From high desert landscapes to tree-covered mountain tops, the USA’s breadth of national parks offers a wide range of experiences, even ones for those who appreciate the finer things in life. For all our sybaritic nature enthusiasts, we’ve compiled a list of the best luxury boutique hotels and chic glamping stays nationwide, all located near national parks.
Trailborn Grand Canyon (Grand Canyon National Park)
4 Stars | Website | Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG)
96 | Outdoor swimming pool; Guidebooks; Bar | 2
Grand Canyon National Park; Historic Route 66; Grand Canyon Village; Grand Canyon Railway
It’s about time North America’s most iconic natural wonder got a boutique hotel worthy of its status. Enter Trailborn Grand Canyon, a vintage Western-inspired retreat along Route 66 in Williams, Arizona, from the nature-forward hospitality group Trailborn. Think: Miss Kitty’s Southwestern steakhouse—saloon-style beer hall with darts, and an outdoor pool for post-hike dips. Just 1.5 hours from the South Rim, the hotel offers expert-led Grand Canyon Discovery Tours—ideal for first-timers and curious adventurers alike.
Sage Lodge (Yellowstone National Park)
4 Stars | Website | Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
50 | Spa; Fitness center; Bar | 2
Yellowstone National Park-North Gate; Old Saloon; Yellowstone River
The rugged beauty of Montana’s Paradise Valley sets the stage for Sage Lodge, a luxurious mountain resort just a 35-minute drive from Yellowstone National Park. The 50-key stay evokes the feel of a cozy alpine home, with in-room stone fireplaces and dark wood furnishings. Guests can explore the park on guided wildlife tours offered by the lodge, then unwind with a treatment at the Spa at Sage Lodge and dinner beside an outdoor fire pit at the Fireside Room.
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The Bungalows by Homestead Modern (Joshua Tree National Park)
4 Stars | Website | Palm Springs International Airport
14 | Free WiFi; Full-equipped kitchen; Front desk | 0
Joshua Tree National Park; Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum; The Integratron
Idyllically situated at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center—just minutes from the national park entrance—The Bungalows by Homestead Modern features 14 post-and-beam-style suites with mid-century modern décor. Each room includes concrete floors, yellow window shades, and a private patio that opens up to endless views of the high desert landscape.
If you need another option, Homestead Modern also helms Monument House.
Blackberry Mountain (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
5 Stars | Website | McGhee Tyson Airport
75 | Outdoor swimming pool; Spa; Fitness center | 3
Great Smoky Mountains National Park; Blackberry Farm; Cades Cove
Sprawling across 5,200 acres of lush valley and miles of hiking trails, Blackberry Mountain is a chic, wellness-focused retreat nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains—just 20 minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Its 75 luxurious guestrooms share natural wood interiors and plush four-poster beds, inviting guests to sink beneath the sheets and watch the sunset behind the Smoky Mountain peaks.
Trailborn Rocky Mountains (Rocky Mountain National Park)
4 Stars | Website | Denver International Airport
86 | Outdoor swimming pools; Free WiFi; Outdoor seating | 1
Rocky Mountain National Park; Gem Lake; Sky Pond
Located in Estes Park, Colorado, Trailborn Rocky Mountains invites you to experience your own “Rocky Mountain High.” With 86 rooms across two buildings—40 at Trailborn Rocky Mountains and 46 at the Outpost—the interiors capture the rustic charm of a mountain lodge. Explore snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and 300+ miles of hiking trails in Rocky Mountain National Park with curated, guide-led adventures. Afterward, unwind in one of the outdoor pools, cruise into town on complimentary bikes, and cap off the day with tacos and margaritas at Casa Colina.
Under Canvas Yosemite (Yosemite National Park)
5 Stars | Website | Fresno Yosemite International Airport
71 | Shuttle Stop; On-Site Dining; Experience Coordinator | 1
Yosemite National Park; Sierra Nevada Mountains; The Little Church on The Hill
As the pioneering glamping brand’s first California outpost, Under Canvas Yosemite is a standout addition to the group’s collection of luxury tented stays. Just 10 minutes from the park’s Big Oak Flat entrance, the camp offers complimentary transportation via the nearby YARTS stop and is easily accessible from the Bay Area, Sacramento, and beyond. After a day of Half Dome hikes and dips in the Swinging Bridge swimming hole, guests can unwind in safari-style tents decorated with pinewood floors, cowhide rugs, and heated mattresses (a cozy, fire-safe alternative to in-room fireplaces).
Caldera House (Grand Teton National Park)
5 Stars | Website | Jackson Hole Airport
8 | Spa; Fitness center; Bar | 2
Grand Teton National Park; Teton Village; Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Tucked beneath the summits of Jackson Hole in Teton Village, Caldera House is an ultra-luxury boutique hotel offering the ultimate year-round escape into Wyoming’s untamed land. Outfitted in Western-style Ralph Lauren fabrics (designer chic, indeed), its eight sprawling suites are steeped in luxe American West design from floor to ceiling.
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Dunton River Camp (Mesa Verde National Park)
5 Stars | Website | Durango-La Plata County Airport
8 | Free WiFi; Spa; Bar | 1
Mesa Verde National Park; Four Corners Monument; Mount Wilson
Set in the Colorado Rockies, Dunton River Camp offers the ultimate glamping escape just an hour from Mesa Verde National Park. Open from June to October, the eight-tent Outpost features leather upholstery, personal fireplaces, and two mountain bikes per tent for exploring nearby trails. The renovated 19th-century main lodge includes a dining room, a guest salon, and a wraparound deck with sweeping views of the San Juan Mountains.
Under Canvas Acadia (Acadia National Park)
5 Stars | Website | Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport
63 | Pet friendly; Outdoor seating; Fireplace | 1
Acadia National Park; Indian Point Preserve; Woodlawn Park
Fringing Maine’s waterfront, Under Canvas Acadia, delivers an upscale glamping experience that immerses guests in nature without sacrificing luxury. Venture 35 minutes from camp to explore Acadia National Park’s lush forests and rocky coastline. Gather around the fire pit for s’mores at night before sinking into a sumptuous king-sized bed.
Open Sky Zion (Zion National Park)
5 Stars | Website | St. George Regional Airport
6 | Free WiFi; Complimentary Breakfast; Room service | 1
Zion National Park; The Narrows; Angels Landing
Located at the edge of Zion National Park, Open Sky Zion is a dream stay for avid stargazers. With exceptional views of the Milky Way, the six luxe tents are perfectly positioned to offer sweeping vistas of the star-filled night sky. The tents feature earth-toned décor, private indoor and outdoor rain showers, and expansive windows that bring nature’s splendor inside.
