If you’re a fan of camping but not looking to sacrifice anything on the comfort front, glamping — or glamorous camping — might be the travel experience you should book for your next weekend getaway. Glamping allows you to enjoy gorgeous views and outdoor activities (think swimming, biking and boating) while sleeping comfortably in the great outdoors.
Glamping resorts have been gained popularity around the U.S., and now you can even book some with hotel loyalty program points, such as Under Canvas via World of Hyatt and Marriott Bonvoy’s Outdoor Collection.
Most resorts consist of spread-out accommodations, typically tents, although some are stand-alone cabins or RVs. Remember that you can expect different levels of service while staying at a glamping resort: Some offer a dedicated camping butler, whereas others have shared bathrooms and a less private setting.
Whether you’re hoping to sleep under the stars in a national park or bring your furry friend along to a pet-friendly, outdoor-focused retreat, these are the best glamping resorts in the U.S.
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Ulum Moab
With safari-style tents, Ulum Moab offers spectacular views of Looking Glass Arch and the surrounding red-sandstone desert. The property is under the umbrella of the luxury boutique hospitality brand Mr & Mrs Smith, and is therefore bookable using World of Hyatt points.
Sitting across 200 acres of striking desert landscape, the 50 suite tents offer breathtaking views of the Canyonlands National Park. Each features a king-size bed, luxe Parachute linens, a lounge area with a sofa bed, an ensuite bathroom with a rain shower and a private deck. They also all have cooling fans, electric blankets and wood-burning stoves to create the ideal sleeping environment. You will also find upscale dining and a terrace with dipping pools. Complimentary on-site programs include yoga classes, evening stargazing, hiking and live music.
Rates at Ulum Moab start at $524 or 48,000 World of Hyatt points per night.
The Resort at Paws Up
The Resort at Paws Up in Greenough, Montana, is arguably one of the most luxurious glamping resorts in the western U.S. Case in point: Guests enjoy a dedicated camping butler who caters to their every need during their stay.
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It’s also worth noting that the property is an all-inclusive resort. Three gourmet meals, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, transportation to and from the resort, and certain on-site activities are included in the nightly rate. However, there are also unique activities — ranging from a hot air balloon ride to ATV excursions — available for an additional cost.
The six exclusive glamping camps each offer a different experience depending on your needs. For example, North Bank Camp (which offers three-bedroom, two-bathroom tents) is ideal for families. Depending on the camp you book, you might be near a rushing river or enjoy more privacy in the hushed forest.
The property allows guests to book an individual tent or an entire camp if desired. Since it is a dog-friendly resort, you can also bring your furry friends along.
The Resort at Paws Up offers glamping from mid-May to October. Call the property to inquire about glamping rates.
Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains
Under Canvas is a great glamping option for first-timers, thanks to its dozen-plus locations nationwide. Guests staying in the safari-style tents have king-size beds, wood-burning stoves, patios with West Elm furnishings, full bathrooms and hot running water. The brand’s Great Smoky Mountains location, just outside the national park’s western border in Tennessee, feels totally private and secluded with its 182 woodland acres.
Similar to other Under Canvas locations, the property offers a host of activities, including yoga, trivia nights, painting and guided hikes. Whitewater rafting, driving tours and other adventure activities can be added with adventure packages. It also has a burgeoning culinary scene where guests can dine on options like steak burgers, pot roasts, charcuterie boards and more.
Rates at Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains start around $178 per night or 16,500 World of Hyatt points.
Amangiri
In a 900-acre plot in the middle of the Utah desert, Amangiri is one of the most sought-after resorts in the world. While the property is renowned for its incredible suites, the on-site glamping experience in the tented retreat of Camp Sarika at Amangiri is equally special.
Designed to seamlessly blend into their surroundings, each of the 10 luxury tented pavilions — ranging from 1,800 to over 2,800 square feet — has one or two bedrooms alongside private plunge pools, wide terraces, cozy firepits, a spacious lounge, a bar and a dining area. Bathrooms are outfitted with both indoor and outdoor showers and deep soaking tubs, too.
