Palafito Hostel
Sustainability
Paula Almenara Mosqueira - Andrés Salinero San Martín |
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Eight years ago, Paula and Andrés came to live on the island of Chiloe. They loved this place because it is special and unique, and two years ago they bought a palafito with the idea of developing their project in it. They began the restoration which was not easy, as it was in very bad condition. They tried to recycle and salvage as much as possible based on the design of the "palafitos" (stilt houses of mid-century), stick windows, and wooden tiles on the walls.
Then, there came the opening of Palafito Hostel as baptized on the 10th of September 2008, with much success so far. They invite you to live the experience of staying in a palafito inserted into a traditional seashore neighbourhood on the island and experience the rise and fall of tides.
Caring for destination
This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.
Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:
Society and environment.
Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative:
The supply of products for the hostel is made from local suppliers within the vicinity of the hostel. Tourists are given a map of the neighbourhood where all the basic supply stores are located for tourists to buy in the neighbourhood. The construction of the hostel was made by the local labour (local carpenters). The hostel has an energy saving policy with 100% low energy bulbs. The staff educates all the guests about being conscious of saving energy and water (electricity, water, etc...).
