Escape urban life at these top 10 off-grid getaways
Want to escape the city and head to the hills? Well, you are not alone.
There has been an uptick in the bookings of off-grid getaways in the last two years, with a 60 per cent spike in guests leaving glowing reviews for hideaway hotels, according to hotel booking website Hotels.com.
As travellers indulge in memorable once-in-a-lifetime experiences, unusual hotel destinations like these are topping today's wander lists.
IN A DESERT (UAE)
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara (from $371 per room per night)
Nestled among spectacular sand dunes, this quintessential ''middle of nowhere'' hotel with spa and safari offers plenty of space to unwind.
IN A LODGE (CHILE)
Remota Hotel (from $385)
Hidden in Chilean Patagonia, the world epicentre of natural beauty, this remote paradise offers a marina, spa, pool, garden and library. Guests can use this stunning hotel as a base to explore the nearby native forests, islets, ice fields and glaciers.
ON ICE (SWEDEN)
Icehotel (from $231)
This epic location is just the spot to rug up and take a moment to freeze in time, with endless opportunities to chill and hopefully enjoy the stunning Northern Lights. There is a selection of warm and cold room types available.
ON A MOUNTAIN (ST LUCIA)
Jade Mountain Resort (from $2,036)
Overlooking 242 ha of beachfront, this Caribbean resort is one of the most mesmerising hotels in the world. It features a full-service spa, fitness facilities, tennis courts and an infinity pool. Some suites even come with their own pool overlooking the mountains.
IN A SILO (NEW ZEALAND)
SiloStay Little River (from $167)
Go against the grain by holidaying in the quaint town of Little River, in refurbished grain silos that offer a unique, extraordinary and peaceful experience. This innovative, eco-friendly accommodation is the only one of its kind in the world.
IN A JUNGLE (BALI)
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan (from $627)
The resort is a well-hidden gem, rising out of the rice fields above the Ayung River. The 60-room retreat is surrounded by lush hillside and the fragrant gardens of Sayan, offering guests a spiritual experience.
IN A CAVE (TURKEY)
Gamirasu Cave Hotel (from $210)
This quirky abode is hidden among the beautiful and rugged Cappadocia region in Turkey. Thanks to the spectacular design and striking beauty, the cave rooms ensure that guests avoid a rocky holiday.
ON A PRIVATE ISLAND (FLORIDA, US)
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa (from $1,224)
The exclusive resort with only 30 guest rooms offers stunning waterfront views with a private beach, luxurious spa and five-star restaurant. Guests earn bragging rights for a truly off-grid vacation in the Floridian sun.
ON A TREE (THAILAND)
Keemala Hotel Phuket (from $2,805)
This is a tranquil wonderland set above a rainforest canopy. Forty minutes from Phuket, the 38-room resort offers free standing baths, yoga classes and a poolside bar. Plus, the stunning Bird's Nest villas offer private infinity pools in the sky.
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