All stays include full board, wellness classes, guided hikes on a private trail system and full access to the spa and other amenities at Amangiri (a short golf cart ride away from Camp Sarika).
Rates at Camp Sarika at Amangiri start around $7,285 per night.
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Big Sur, a beautiful section of California’s Central Coast, isn’t home to many accommodation options since it’s generally a bit hard to access. With a location overlooking this gorgeous treasured landscape, Alila Ventana Big Sur is one of the few luxury accommodations in the area. The best part: It’s bookable through World of Hyatt, and you can get stellar value for your points here.
Though the property has a slew of luxury hotel rooms, guests can also book an all-inclusive glamping experience at the tents spread across a 20-acre redwood canyon. All have plush beds, electric lamps, hot and cold potable water with sinks and power outlets. Outdoor amenities — including wood-burning fire pits, picnic tables and Adirondack chairs — are also available.
Guests staying on-site can purchase the Spa Alila Day Pass, which includes a massage or facial and poolside meal; it also provides access to the pool, hot tub and sauna. Although the glamping experience is part of the hotel, glamping guests must pay an additional fee to access certain resort facilities.
Nightly rates at the Category-8 Alila Ventana Big Sur start at $2,250 or 55,000 World of Hyatt points.
Terramor Outdoor Resort Bar Harbor
When you stay at Terrramor Outdoor Resort in Maine, you’ll have access to luxe amenities like Frette linens, Pendelton blankets, screened-in porches and private fire pits. However, that’s not all. The 64-tent resort also has a vast menu of wellness-focused experiences, including pampering spa treatments in the Wellness Tent and an Acadia saltwater immersion experience where guests can brave a two-hour guided cold-water plunge.
When you’re not too busy relaxing, there are plenty more active pursuits like beekeeping, hiking, bird watching, stargazing lectures and live music.
The resort is on Mount Desert Island, which is widely considered the gateway to Acadia National Park and boasts gorgeous views of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. In town, the resort can help arrange everything from self-guided tours of local boutiques to whale watching or kayaking excursions. However, for the ultimate glamping experience, take advantage of the private on-site grills. Terramor will provide you with everything you need, ranging from tools to beef patties, scallops and ribeye steaks.
Terramor Outdoor Resort Bar Harbor offers glamping from $528 per night, often with a two-night minimum stay.
AutoCamp Joshua Tree
If you’re not a fan of sleeping in a tent, a cozy RV is a fantastic alternative. AutoCamp, a glamping brand specializing in Airstream accommodations, has a partnership with Hilton that lets Hilton Honors members earn and burn points on a glamping experience.
Set in the Southern California desert, AutoCamp Joshua Tree has an outdoor bar, plunge pool, hot tub and mobile kitchen for different chef resident pop-ups. The 25-acre outpost at Joshua Tree National Park features 47 accommodations spread across three room categories: Airstreams, accessible suites and X suites. All feature modern decor and a kitchenette, outdoor dining area and firepit, in addition to HVAC systems to handle all weather conditions.
Besides having easy access to the national park, guests can take advantage of the property’s fireside chats, ecology walks, night-sky photography seminars and yoga classes.
Rates at Autocamp Joshua Tree start around $151 or 56,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
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Bolt Farm Treehouse
Whether you’re planning a romantic retreat or relaxing solo trip, for an adults-only glamping experience, look no further than Bolt Farm Treehouse. Nestled across 55 acres on the outskirts of Chattanooga, Tennessee, the property has gorgeous accommodation options ranging from treehouses to domes to mirror cabins — all designed for maximum appreciation of their natural surroundings.
With activities like hiking, kayaking and mountaintop yoga sessions, guests have plenty of time to disconnect and unwind. At the end of the day, take in the panoramic views from your oversized soaking tub or spacious deck, equipped with an outdoor shower, canvas bed and pizza oven.
Rates at Bolt Farm Treehouse start around $650 per night.
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