, offers several vegetarian dishes, ranging from babaganoush with walnuts to charcoal grilled veggies in truffled mayonnaise. For strict vegans, a tailored-made menu can also be made upon arrival, at both the restaurant and cooking school.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
India is renowned for vegetarian food and each of the Taj Jai Mahal Palace’s three distinct restaurants dedicate almost half of their menus to vegetarians. At Cinnamon, pan-Indian fine dining brings together the flavors of Rajasthan, Kashmir, Awadh and Hyderabad in the formal dining room. At Giardino, traditional Italian is served al fresco by the garden. And at the Marble Arch, multi-cuisine showcases the world using local, seasonal ingredients.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
Gaia Hotel & Reserve’s La Luna Restaurant offers healthy, fresh and local cuisine to panoramic views of the rainforest and Pacific Ocean. In addition to the vegetarian options already on the main menu, the hotel also has a completely separate vegan menu, where unique recipes such as veggie ceviche and mango tartar offer an innovative twist on the region’s traditional dishes.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
The Farm at San Benito is one of the first in Asia to offer fully vegan cuisine, featuring all-natural ingredients from the organic gardens. The culinary program here, including raw dishes from the signature Alive! Restaurant, has won numerous international awards. With a mission to offer nutrition-packed food that is also delicious, the menu includes comfort staples as carbonara pasta, Hawaiian pizza and ratatouille.
Hotels for Plant-Based Travelers
The Trafalgar Dining Room’s Mediterranean-inspired cuisine offers a healthy choice in the heart of London, overlooking Trafalgar Square. The all-day dining restaurant uses the finest and freshest ingredients, and features local whenever possible. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, including hearty salads for a power lunch in the city.
Health and wellbeing is a central focus of the nature-inspired 1 Hotel South Beach, home to farm-to-table dining and the first ever Spartan Gym. The hotel stays current with a roster of evolving dining venues. At present, plant-based chef and cookbook author Matthew Kenney is the mastermind behind Plnthouse, where fresh juices, smoothies and sustainable foods grace the menu. For busier guests, there’s also the grab and go counter Nativ Made, stocked with salads, healthy snacks and cold-pressed juices.
Cookies Cream is the first vegetarian restaurant to open in Forte Village on Sardinia. Chef Stephen Hentschel, head of Berlin’s Michelin-starred restaurant of the same name, brings his acclaimed, gourmet dining to the beachfront. The tailored menu is a nod to the island with locally inspired dishes such as Cagliari gold with zucchini, barley and olive oil and gnocchi di parmigiano with Périgord truffle broth.
Anse Chastanet’s six restaurants all feature vegetarian options, offering plenty of choice for plant-based travelers seeking a Caribbean escape. However, the dinner menu at Emeralds is entirely vegetarian. Working with local farmers and foraging from the resort’s own gardens, the restaurant’s creative dishes are crafted from organic fruits, produce and herbs straight from the hills of Soufriere.
The 1920s-inspired Gretas at HayMarket takes diners back to a decade flourishing with optimism and glamour, offering healthy and environmentally-aware foods without compromising on flavor. Catering to both vegans and pescatarians, the all-day café’s changing menu takes you from coffee in the morning to champagne and oysters at night, all paired with an Art Deco-era ambiance.
Although not exclusively vegetarian, Nimb hotel’s Gemyse restaurant is focused on vegetable-based gastronomy. Organic produce, seasonal ingredients, precision cooking and innovative combinations are used to bring out the full taste and texture of each plate. For an immersive experience, the “Around the Garden” tasting menu offers a multi-course meal starting with appetizers and ending with dessert and coffee.
Paresa Resort’s Diavolo restaurant serves up Mediterranean cuisine accompanied by a 270-degree ocean view. Each section of the extensive menu, from the tapas to entrees, offers several vegetarian dishes, ranging from babaganoush with walnuts to charcoal grilled veggies in truffled mayonnaise. For strict vegans, a tailored-made menu can also be made upon arrival, at both the restaurant and cooking school.
India is renowned for vegetarian food and each of the Taj Jai Mahal Palace’s three distinct restaurants dedicate almost half of their menus to vegetarians. At Cinnamon, pan-Indian fine dining brings together the flavors of Rajasthan, Kashmir, Awadh and Hyderabad in the formal dining room. At Giardino, traditional Italian is served al fresco by the garden. And at the Marble Arch, multi-cuisine showcases the world using local, seasonal ingredients.
Gaia Hotel & Reserve’s La Luna Restaurant offers healthy, fresh and local cuisine to panoramic views of the rainforest and Pacific Ocean. In addition to the vegetarian options already on the main menu, the hotel also has a completely separate vegan menu, where unique recipes such as veggie ceviche and mango tartar offer an innovative twist on the region’s traditional dishes.
The Farm at San Benito is one of the first in Asia to offer fully vegan cuisine, featuring all-natural ingredients from the organic gardens. The culinary program here, including raw dishes from the signature Alive! Restaurant, has won numerous international awards. With a mission to offer nutrition-packed food that is also delicious, the menu includes comfort staples as carbonara pasta, Hawaiian pizza and ratatouille.
The Trafalgar Dining Room’s Mediterranean-inspired cuisine offers a healthy choice in the heart of London, overlooking Trafalgar Square. The all-day dining restaurant uses the finest and freshest ingredients, and features local whenever possible. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, including hearty salads for a power lunch in the city.