With the night sky and visibility of stars under threat, the International Dark Sky Places Program (IDSP) advocates for the protection of the nocturnal environment. Of 200 and counting designated Dark Sky Places all around the world, North America claims over half. As the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) works to conserve our fragile skies and educate communities, it’s expected to see further parks, sanctuaries, reserves, and urban sites added as awareness for astrotourism continues to soar.
Beyond the certified zones, national parks and remote areas in the United States provide light pollution-free twilight skies for constellation spotting. Staying at these stargazing Airbnbs in Dark Sky zones around the US will make you feel like you can pluck the planets right out of the heavens.
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Designer Dark Sky villa in Death Valley – Beatty, Nevada
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You can’t get more remote than this off-the-grid Airbnb floating in the Nevada High Desert with only sand, stars, and your nearest and dearest for company. A sunken hot tub on the deck provides a dash of luxury although you needn’t rouse yourself from the couch or bed to soak up the scenery. Twenty miles off the national park perimeter, you’ll experience the full might of this Gold Tier Dark Sky Park and the clearest night skies in the US with zero effort needed.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $491 per night
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Stargazing Joshua Tree Airbnb – Twentynine Palms, California
See more photosThis stellar duo of cabins nails the blending of indoor and outdoor living. The smaller unit contains an open bedroom that’ll thrill seasoned and novice astronomers. Although the stars already feel close enough to touch, the telescope is an epic addition. On cooler evenings, you can sleep on the first floor or in the main cabin complete with a polished kitchen and lounge. A private hot tub, bocce ball court, and endless mountain views will keep you entertained for days. Consider a Joshua Tree UFO masterclass to buck your chances of a close encounter.
Four guests, three bedrooms
Price: $475 per night
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Surreal skywatching cabin with sauna – Flagstaff, Arizona
See more photosDesignated the pioneering Dark Sky City in 2001, you can cherry pick from scores of Flagstaff Airbnbs in Dark Sky zones.
This sustainable cabin near downtown and the Lowell Observatory earns two hundred billion extra stars for adding a barrel sauna to the backyard where you can study the constellations in tandem with a detox. The zero gravity massage bed, star binoculars, and telescope earn extra brownie points. Supplement your trip with a F
lagstaff stargazing experience and you’ll essentially return home with astronaut status.
Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $132 per night
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“Invisible” Airbnb for Grand Canyon stargazing – Williams, Arizona
See more photosIt’s one of the coolest astrotourism Airbnbs near the Grand Canyon but you’ll need to find it first. Clad with external mirrors,
this tiny desert home provides an off the (star) charts experience. Your solar-powered pod comes with a coffee maker, outdoor shower, and games to enjoy in the yard or indoors. Set the fire pit ablaze and you can spend hours tinkering with the telescope and counting Saturn’s rings in this Dark Sky Park. Ninety minutes from the South Rim, you may want to check out upcoming Star Party events.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $154 per night
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Moon gazing tower high in the sky – Tiller, Oregon
See more photosSleeping in this skywatching Airbnb in Oregon fully immerses you in the inky black skies that coat the Umatilla National Forest. Modeled on the fire lookout towers used by the US Forest Service,
the 40-foot home stands at a lofty elevation of 3,500 feet. With no Wi-Fi or television to distract you, you can lavish your full attention on the cosmos using the provided star map. Outside of significant astronomical events, July and August are the best months for astrotourism and Perseid meteor showers.
Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $257 per night
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Luxury stargazing chalet near Craters of the Moon – Hailey, Idaho
See more photosYou can’t get more cosmic than the Craters of the Moon National Monument and
this timber lodge is one of the best Dark Sky zone Airbnbs for larger groups. Bathe under the moonlight in the open-air hot tub or huddle around the fire pit with steaming cocoa. The indoor saltwater pool is heated year-round while the games’ barn and home cinema ensure that cloudy skies don’t dampen your stay. Seasonal daylight adventures include hiking and skiing followed by a sojourn in the private sauna.
