UCPA centres are best described as a mix of activity centres, friendly hostels and simple hotels. While UCPA may not be known for luxury accommodation, we prioritise the social experience and great skiing. This is not only beneficial from a social perspective, but is often more eco-friendly than larger, more lavish hotels.

According to a study from Travel & Climate, hostels have on average a full 75% lower carbon footprint than hotels, which is due to the following, for example:
 

• Efficient use of space: Multi-bed rooms can reduce the amount of unused space. This means fewer rooms need to be heated, lit and maintained.
• Shared resources: In multi-bed rooms, travellers often share resources such as bathrooms, lighting and heating, which can lead to lower per-person consumption of water, electricity and heat.
• Reduced consumption of disposable items: Large hotels tend to offer single-use items such as shampoo, soap and toiletries in every room. With fewer rooms and more shared spaces, a simpler centre can reduce the amount of these items, which in turn reduces waste.
• Fewer services: Luxury hotels often have several restaurants, pools, spa facilities and other amenities that use large amounts of energy and water. A simpler centre like UCPA with limited services can have a lower environmental impact.
• Meals are served as a buffet –  Our guests can take exactly the amount of food they want to eat, which reduces the risk of food being thrown away.