8 unique hotels, some with swimming pools in trees

Located on mountains, on trees, clinging to cliffs or restaurants, hotel swimming pools on trees... are extremely interesting hotels in the world .

Loire Valley in La Duporterie, Esvres-sur-Indre, France

The Loire Valley’s 18 wooded chalets are fully equipped and have hot tubs on their terraces. The restaurant serves French cuisine made from simple ingredients. There’s no wifi, no TV, just fresh air and silence.

Playa Viva in Zihuatanejo, Mexico

Playa Viva has 19 eco-friendly rooms located on the beach, quiet and secluded. The hotel is simple, charming, without brick walls and different from the nearby resorts. Yoga, meditation or relaxing spa classes are always available.

Il San Pietro di Positano in Positano, Italy

Located on the Amalfi Coast, the hotel looks like it is hanging from a cliff, so those with a fear of heights will not be comfortable. Each room has a terrace facing the sea at the front, and the back is against the mountain. The restaurant on the top floor overlooks the bay of Salerno and there is a 17th century chapel at the entrance to the hotel. Il San Pietro di Positano is only open from April to October and welcomes guests over the age of 10.

Keemala in Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

Known as the “pool villa wonderland”, Keemala is nestled between the rainforest and the sea. The villas here are uniquely shaped like nomadic tents or bird cages. Interestingly, the villas’ swimming pools are located in the trees.

Soneva Kiri, Koh Kood, Thailand

Getting there is quite “spectacular”. From Bangkok airport, take the resort’s private jet to a landing strip, then take a speedboat to Soneva Kiri and a shuttle to each bungalow. There is an infinity pool and the rooms have outdoor bathrooms. The dining room is located in a tree like a bird's nest and has a zipline to deliver food.

Ochiairo in Izu, Shizuoka, Japan

Dating back to 1874, Ochiairo is set in a beautiful countryside setting. Rooms are classically styled: tatami mats, low furniture, bathtubs overlooking lush gardens. Breakfast and dinner are served in-room, featuring local specialties.

Boca de Água in Bacalar, Mexico

Bacalar has been a hot new destination for many years now. Set amidst the woods, the hotel rooms are built like stilt houses.

Clayoquot in Tofino, Canada

This high-end wilderness tented resort is only open from May to September. The tents here have carpets, antique furniture and luxurious wooden beds. Guests can participate in outdoor activities such as: ice baths (cold water), wildlife viewing, hiking... This is an isolated place so you have to get there by boat or seaplane.

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