Why Sustainable Hotel & Motel Pillows Matter: The Truth Behind Plastic Pillows

If you run a hotel, motel, or accommodation business in New Zealand, you know that guest comfort is key. But did you know that sustainable pillows made from recycled plastic can offer the same luxurious feel while helping the environment? At first, the idea of sleeping on a pillow made from plastic might sound odd, but it’s actually a smart and eco-friendly solution. Let’s explore why recycled plastic pillows are the future of sustainable hospitality.

Why Are Hotel & Motel Pillows Made from Plastic?

Traditional bedding products often rely on virgin petroleum-based materials, which contribute to environmental pollution. By using recycled plastic, we can help reduce waste that would otherwise end up in landfills and oceans, all while maintaining the comfort and durability your guests expect.

Every year, an estimated 8 million tons of plastic waste pollute the ocean, harming marine life and ecosystems. By choosing DreamGreen bedding made from recycled plastic, New Zealand’s accommodation providers can be part of the solution, reducing reliance on new plastics and lowering greenhouse gas emissions from manufacturing.

How Recycled Plastic Becomes a Soft, Comfortable Pillow

So, how does plastic waste turn into a soft, breathable, and hypoallergenic microfibre pillow? Here’s how we do it:

1. Collection and Sorting

High-quality recycled plastic, such as bottles and packaging, is collected, sorted, and cleaned to remove impurities.

2. Shredding into Flakes

The plastic waste is shredded into small flakes, making it easier to process into microfibre.

3. Spinning into Microfibre

Plastic flakes are melted and spun into ultra-fine, uniform microfibres, thinner than a human hair.

4. Processing into Fill

The microfibres are carded and processed to create the perfect loft and texture for pillows and duvet inners.

Step 5. Manufacturing of Bedding Products

Finally, the eco-friendly microfibre is used to craft DreamGreen hotel-quality pillows, duvets, and other bedding products that offer comfort, durability, and sustainability.

Benefits of Choosing Sustainable Pillows for Your Accommodation

Switching to sustainable DreamGreen hotel and motel pillows isn’t just great for the environment—it also benefits your business. Here’s why:

✔ Eco-Friendly Choice – Reduce landfill waste and ocean pollution while lowering your carbon footprint.
✔ High-Quality Comfort – Enjoy the same plush, supportive feel as traditional pillows, without the environmental guilt.
✔ Hypoallergenic, Hygienic & Breathable – Ideal for guests with allergies or sensitivities, and easy to launder, ensuring a restful sleep experience.
✔ Support Sustainable Tourism – Appeal to environmentally-conscious travelers who prioritize sustainability when choosing accommodation.
✔ Improved Presentation – DreamGreen bedding presents beautifully, keeping its shape over time better than feather & down options .

Join the Movement Toward Sustainable Hospitality

At Vendella, we believe that accommodation providers in New Zealand can make a real impact by choosing eco-friendly hotel and motel pillows. Together, we can reduce plastic waste, cut emissions, and offer guests a luxurious sleep experience—all while protecting our planet.

Want to learn more or try our DreamGreen sustainable bedding range? Contact us via phone on 0800 836 335 or flick us an email at sales@vendella.co.nz. Alternatively we have a dedicated DreamGreen Website you can check out. We’d love to hear from you.