Sustainable Tourism - L'Hôtel Littéraire Arthur Rimbaud Certified B+ at FairScore 2026

At the Hôtel Littéraire Arthur Rimbaud, environmental commitment is upheld with the same rigour as that devoted to hospitality and the literary ambiance of the establishment. This CSR hotel, dedicated to environmental stewardship and more responsible tourism, now sees this endeavour acknowledged through the FairScore certification, which assesses and honours tangible actions in favour of sustainable development.

The FairScore, a rigorous measure of the actual impact

Developed by FairMoove Solutions, the FairScore is founded upon the Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) methodology of ADEME, a recognised approach that does not merely measure the visible consumptions on site. It encompasses the entire life cycle of an overnight stay with breakfast: from the manufacture of the products used to their end of life, including their transport and usage.

On the same principle as the Nutriscore, each establishment is assigned a grade ranging from A+ to E-, calculated based on four environmental indicators: greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption, depletion of energy resources, and the proportion of organic and eco-labelled products used.

A B+ well above the industry average

The Hôtel Littéraire Arthur Rimbaud attains this year a score of B+, a performance that places it decidedly above the national average for 4-star establishments, which are customarily rated C. The detail of the four indicators illustrates this mastery:

• 3.6 kg of CO2 emitted per night, for a contained greenhouse effect
• 318 litres of water mobilised over the entire life cycle, including the indirect consumption related to the manufacturing of products
• 48 kWh of energy resources consumed, all uses combined
• 49% of organic and eco-labelled products, a rate that far exceeds the standards of the hospitality industry

This outcome is not a solitary snapshot: it forms part of a progressive momentum upheld by the entire Société des Hôtels Littéraires group, whose overall environmental impact index has diminished by 31% since the previous certifications of 2023.

Actions conceived at every level

Behind these figures lies a tangible reality: operational choices committed at every level of the establishment, from the heating system to the smallest teaspoon at breakfast.

An intelligent management of energy
The hotel has embraced technology in the service of sobriety. Motion sensors now adorn the common areas, enabling the lighting to be adjusted according to the presence of guests. More remarkable still, the hotel relies upon the artificial intelligence A-Grid, which finely regulates the temperature throughout the entire building, adjusting requirements in real time rather than by fixed and uniform settings.

A precious water, used with discernment
Aware that water remains a resource to be preserved, even in a temperate climate, the management has installed aerators on all taps, mechanically reducing the volumes consumed without compromising comfort. Simultaneously, explanatory panels invite guests to reconsider their habits regarding the renewal of towels and bed linen, a gentle yet effective awareness-raising that encourages responsibility without ever imposing constraints.

Cleaning and welcome products entirely eco-certified
Far from a mere symbolic gesture, all cleaning products used within the hotel, as well as the welcome amenities provided to guests, bear an ecocertification. This choice directly involves the establishment’s suppliers and ensures a harmony between words and deeds.

A gastronomy deeply rooted in the region
At the bar as well as at breakfast, the Hôtel Rimbaud favours organic and/or local products, chosen according to the seasons. Some preparations are even crafted in-house, thereby reducing packaging and intermediaries whilst offering guests a more authentic culinary experience.

A vegetal and sensory touch, the hallmark of the place
More than an environmental initiative, it is a genuine experiential offering: aromatic herb planters have been placed upon the window sills of the hotel. Guests are invited to gather their own ingredients to prepare a tisane at the close of day, a simple gesture that connects the well-being of travellers to a more immediate and sensuous relationship with the living world.

A trajectory that does not end there

This FairScore certification, valid for three years, does not signify a culmination but rather a milestone in an ongoing endeavour. At the scale of the Société des Hôtels Littéraires, these results are accompanied by an action plan designed to continue the efforts undertaken, hotel by hotel, position by position, whether concerning energy, water, resources, or the products employed daily.

For the Hôtel Littéraire Arthur Rimbaud, this B+ thus confirms a simple conviction: aesthetic exigency and environmental responsibility are not at odds. They nourish one another, even in the most discreet details, a planter on a windowsill, a sensor in a corridor, a flow restrictor on a tap.