Employment and Independence Program!
Giving you skills to work and live independently across multiple locations in NSW and ACT.
Hotel Etico is currently recruiting for both the Blue Mountains Academy and Canberra Academy. Participating in the Hotel Etico Employment and Independence Program offers a unique and transformative experience that combines personal development with work skills and social impact.
Find out more!More than just training. Hotel Etico is a pathway to greater independence, paid work, skills development and employment opportunities for young adults aged 18 to 35 with disability and additional support needs.
The Hotel Etico Employment and Independence Program operates at two locations, one in Leura, NSW and the other Canberra. We combine supported living, hands on paid work and training and a pathway to further employment opportunities within the tourism and hospitality industry.
Hotel Etico is a hospitality, independent living and employment pathway for young adults aged 18 to 35 with disability and additional support needs. Delivered at a choice of two locations in Leura in the Blue Mountains, NSW and Canberra, ACT, the program helps young people build practical life skills, paid work skills and confidence in a supportive, real-world setting. With a rolling intake, families can begin the process throughout the year rather than waiting for a single annual start date.
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Comfort Resort Leura Gardens
Comfort Resort Leura Gardens offers affordable Blue Mountains accommodation set within heritage gardens, catering to couples, families, and corporate guests. With 24-hour reception, guests enjoy flexible, stress-free travel. Rooms range from Studio and Family Rooms to self-contained apartments, all designed for comfort. The property features landscaped lawns, English-style gardens, a solar-heated outdoor pool, fitness room, BBQ area, and garden chess. Fairways Restaurant provides on-site dining with garden views, while multiple function spaces host meetings, weddings, and events. With a welcoming team and peaceful surroundings, the resort serves as a convenient base for exploring the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains.
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Mercure Canberra
Mercure Hotel Canberra combines old world charm with modern comforts. Superbly located, the hotel is moments from the city centre, popular Canberra attractions, shops and entertainment. Along with 129 rooms, a bistro and beer garden, sports bar, meeting rooms and private parking, the hotel offers quality services sure to please business and leisure guests alike. Within easy distance of Canberra CBD, Mercure Canberra provides guests with access to a range of Canberra’s best restaurant, bars and shops, as well as iconic tourist attractions such as the Australian War Memorial, the National Museum of Australia, Questacon and more. “Timeless decor and comfort await at the Mercure Canberra. Stay with us as you explore everything Canberra has to offer”.
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Albergo Etico Cesenatico
In the heart of the Romagna Riviera, close to the sea and town centre, Albergo Etico is a unique and welcoming place that leaves a lasting impression. It offers a feel‑good experience, shaped by the warmth and individuality of the people who work there. Albergo Etico Cesenatico features 29 one-bedroom apartments and 30 newly built rooms, designed for comfort and convenience. Guests can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast, a swimming pool, and a range of exclusive services, making it an ideal choice for a relaxing and memorable holiday.
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Albergo Etico Roma
The Albergo Etico in Rome is the first hotel,low profit reality, of it’s kind to be primarily staffed by personnel with disabilities. The hotel is low profit and the objective is to provide top-class high quality accommodation for guest’s from around the world. Occupying a former convent in a superb location in the heart of the Eternal City very close to Piazza del Popolo, Via Del Corso and the Metro stop "Flaminio" (Line A – Red Line) next to Villa Borghese and the Tram which arrives directly at the Olympic Stadium (Roma, Lazio and 6 Nations Rugby).
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Albergo Etico Roccamonfina
Discovering a unique refuge in the heart of Roccamonfina, the Locanda dei Folli is a model of hospitality and inclusion. Surrounded by greenery and boundless hospitality, each guest finds a warm and accessible environment, where ethics merge with service excellence. Here, the encounter between nature, culture and inclusion creates stories of unforgettable journeys.
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Albergo Etico Tirana
The Moncafe Boutique Hotel & SPA, a gem of the "Ethical Hotel" network, lies in the heart of Tirana, just 2.1 km from the lively Skanderbeg Square. This hotel is not only a 4-star hotel with every modern comfort, but also represents a model of inclusiveness in the hotel industry. Actively committed to the social mission of providing employment opportunities for young people with disabilities, the Moncafe Boutique Hotel & SPA is dedicated to promoting personal autonomy and job placement, making inclusiveness not only a value, but its core mission. Guests can enjoy a wide range of superior facilities, including a fitness centre to keep fit even when away from home, free private parking that eliminates any transportation worries, and common areas such as a bar and lounge where guests can socialise and relax. Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel ensures that you always stay connected, while the garden offers an oasis of tranquillity in the middle of the city.
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Tacabanda Restaurant, Asti
Tacabanda is located in the heart of the city, just steps from Parco della Resistenza, a beautiful park filled with centuries-old trees that separates it from the historic Piazza Alfieri, where the Palio horse race takes place. We are pleased to introduce you to Piedmontese cuisine, with a few modern touches, varying seasonally and featuring classic local dishes such as bagna cauda, donkey meat agnolotti, mixed boiled meats, Barbera-braised horse cheek, and Fassone beef fillet. Our wine cellar offers a selection of wines and spirits chosen to enhance the distinctive flavours of locally grown produce from the Asti countryside, while also supporting the development and promotion of both semi-processed and finished products for the hospitality and retail sectors.
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Palazzo Cambiaso, Genova
To enjoy your vacation in Genoa, stay at the 6-room Palazzo Cambiaso Albergo Etico Genova apartment, which is 4.4 km from Boccadasse and just 13 minutes' walk from Piazza Corvetto. Wi-Fi is provided for both business and leisure activities. Staying at the property, guests have access to a living room equipped with air conditioning. Palazzo Cambiaso Albergo Etico Genova apartment features a bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries, and bath sheets. You'll also come across a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower. This apartment includes self-catering facilities, such as a kitchenette with coffee and tea making machines, and a fridge. Luigi Ferraris Multi-Use Stadium is 2.9 km away, while the Old Port is a few steps from the apartment. Palazzo Cambiaso Albergo Etico Genova apartment is also located merely 300 metres from the Via Giuseppe Garibaldi. Nunziata bus stop, set nearly a 5-minute walk away, as well as Darsena tube station, set about a 5-minute walk away, ensure that the apartment is an excellent base for touring the city.
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Hotel El Cid, Villa Carlos Paz, Argentina
El Cid Hotel is the ideal option for your stay in the Sierras de Córdoba, due to its strategic location, first-class services and comforts for all tastes, along with personalized attention in a family atmosphere. Located in a residential neighborhood, a quiet area steps from Lake San Roque and its Costanera, with public transport in front of our door with connection to all points of the city. In addition to our spectacular outdoor pool, we have a heated pool in our Spa, our own bar, restaurant, games room, recreation and sports, own garages and more...
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