Pick your pod: The best luxury glamping experiences in the world

Skylodge Adventure Suites, Peru

Best for: Adrenaline Junkies

Calling adventurers, and those with a head for heights. If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience that seriously pushes the boundaries, these transparent pods hanging from the cliffs of Peru’s Sacred Valley should do the trick. Accessible only by zipline or via ferrata, these remarkably luxury glamping pods provide breathtaking views and an unparalleled connection to nature. Each specially designed suite is equipped with comfortable beds, a dining area, and private bathroom while daily gourmet dinners and breakfasts are served with a side of jaw-dropping mountain vistas.

Want to soak up some iconic attractions? Tick of Machu Picchu and the like with a little help from our recommended list of luxury experiences in Peru.

Amangiri, Utah

Best for: Unpluggers

Less ‘pod’ and more subterranean Bond villain lair, these sleek structures slip into, around, and beneath the mesmerising rock formations of Utah’s Canyon Country. Wide, open spaces and seemingly endless views are the order of the day here, with minimal intrusion from the outside world being central to the resort’s overarching feeling of calm, making it a popular choice for those in need of a digital detox. Meanwhile, an inviting free-form pool and neutral tones add to the sense that it was all just carved into the landscape. Gaze out over the prehistoric mesas while utilising the amenities and indulging in dining, which, in true Aman style, is nothing short of exquisite.

If you can drag yourself away from your luxury pod, head for the skies to admire the dramatic desert landscape from above, on our exclusive hot air-balloon rides.

91 Athens Riviera by Domes, Greece

Best for: Coastal Chills & Cosmopolitan Thrills

Europe’s high society have sunned themselves on the glittering shores of the Athenian Riviera for millennia, and recent years have seen it enjoy a tantalising return to its previous vitality. This newly opened resort captures the essence of barefoot luxury with nature-inspired pods that peer between ancient olive trees and native shrubbery, their ridged tops giving the impression of a resting tortoise. Meanwhile, the private beach complete with swanky club, waterside dining, and laid-back hedonism of the place provide the makings of a quintessential coastal stay – all within easy reach of the vibrant cosmopolitanism of Athens.

White Desert Echo Camp, Antarctica

Best for: Astrophiles 

Employing much of the same tech used to send astronauts beyond the stratosphere, these space-age pods look as if they could have been plucked from the lunar landscape. The otherworldly camp features just six cutting-edge, eco-friendly Sky Pods available for exclusive use, each featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the icy wilderness that sprawls in all directions around you. The terrain might be alien, but the gourmet cuisine, dedicated concierge, and sumptuous furnishings will be familiar to luxury travellers while the unforgettable experiences elevate your stay to the extraordinary.

Discover immersive views, bespoke dining and outdoor excursions galore when you book a celestial stay at Echo Camp. 

Wadi Rum Bubble Luxotel, Jordan

Best for: Desert Dreamers

Speaking of Martian landscapes…Rising like a mirage from Jordan’s magnificent Wadi Rum, these incongruous bubbles are bursting with mod-cons. Climate-controlled, you’ll find yourself shielded from the intensity of the desert conditions, while being enveloped in the technicolour glory of your surroundings. Each pod offers its own private terrace with a Jacuzzi, so you needn’t leave your base to appreciate wraparound vistas. Think craggy outcrops casting lengthening shadows on dunes that shift between hues of fiery orange and deep terracotta. If you do leave, desert safaris and starlit dining await.

Wilderness Bisate, Rwanda

Best for: Nature Enthusiasts

Tucked amid the steamy foliage of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, Wilderness Bisate offers an extraordinary eco-luxury experience. The lodge features six spacious, en suite forest villas that fuse contemporary comfort and traditional Rwandan style, boasting private decks and even fireplaces. Deeply committed to sustainability, with a focus on reforestation and community involvement, you’ll have the chance to take part in activities such as gorilla trekking, guided nature walks, and cultural experiences with the local community, all while being encased by the beauty of the surrounding Afro-alpine forests.

Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, Punta Mita, Mexico

Best for: Romantic Retreats

Looking out over the lush Central American jungle to the Pacific Ocean beyond, this adults-only retreat is positioned between land and sea; tree top and forest floor; heaven and earth. Four Seasons Naviva features 15 luxury tented bungalows with open sides, finished with tactile wooden accents that further blur the lines between inside and out, while your private plunge pool provides welcome refreshment from the balmy tropical warmth. Sustainably minded and fostering a connection to this exceptional eco-system, Naviva provides an intimate, transformative escape, while its grown-up sensibilities set the scene for romance.

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Capella Ubud | Bali, Indonesia 

“With moody interiors and aquamarine plunge pools that jut out into the treetops, Capella Ubud is one of Bali's most photogenic accommodation options. All of the self-contained suites have each been cleverly embedded into the hillside to allow for unobstructed views.”

- Claire Baker
 

Whether your idea of luxury is sunbathing in style on the ever-instagrammable Athens Riviera or taking a digital detox and marvelling over Utah’s unique terrain, there’s a posh pad (or should we say, pod) waiting to host your next extraordinary retreat.