Twelve guests, four bedrooms
Price: $856 per night
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A-frame Airbnb with hot tub under the stars – Breckenridge, Colorado
See more photosWildlife enthusiasts, winter sports junkies, and astronomer amateurs alike will be over the moon with
this isolated cabin in deepest, darkest Summit County. Standing at 9,600 feet above sea level, you’re practically in outer space yet with all the homely trimmings. The deck is festooned with gentle lighting and a Jacuzzi for peering into the galaxies furthest away. Bookend your stay with a
Rocky Mountains astrophotography experience and you’ll earn the perfect memento to hang on your own walls.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $400 per night
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Dark Sky Airbnb with observatory and hot tub – Glenwood, New Mexico
See more photosBursting at the seams with eccentricities and personality,
this goofy cabin is a treasure trove of antiques, books, and plants – plus all your mod-cons. Legend has it that Billy The Kid slept in this very bunkhouse. Mere miles from the Cosmic Campground Dark Sky Sanctuary, you’ll experience pitch-black nights from the private hot tub or observatory. Animal lovers only; the cabin is located on an organic farm where social dogs, ducks, and ponies roam freely. Bordering the Gila National Forest means you have trails leaving the backyard.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $138 per night
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Protected Dark Sky trailer minutes from Big Bend – Terlingua, Texas
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Airbnbs near Big Bend that feels like it’s in the middle of nowhere yet is only two miles from the national and state park entrances. The RV is neatly appointed with a full kitchen, bathroom, and a Murphy bed that’s surprisingly comfy. Each of the three campers in the compound has its own covered patio where you can nurse a bottle of wine into the wee areas and gawk at the Milky Way.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $146 per night
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Stargazing glamping yurt near Canyonlands Dark Sky Park – Monticello, Utah
See more photosThere’s much more to Canyonlands than mesas and buttes: the pollution-free skies above this national park put on a show that money can’t buy. One of the wildest
Dark Sky Airbnbs in Utah for nature-loving couples,
this bell tent features a transparent roof for effortless moon gazing. Communal areas include a glass-roofed bathroom, kitchen, and shaded hammocks. Craning your neck and the skies takes its toll on your neck so you’ll relish the daily one-hour sauna session included in your booking.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $172 per night
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Family-friendly Dark Sky Airbnb with observatory – Westcliffe, Colorado
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this lovely vacation rental may well look like your typical family home. But keep scrolling and you’ll see that your stay includes access to a greenhouse teeming with orchids, herbs, and tomatoes plus a labyrinth and meditation den. Located within the world’s highest altitude Dark Sky Community –Westcliffe and Silver Cliff – your cosmic experience continues with a tour or astrophotography session at the private observatory. Donations to a local non-profit are recommended.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $235 per night
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Romantic treehouse for lovers – Saint Cloud, Florida
See more photosThe Sunshine State might not spring to mind for dark skies but that’s only because you’re forgetting about Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park. This treetop Airbnb for stargazing near Florida’s untouched prairie ecosystem accommodates solo travelers or couples seeking clarity among greenery and constellations. Drink up the galactic displays from the wraparound deck or
from bed through the skylight. Those carrots in the fridge will help you become chums with your friendly equine neigh-bors.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $172 per night
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Storybook log cabin under the auroras – Talkeetna, Alaska
See more photosNo need to fly to Scandivania for celestial spectacles, one of the most beautiful
Arctic Airbnbs sits less than three hours from Denali National Park and Anchorage. In fact, the highest peak in North America is
visible from the balcony. Decked out with a full kitchen, DVD library, and a barbecue on the verandah, this two-story log cabin is ideal for a longer vacation in the largest US state. The more nights you stay, the higher the chance of sighting the northern lights or a meteor shower!
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $208 per night
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Secluded cabin in the Maine Woods – Greenville, Maine
See more photosOne of the largest Dark Sky zone Airbnbs,
this four-bedroom cabin is ideal for even the most astronomical families. Swallowed up by the forest of the AMC Maine Woods Dark Sky Park, the rental is peaceful from dawn until dusk with skywatching nooks on the verandah and yard. Dogs can accompany you but will need to be leashed to safeguard the wildlife. You’ll have complimentary access to the deeded dock on Moosehead Lake but snowmobiles are the way to go during winter.
Nine guests, four bedrooms
Price: $283 per night
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Bamboo treehouse near Volcanoes National Park – Volcano, Hawaii
See more photosAwesome for an adventurous honeymoon or romantic vacation,
this bamboo treehouse is outfitted with premium bedding and a full kitchen. Settle onto the lanai and you can tune into the melodies of apapane birds and coqui frogs by day and lap up unpolluted skies by night. Not a light traveler? There’s a nifty pulley system to spare lugging your suitcase up those spiral stairs. Heed the advice of past travelers and book for more than one night.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $296 per night
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Death Valley tiny home with moon deck – Sandy Valley, Nevada
See more photosIf you think you need to cruise the strip for bright lights, think again – nature has your back. Fifty miles west of Las Vegas and straddling the state line,
the astral spectacle from this Airbnb near the largest Dark Sky zone in the US will leave you starstruck. The loft of the cabin on wheels opens onto a roof deck where the Milky Way cartwheels above. Located on a rural dude ranch, you can add cooked meals or sign up for horse trekking in the desert. Pet fees are donated to SPCA International.
Three guests, one bedroom
Price: $125 per night
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