The Pines Inn and Suites is having two prestigious organizations recognize its efforts in sustainability and is celebrating a fantastic year in 2025. For its initiatives in sustainability, the lovely Cottonwood inn received a 2025″ Keep Sedona Stunning” Award of Excellence in April. The Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association ( AzLTA ) presented The Pines Inn &, Suites with the 2025 Stars of the Industry Sustainability Award at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in December.
The Stars of the Industry Awards, which were established more than 40 years previously, honor notable individuals and organizations that established the standard for excellence in Arizona’s lodging, hospitality, and tourism sectors. Both awards for the inn highlight the positive effects that little, independent hotels can have through professionalism, environmental stewardship, and community-focused lodging.
Martha Bruening, the property’s co-owner/operator, was honored by the AzLTA for her leadership and commitment to sustainability. While the number of nominations was enormous, AzLTA noted that Bruening’s work and The Pines Inn &, Suites ‘ commitment to concerned hospitality stood out among an impressive pool of submissions.
We are but incredibly appreciative of the recognition, says Bruening. We make an effort to do good by the Earth as well as honor and serve our guests. A 27-room boutique hotel called The Pines Inn &, Suites is located in Cottonwood, Arizona, a remote area with contemporary amenities. The property is home to a saltwater pool, over 140 solar panels, and various initiatives to reduce waste and conserve energy, and it was the first location in the area to provide an electric vehicle charging station in 2014 as well.
At the ceremony, CEO Anna May Cory and Vice President of Pines Inn and Suites Cory Bruening were likewise provide. Cory is well-known in the community for her commitment to wellness, and Pines Inn &, Suites is proud to support Wellness in the Verde Valley, a site directory that provides a one-stop shop for visitors looking for the best in wellness care in the Verde Valley. WellnessinVerdeValleyAZ.com is a good place to stay if you’re visiting the Verde Valley and want to make the most of your stay there.
