Two Keys for Chateau Mcely
Green Key a Michelin Key 2026

October 23, 2026
Author: Eva Plchová 

We’re celebrating twice as much at Chateau Mcely – our two new prestigious distinctions: the international Green Key certification for sustainable, eco-friendly operations, and the successful retention of our MICHELIN Key, maintaining our place among the world’s most exceptional hotels after a thorough evaluation.

The green key of sustainability and the iconic red key unite everything we’ve cherished for 20 years: an exceptional stay, world-class service at a fair value, and deep respect for nature. Behind it all lies the vision of our founders, Inez and Jim Cusumano - to change the world for the better.

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"Since 2006, upholding principles rooted in self-care, love, and respect for our surroundings has felt entirely natural to us. This means treading lightly on the environment, considering the impact of our actions on future generations, maintaining unwavering dedication, and always going the extra mile. For an individual, it is a conscious choice. For a hotel, it is a significant commitment. Our journey with Green Key gives you the confidence that your environmental footprint matters, while empowering corporate partners to meet today's standards for truly impactful events." Inéz Cusumano

International Green Key Certification
We are delighted that Chateau Mcely is now a proud holder of the prestigious Green Key certificate, a stamp of excellence for environmental responsibility and sustainable operations within the tourism industry.This prestigious award recognizes businesses that meet strict criteria set by the Foundation for Environmental Education, highlighting a genuine commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. From the very beginning, Chateau Mcely has operated with a deep respect for both people and the environment. For us, sustainability means making mindful choices, considering the impact of our actions on future generations, and constantly looking for ways to do better. While living sustainably is a personal choice, applying these principles across a luxury hotel is an inspiring challenge we embrace every day.

Our core green practices in pictures

Michelin Key 2026
Celebrations are in order as we retain our coveted Michelin Key following a detailed evaluation process. Chateau Mcely has once again been listed among the crème de la crème of global hotels.

The international, independent, prestigious MICHELIN guide, with its 125-year tradition of famous stars, has for the first time awarded a new distinction for hotels in the Czech Republic: the MICHELIN Key. Chateau Mcely has been awarded one MICHELIN Key following a detailed evaluation process and has thus been listed among the crème de la crème, exceptional hotels of the world.

These accolades celebrate hotels that meet five universal criteria: architecture and interior design, quality and consistency of service, overall personality and character, value for the price, and a significant contribution to the guest experience in their setting. 

1 MICHELIN Key signifies a true gem with its own character and personality. The hotel consistently provides something extra with its service, offering significantly more than properties in a similar price range.

Among other things, the MICHELIN Guide says: “Of course, European nobility in the Baroque period weren’t about to retreat to the countryside in anything less than princely accommodations, so the “lodge” is decidedly palatial. A stroll through the carefully manicured gardens surrounding the main house gives you a pretty good indication of what’s to come: a tribute to rural opulence that’s both detailed and dreamy — a fairy tale with attentive service.”