Evaluating Sustainable Energy Standards in Hospitality Architecture: A Case Study of Trabzon’s Zorlu Grand Hotel

Sustainability, eco-friendly design, and green design concepts have become more prevalent due to the negative consequences of globalization. Sustainability affects various fields, such as health and architecture, in addition to impacting the tourism sector. Sustainable hotel practices begin with the site selection for the building. They are based on the principle of considering the building, environment, and human health as a whole, adopting principles that aim to minimize environmental problems and preserve natural resources. In this study, Trabzon Zorlu Grand Hotel, which holds a green hotel certificate and occupies an important location in Trabzon, was discussed to highlight the significance of sustainability in hotel buildings and emphasize environmental awareness. The study was conducted in three stages. Firstly, the theoretical context was developed. In the second stage, data related to the study area were obtained, and an interview was conducted with a hotel official using the observation method. In the final stage, the obtained data were evaluated, and recommendations were presented. The findings suggest that the hotel generally meets the sustainable hotel criteria in the context of water, waste management, energy, transportation, pollution, materials, sustainable lands, management, indoor quality, and innovation.