Passer | relais & bistrot
Sustainability, we truly believe in it
We are aware of environmental and social challenges and have designed our entire project having sustainability in mind. We use high-performance heat pumps, thermal insulation for the building, water-saving devices, and window sensors that interrupt air conditioning when windows are open. The rooms are managed with home automation to avoid energy waste. The kitchen is equipped with Industry 4.0 technology, optimizing energy consumption.
During the renovation, we preserved and restored all the old doors and many of the interior doors.
We have recycling bins (plastic/metal, paper, glass) in the courtyard for guests to help with the recycling process.
We use recycled toilet paper and hand towels.
In all the bathrooms of our facility, we have dispensers for hand soap, shower gel, and body cream, significantly reducing the plastic waste generated by single-use sets.
For the bistro, we prioritize local suppliers, short supply chains, and Bio-Fair Trade products, and we serve filtered water in glass bottles.
The yoga room equipment is made from recycled/recyclable and eco-friendly materials.
We ask our guests if they would prefer daily towel changes or if they would like to save water, energy, and detergent by using the same towels for more days.
Although each room/apartment has individual climate control, we ask guests to use it responsibly to save energy.
Our Social Responsibility
Socially, we’ve set up the structure to provide a comfortable and safe work environment for our employees.
Some of the products we buy for the bistro come from social inclusion cooperatives. For example, the beer is produced by Pintalpina (Valtellina), an enterprise which promotes social inclusion and education of disadvantaged citizens while valuing diversity and promoting social equity.
Our Relais & Bistrot is not only a tourist accommodation but also a meeting point for the local community, a place where locals have gathered over the centuries. It’s an additional service for both passing guests and the residents of Menaggio and its surroundings.
During the long renovation process, we involved mostly local businesses and professionals to minimize travel distances.
Accessibility
We kindly ask you to note that the property is located in the historic centre and, therefore, is not accessible by vehicle. There are several car parks nearby, with two located just 150-200 metres away along a cobbled street. We recommend that guests with reduced mobility use the designated parking areas.