Tswalu Kalahari (South Africa)
Located in the South African desert, within a private reserve, nature lovers will fall asleep surrounded by the sound of wind blowing through the trees while gazing at the stars. The rooftop terrace is built high above the ground to ensure safety and to keep out the occasional wild animals. Tswalu Kalahari is the perfect choice for travelers who enjoy both the conveniences of the modern world and a connection with nature. This is truly a “paradise” for those who love to sleep outdoors.
Alberteta (Italy)
Part of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux network, the Albereta features a luxurious Cabriolet room that allows guests to gaze at the night sky thanks to its retractable roof. With the push of a button next to the bed, the roof can be opened or closed at will, allowing guests to take in the starry sky.
Amangiri (USA)
Located in the southern Utah desert, Amangiri features six luxury suites with retractable roofs. Each suite is shielded by three walls and offers expansive views of the night sky, as well as a pool for those who want to swim under the stars. Famous for its pristine Canyon Point setting, the quiet valley surrounding it and the dry weather, spending the night outdoors at Amangiri is truly an unforgettable experience for visitors.
Las Ventanas al Paraiso (Mexico)
Located next to the beach, this luxury hotel is just a 10-minute walk from a nature reserve. All 71 rooms have free Wi-Fi, bedrooms with roofs and three surrounding walls, and the front wall or door has been removed to be closer to nature. The hotel also has luxury penthouse rooms, with spacious terraces and an outdoor king-sized bed. Guests can start the evening on this outdoor bed, then go inside to rest, or sleep outside and wait for the sunrise.
Elqui Domos (Chile)
A popular spot for astronomy enthusiasts, this hotel has tents for guests to stay in. Each tent has a bed placed high up on the roof, and the roof is partially open for viewing the sky.
Not as luxurious as the above hotels with simple interiors, but each tent serves basic amenities. Stargazers can also go to the nearby observatory to observe.
Lion Sands Game Reserve (South Africa)
Over the past 60 years, the Chalkley Treehouse – originally built as a photographer’s base – has been refurbished and fully equipped with all the comforts of a five-star hotel, including a cosy double bed, a hot water bottle, bathrobes and a basin, in a wild and safe setting. Guests are led to the unique treehouse at sunset with drinks and dinner, and then enjoy a full night under the stars.
Loisaba Wilderness Lodge (Nanyuki, Kenya)
Loisaba’s “Star Beds” are inspired by the Mukokoteni trolley and built on an old Land Rover, each bed sits on a large platform about 10 feet off the ground and 100 feet apart, ensuring privacy. This is a perfect place for newlyweds to enjoy their honeymoon.
Adrere Amellal: Desert Ecolodge (Siwa, Egypt)
Situated at the foot of the White Mountains, Adrere Amellal is a secluded desert resort made up of earthen buildings that blend naturally with the landscape. It offers direct access to the salt lake and the Great Sand Sea.
Each room is hand-built with a unique and one-of-a-kind style. All furnishings and crafts pay tribute to nature and talented local artisans. There is no electricity, so the rooms are softly lit with dozens of beeswax candles and a starry sky.
AKA. Central Park (New York, USA)
Located just west of Fifth Avenue, AKA. Central Park, this outdoor bedroom comes complete with a queen-sized bed and a wood-burning fireplace, allowing guests to sleep under the New York skyline.
Sabuk Lodge (Nanyuki, Kenya)
What could be more exciting than waking up in the morning and being surrounded by nature with giraffes or wild boars around... This is what you will experience when staying at Sabuk Lodge in North Central Kenya, on a plateau along the Ewaso Nyiro River on the outskirts of Nanyuki - where the rooms only have thatched roofs and no surrounding walls at all.
Nkwichi Lodge (Mozambique)
A hand-built lodge on the shores of Lake Niassa in Mozambique, Nkwichi Lodge is set within a 600 sq km reserve.2, home to hundreds of species of wildlife.
After a day of exploring, guests here can fall asleep on a Nkwichi bed, then board a boat to enjoy breakfast among the baobab trees.
Amanruya (Bodrum, Türkiye)
Amanruya is located in Bodrum, one of the hottest summer regions in Türkiye. Guests will sleep on beds in a thatched house with a roof and no walls to enjoy the cool breeze at night and avoid the heat of Bordrum.
JADE MOUNTAIN (ST LUCIA)
The resort's 28 rooms are completely open-plan, with no doors even in the bathrooms. Walls have been removed to allow guests to enjoy the natural views.
The hotel is nestled on the mountainside, has a private beach, a luxurious spa, and famous dishes. The special thing is that children are not allowed here, so it is very suitable for couples to experience a romantic honeymoon trip.
DumaTau Camp (Botswana)
Dumatau can be roughly translated as the roar of the lion. This is a luxury tent hotel in Botswana. Inside this hotel there are 8 double rooms and 2 rooms for large families.
The tents are set up on the ground next to the river for guests to enjoy the scenery and see wildlife. Each room has sliding doors to open up the view of the river. Each apartment also has a large dining room, living room and swimming pool.
LADERA (ST. LUCIA)
Ladera is a treehouse style resort with only three walls, the other side is completely open to nature. Ladera is the only resort located in a UNESCO World Heritage site, with views of the Pitons and the Caribbean Sea.
Bangkok Tree House (Thailand)
The tree houses at this hotel are designed with natural, environmentally friendly materials. In addition, visitors can sleep on pure white beds in the open space, have outdoor showers, and participate in cooking classes...
