Top 10 tree hotels in the world

As a child, you must have dreamt of living in a treehouse. The truth is that there are few things more pleasurable than sleeping in a treehouse, it's a unique opportunity to escape the hectic city life and reconnect with nature.

If you're planning to get a taste of what it's like to spend a night in a tree, check out these 10 tree hotels from different corners of the globe, all designed to offer breathtaking scenery and a cosy atmosphere.

The Trillium in Seattle, Washington

Handcrafted from wood, its structure is prism-shaped, it is located at Treehouse Point, and is owned by Pete Nelson. 

A spiral staircase with a wooden handrail leads up to the main entrance. Before arriving, in the middle of the staircase there is a lookout point. The most striking detail is the large windows that cover the two floors of this house, offering panoramic views of the forest and the sensation of floating among the branches.

The treehouse has a living and dining room with a worktop on the first floor and a bedroom upstairs. The Trillium treehouse also offers beautiful views of a nearby pond.

Nearby attractions: Twin Falls Hiking Trail, Snow Lake, Franklin Falls, Rattlesnake Ledge, Roadhouse Restaurant and Carnation Café.

Price: From $375 per night.

Bird's nest at the Treehotel in Harads, Sweden

If you want the feeling of living high up in a tree like birds do, the Treehotel in Harads, Sweden, is the ideal destination. Its exterior design resembles a giant bird's nest, while the interior is spacious enough for a cosy stay.

This house is 17 square metres, and although it may seem small, it has a living room, two bedrooms and a toilet. Guests climb inside the Bird's Nest via a folding ladder that leads to a hatch in the floor. It is designed to accommodate up to four people at the same time.

Nearby places to visit: Lule river valley, rafting on the Råne or Kalix river, Taiga forest, moose safari.

Price : A night for two people costs SEK 4,900, or about 440 euros.

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Treetops Treehouse Hotel in Devon, United Kingdom

Staying in this fairytale-inspired treehouse in the Fox and Hounds area of Devon, UK, will make for a great weekend getaway perfect for connecting with nature and wildlife. Accessed by a wooden staircase, the impressive thing is that it is built five metres above the ground on a 250-year-old tree.

The Treetops house is very well equipped, with a large king-size bed, a children's bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, and a relatively large terrace.

All the furniture is local and sustainable, from the headboard and sofa to the wooden tables and lamps.

Nearby places to visit: Tarka Trail, Castle Drogo, RHS Garden Rosemoor, National Trust Properties, Quad Biking near Umberleigh.

Price: Depending on the season the price can vary between 314€ and 595€ per night.

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Arctic Treehouse Hotel Suite in Rovaniemi, Finland

Arctic TreeHouse Suites are elevated log cabins with one double bed or two twin beds, designed for comfortable stays in the midst of the typical Arctic landscape.

Inside there is a large window with a breathtaking view of the forest. It is priceless to be able to enjoy an aurora borealis from the bed.

The rooms at the Arctic Treehouse Hotel are equipped with all comforts, rain and hydro-massage showers, underfloor heating and internet access.

Nearby places to visit: Santa Park, Arctic Golf Finland, Kemijoki River, Rovaniemi Church, Angry Birds Park, Ounasvaara Mountain and much more.

The price per night per person is 656€ per night.

Alpaca Treehouse in Bamboo Forest, Atlanta

Situated on a farm in a particular bamboo forest, this alpaca treehouse in Atlanta was featured in Treehouse Masters: Ultimate Treehouse VI in 2018. It has an elevated design and plenty of windows to take advantage of the views.

Numerous recycled materials have been used in the construction and decoration of this tree house. It has a living room, a bedroom with two beds, a bathroom with a composting toilet, a recycled sink, and from its windows we can observe some of the farm animals: alpacas, hens, llamas...

Nearby places to visit: Oakland Cemetery, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, Ebenezer Baptist Church of Atlanta, Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, Agatha's Mystery Theatre.

Price : The base price per night is US$375, about €315 per night.

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Treehouse Hotel Room at Tsala Treetop Lodge in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Built in the middle of a dense forest, this Hunter Hotels room has all the comforts, spacious bedrooms, minibar, televisions, internet connection. In addition to a cosy bathroom, swimming pool and terrace, we have a magnificent viewpoint. To access the house we have an elevated wooden walkway through the trees. 

Ideal for couples, we can dine al fresco after a massage and aromatherapy session, all surrounded by luxurious local craftsmanship.

Nearby places to visit: Knysna Elephant Park, Birds of Eden and Elephant Sanctuary, Fynbos Flower Safari, Robberg Peninsula Walk, Plettenberg Bay Country Club, Garden Route.

Price: From $420 per night, about €350 per night.

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Adults-only treehouse at Post Ranch Inn, California

This triangular-shaped treehouse rises three metres above the forest floor and affords pleasant views of the Pacific Ocean coastline and surrounding forest. Inside we find all the necessary comforts, king-size bed, wood-burning fireplace, desk, walk-in shower, private terrace, dining area and the best part is a skylight in the ceiling of the room to see the stars at night.

Guests, who must be at least 18 years old, can enjoy the hotel's infinity pool and sample Californian cuisine at the nearby Sierra Mar restaurant.

Nearby places to visit: Big Sur Roadhouse, Seal Beach Scenic Overlook, Nepenthe, Pfeiffer Beach and the famous Partington Cove hiking trail.

Price: From $925 per night, about €780 per night.

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Treehouse with 7 rooms in Treehotel, Sweden

Built in the middle of a beautiful pine forest in Swedish Lapland, overlooking the spectacular Lule River, this charred wooden house was designed by the famous Norwegian architectural firm Snøhetta. The structure rises up to ten metres above the ground and is supported by 12 metal pillars.

The cottage consists of two bedrooms, a living room, a bathroom and a terrace with a net floor. It can accommodate up to five people at a time. The large windows and the aforementioned terrace make it an ideal place to enjoy the place. This hotel is ideal to enjoy a good holiday at any time of the year.

Nearby places to visit: Lule River Valley, Taiga forests and moose safari.

Price : The price of the room is around 1,300 euros per night.

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Bird's Nest at Keemala Resort, Phuket, Thailand

The Bird's Nest at Keemala Resort in Phuket, Thailand, is one of the most unusual tree houses in the world. In total, the resort has eight such houses, blending into the trees and lush greenery. Each house has a king-size bed, a toilet, a small outdoor terrace and a completely private swimming pool.

Some trees are inside the structure of the cabins simulating many of the traditional houses of the area. This resort is ideal for couples who want to rest and relax for a few days.

Nearby places to visit: Phuket Island, Mala beach resort and Kamala beach.

Price: The cottage is available from around 1,000 euros per night.

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Kingston Treehouse Hotel in Lion Sands, South Africa

For the end we leave one of our favourites, the Kingston tree house, its wooden structure that rises several metres and once at the top the views are dreamlike. The absence of walls stands out, if we want privacy we have curtains. 

The room has a double bed, two pull-out beds, a full bathroom and a kitchen. We will also, of course, have our own terrace.

It is designed to enjoy the African flora and fauna, so this time we will have to forget about the internet and even the electricity.

This accommodation will only be possible if you book a complete package, it is not possible to stay independently, but if you ever decide to go on safari in South Africa to enjoy the wildlife, this house would be a perfect option.

Nearby places to visit: Sabi Sand Reserve and Kruger National Park