Green, clean, and everything in-between
One thing is clear to us: getting around the world – and finding places to stay along the way – should be as sustainable as possible. On this page, you can find out what we’re already doing to make that happen. But of course, this journey is far from over!
GreenSign? We’ve got it!
Before making any big claims, we had ourselves checked: The John & Will Hotel has been officially certified by the GreenSign Institute. During the audit, we demonstrated that we meet all the mandatory criteria.
Clean
You can count on it: your Stuuv is spotless and cleaned with eco-friendly products. Whenever you need something – fresh linens, coffee, a quick tidy-up – we’re just a WhatsApp message or a note at the Barception away. We don’t have a rigid schedule for room cleaning. Staying with us for several nights? We’ll tidy your Stuuv in between. Just here for two nights? We won’t come automatically, but you can let us know anytime. This flexible approach saves water, energy, and cleaning products, while also giving our guests more privacy and peace in their Stuuvs.
Timeless
We focus on timeless design and decorate independently of current trends. Our aim isn’t to constantly replace furniture, but to use it until it’s naturally worn. That’s why we mainly choose natural materials—they age with style! When needed, new furniture is made for us from wood, vegan leather, and other high-grade materials.
Well Hydrated
Minibar? We don’t have one, because it constantly uses energy even when it’s not needed. Instead, you’ll find our red John & Will water bottle in your room, which we’re happy to refill with tap water—either still or sparkling—whenever you like. After your stay, we disinfect and reuse it. Important to know: Bremen has excellent tap water!
TV?
Not here — those things use electricity and resources. But to stream your favourite series, we’ve got super-fast Wi-Fi. No device of your own? Come to the Barception, and we’ll lend you a tablet free of charge.
Organic, local, and all that
We try to keep our shopping list as organic as possible and source our products from local suppliers wherever we can. And we think about the little things, too: how we can make lots of small things just that little bit better. Find out more here:
Our towels and cosy bed linen are GOTS-certified (Global Organic Textile Standard). To increase durability, a small proportion of recycled polyester is blended into the bedding. You can find the certificates from our linen supplier, Beirholm, here.
Our laundry is cleaned at Wäscherei Stich — less than 10 km away and, of course, in an environmentally friendly way.
Our duvets and pillows are from Spessarttraum. They are Downpass-certified, meaning the supply chain for the down products is fully traceable and adheres to a zero-tolerance standard regarding any animal cruelty.
The toiletries in your bathrooms come from I Love Eco Essentials. They are sustainable throughout—from production to packaging to ingredients—and certified by Ecocert.
The coffee in your Stuuv comes from Lloyd Café and is certified organic. The coffee at our Barception is roasted by our neighbours at Kalle Coffee and delivered by cargo bike. Our tea comes from the Bremen-based company Trink Meer Tee. You can find the organic certification and additional information here.
And the beer? That is brewed by Hopfenfänger across the way – the barrels simply get rolled over to us.
We source 100% renewable electricity on a balance-sheet basis. You can view the certificate here.
Water!
We promise: our rain shower is wonderful! You won’t even notice that we only use water-saving taps and showerheads from Hansgrohe’s EcoSmart series.
Gym
Our gym is durably equipped by the German company Nohrd. Dumbbells, wall bars, and the punching bag are made from leather and wood. Fancy some cardio? The treadmill and rowing machine work entirely without electricity—powered only by your own strength.
Warm & Cold
We’re part of the Überseeinsel’s innovative energy concept, which uses river water for heating and cooling. And this concept is actually quite fun: it includes an ice rink for the winter, situated right next to John & Will. Curious to find out how it all works, even in freezing temperatures? Click here!
Streets for People
This is still a project for the future: the streets of the Überseeinsel are intended first and foremost for children. They should be able to play here safely and freely. Once the neighbourhood is completed, cars will stay in underground garages and mobility hubs, and the streets will become playgrounds and living rooms.
Getting around is still easy: John & Will is excellently connected by tram lines 3 and 5. Already today, you can charge your car on-site at 12 charging stations powered by green electricity. You can also rent a regular or cargo bike from us and cycle, for example, along the Weser to the city centre in just a few minutes.
