Nestled in the Berkeley and Oakland Hills, Claremont Resort & Club is committed to creating meaningful hospitality experiences while supporting the environment and surrounding community. From on property beehives and chef driven gardens to local sourcing partnerships and conservation efforts, sustainability is thoughtfully woven throughout the resort experience.
As a historic Bay Area destination, Claremont Resort & Club continues to focus on responsible practices that celebrate local agriculture, reduce environmental impact, and support the natural beauty of the East Bay for future generations.
Located on property, our two active beehives support local pollination efforts while contributing to the culinary experience throughout the resort. Each year, when conditions allow, honey is harvested directly from the hives and incorporated into dishes, pastries, and seasonal offerings across the property.
Guests may enjoy our house harvested honey featured alongside freshly baked biscuits, incorporated into signature dishes, or highlighted in select culinary experiences. The beehives also play an important role in supporting biodiversity and healthy pollinator populations throughout the East Bay.
Our Chef’s Garden features seasonal herbs, edible flowers, fruit trees, and garden beds that contribute fresh ingredients to the resort’s culinary and beverage programs. Ingredients grown on property are thoughtfully incorporated into dishes at Limewood Bar & Restaurant as well as signature cocktails served throughout the Lobby Lounge and Limewood Bar.
Fresh herbs, house made purees, floral garnishes, and seasonal accents are regularly sourced directly from the garden, helping create vibrant dishes and handcrafted cocktails inspired by the flavors of Northern California.
Claremont Resort & Club proudly partners with the Claremont Canyon Conservancy to support preservation and cleanup efforts throughout the surrounding canyon areas. Throughout the year, resort employees and local volunteers participate in community cleanup initiatives focused on protecting the natural beauty and ecological health of the East Bay hills.
These efforts help preserve local trails, native habitats, and shared outdoor spaces enjoyed by both residents and visitors.
Claremont Resort & Club values partnerships with local farmers, ranchers, cheesemakers, and artisan producers who share a commitment to quality and sustainability. Through our culinary and beverage programs, the resort proudly sources ingredients from respected California based partners, helping support regional agriculture and responsible farming practices.
Fiscalini Cheese | Modesto, CA
Happy Moose Juice
Schmitz Ranch | San Leandro, CA
Comanche Creek Farms | Chico, CA
Riverdog Farm | Guinda, CA
That’s My Jam | Oakland, CA
As part of our continued sustainability efforts, Claremont Resort & Club refrains from using unnecessary single use plastics within guest rooms and bathrooms whenever possible. The resort incorporates thoughtfully selected sustainable amenities designed to reduce waste while enhancing the guest experience.
By prioritizing more environmentally conscious alternatives, the property continues its commitment to responsible hospitality practices throughout the resort.
Claremont Resort & Club is proud to be recognized through the Green Key Global eco rating program with a 4 Key sustainability rating. This distinction reflects the resort’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainable operations, and responsible hospitality practices throughout the property.
Project SEARCH is a groundbreaking program that helps young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build the skills, confidence, and experience needed to pursue meaningful, competitive employment. Through hands-on internships, career development, and individualized support, participants gain valuable real-world experience and pathways to long-term success. Claremont serves as the local Project SEARCH headquarters, providing office space for interviews, hiring, and training. We also employ 1–3 Project SEARCH graduates each year, providing paid employment and continued opportunities to grow their skills.
Clean the World is a global recycling initiative that gives discarded hotel soap and plastic a second life, diverting materials from landfills and transforming them into resources for communities in need. The program helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and support global health and hygiene initiatives through nonprofit partners. Claremont proudly participates by donating used soap and other eligible materials, helping turn everyday hotel waste into a resource that can make a difference around the world.
Procure Impact connects businesses with purpose-driven suppliers whose products create positive social and environmental impact. Purchases made through the marketplace help support jobs and provide opportunities for people with disabilities, resettled refugees, survivors, and individuals overcoming barriers such as poverty, trauma, and homelessness. Claremont supports this mission by offering Procure Impact products throughout our property outlets and incorporating them into our banquet offerings, helping create a more inclusive economy through the products we purchase and serve.
The Urban League of Greater San Francisco Bay Area works to advance economic empowerment, opportunity, access, and equity for African Americans and other underserved communities. Through partnerships, programs, and advocacy, the organization supports initiatives focused on professional development, housing, health, financial empowerment, and community advancement. Claremont is proud to support the organization through our partnership with the Urban League. Executive Chef Joseph Piarre is an active member, and Claremont has hosted a fundraiser, providing both a welcoming venue and culinary experience to help support the organization’s work.
Shatterproof is a national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the way America addresses addiction by increasing access to prevention, treatment, recovery, and mental health resources. The organization works to remove barriers to care and support individuals and families affected by substance use. Shatterproof is especially meaningful to HEI and its properties. At Claremont, we donate $1 from every Signature Breakfast ordered at Limewood to support Shatterproof’s mission. Our team also joins colleagues from sister properties for fundraising events, including an upcoming walk in November with The Jay in San Francisco and Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country.
