Amy Shao, a recent graduate of the Royal College of Art, has proposed a new conversion of a central London hospital, which would transform the former medical space into the unique Herbalist Hotel. Treating guests with herbs sprouting from the roof, ceiling, and walls, this new hotel aims to use the plants to treat Londoners suffering from stress-related illnesses. According to Shao, the Herbalist Hotel will allow patrons to "ease the tension of life by having fun and learning about herbs."
The Herbalist Hotel will feature a collection of suites themed around different herbs and their respective health benefits -- for example a calming lavender room would help improve sleep, while a eucalyptus room would nurse immune systems. The hotel would also give patrons a chance to visit a lab-like room where herbs can be cultivated indoors.
Herb-Focused Hotels
The Herbalist Hotel Fuses Healing Herbs and Modern Design
Trend Themes
1. Herb-themed Hospitality - The incorporation of herbs in hotel design and experiences offers a unique way to promote wellness and relaxation for guests.
2. Herbal Education Tourism - Hotels offering educational experiences about herbs and their health benefits can attract guests interested in learning about natural remedies.
3. Indoor Herb Cultivation - Creating lab-like rooms within hotels for cultivating herbs indoors presents an opportunity to provide guests with fresh, herbal products for personal use.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can leverage herb-focused hotels to offer unique wellness experiences and attract health-conscious travelers.
2. Tourism - The tourism industry can tap into the growing interest in herbal education by promoting hotels that offer knowledge about herbs and their health benefits.
3. Agriculture - The agriculture industry can explore partnerships with herb-focused hotels to supply fresh herbs for indoor cultivation and meet the demand for herbal products.