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OutsideOct 6, 2026

7 Best U.S. Accommodations for Stargazing—and Yes, I’ve Stayed at All of Them

Astrotourism columnist Stephanie Vermillion travels the world for dark skies and starry stays. These are seven of her favorites in the U.S., with amenities like stargazing sound baths and aurora hunting from bed.

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  • Chisos Mountain LodgeHotelStayed close to trails for nighttime fresco viewing.
  • Elsewhere
  • Arches National ParkSightMoab, United StatesBasecamp for night photography.
  • Ulum MoabHotelMoab, United StatesResort with canvas tents near Moab, good for night photography.
  • Coopers Rock State ForestSightBruceton Mills, United States12 miles from Morgantown, with trail miles and bouldering.
  • Borealis BasecampHotelFairbanks, United StatesOffers fiberglass igloos and glass-walled cubes for sky-watching.
  • Skyview HotelHotelTorrey, United StatesGeodesic domes with skylights for viewing night skies.
  • Gifford HomesteadRestaurantTorrey, United StatesFamous for its takeaway pie.
  • The Summit at Big BendHotelTerlingua, United StatesStargazing domes with desert scrub overlook and sky windows.
  • Fresh Coast CabinsHotelCopper Harbor, United StatesCabins with unobstructed north-facing views across Lake Superior.
  • Isle Royale National ParkSightCopper Harbor, United StatesGateway town is Copper Harbor.
  • Coopers Rock State Forest Stargazing CabinsHotelBruceton Mills, United StatesA-frame abodes with oversized windows and patios for stargazing.
  • Volcano HouseHotelHawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, United StatesLies on the edge of the active Kīlauea caldera.
  • Crater Rim TrailTrailHawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, United StatesAdjacent to Volcano House for viewing volcanic glow and stars.
  • Under Canvas Lake PowellHotelLake Powell, United StatesWorld's first DarkSky-certified accommodation.
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 12

11 National Parks That Are Even More Beautiful in the Fall

Enjoy changing leaves in Shenandoah and cooler days in Big Bend.

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  • The PerchPlacestargazing oasis
  • Willow HouseHotelbucket-list stay where design meets style
  • Desert Sky HutPlace
  • Elsewhere
  • Tenaya LakeSightYosemite National Park, United StatesThe surface of Tenaya Lake has an elevation of 8,150 feet (2,484 m).
  • The Claremont HotelHotelAcadia National Park, United Stateshistoric guest rooms with a view
  • Cadillac MountainSightAcadia National Park, United Statesreservations required for sunrise viewing
  • The AhwahneeHotelYosemite National Park, United Statesstay at a National Historic Landmark hotel
  • Going-to-the-Sun RoadTrailGlacier National Park, United Statesclimbs through forests and alpine terrain to Logan Pass
  • Skyline DriveSightShenandoah National Park, United States105-mile scenic drive through park
  • Tuolumne MeadowsNeighborhoodYosemite National Park, United StatesIts approximate location is 37°52.5′N 119°21′W.
  • Many GlacierSightGlacier National Park, United Statesstate of Montana.
  • Two MedicineSightGlacier National Park, United Statesstate of Montana.
  • Acadia Bike RentalsPlaceAcadia National Park, United Statesrent bicycles to cruise park carriage roads
  • Jordan Pond HouseRestaurantAcadia National Park, United Statespicnic spot famous for popovers with jam
  • TerramorHotelAcadia National Park, United Statesglamping option
  • Brandywine FallsTrailCuyahoga Valley National Park, United StatesOfficial websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
  • The LedgesTrailCuyahoga Valley National Park, United StatesOfficial websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
  • Towpath TrailTrailCuyahoga Valley National Park, United Stateshistoric canal locks for cycling
  • Valley OverlookHotelCuyahoga Valley National Park, United Statesstays inside the park
  • Glidden HouseHotelCuyahoga Valley National Park, United Statestaste of the Cleveland arts scene
  • Mist TrailTrailYosemite National Park, United Statesthree-mile trail
  • Tioga RoadSightYosemite National Park, United Stateswinding drive with photo opportunities
  • Rush Creek LodgeHotelYosemite National Park, United Statespost-park wellness
  • Dark Hollow FallsTrailShenandoah National Park, United Statesrippling cascade hikers won't want to miss
  • Stony ManSightShenandoah National Park, United Statespanoramic views for photographers
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Condé Nast TravelerJun 21

These Iconic National Park Hotels Are Some of the USA's Most Beautiful Stays

From historic lodges to sprawling ranch resorts, these stunning spots are worth planning your next trip around.

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  • El TovarHotelGrand Canyon National Park, United StatesSwiss chalet-like building near the Grand Canyon's Southern Rim.
  • Kalaloch LodgeHotelOlympic National Park, United StatesRustic lodge between pine trees and Pacific Ocean beaches.
  • Old Faithful InnHotelYellowstone National Park, United StatesWorld's largest log hotel with an 85-foot stone fireplace.
  • The Stanley HotelHotelEstes Park, United StatesHistoric hotel known for inspiring Stephen King's The Shining.
  • Many Glacier HotelHotelGlacier National Park, United StatesTechnology-deficient chalet on Swiftcurrent Lake.
  • Crater Lake LodgeHotelCrater Lake National Park, United StatesHistoric lodge on the rim of Crater Lake.
  • Asticou HotelHotelBar Harbor, United StatesHistoric 19th-century property with a heated pool.
  • Ross Lake ResortHotelNorth Cascades National Park, United StatesFeatures 15 "floating" cabins on the surface of Ross Lake.
  • Blackberry MountainHotelGreat Smoky Mountains National Park, United StatesLuxury lodge with freestanding accommodations and a spa.
  • The AhwahneeHotelYosemite National Park, United StatesNational Historic Landmark with Art Deco and Native American architecture.
  • Willow HouseHotelTerlingua, United StatesDesert retreat with 12 casitas overlooking the Chisos Mountains.
  • Zion LodgeHotelZion National Park, United StatesOnly lodge located within Zion National Park boundaries.
  • Under Canvas Bryce CanyonHotelBryce Canyon National Park, United StatesGlamping outpost near Bryce Canyon National Park.
  • Volcano HouseHotelHawai'i Volcanoes National Park, United StatesHotel situated near the Big Island's Halemaʻumaʻu Crater.
  • Oasis at Death ValleyHotelDeath Valley National Park, United StatesSprawling complex with golf course, spa, and spring-fed pools.
  • The Bungalows at Retreat by Homestead ModernHotelJoshua Tree National Park, United StatesRenovated mid-century suites on Joshua Tree Retreat Center campus.
  • Far View LodgeHotelMesa Verde National Park, United StatesOnly lodging inside Mesa Verde National Park.
  • Jenny Lake LodgeHotelGrand Teton National Park, United StatesFull-service resort with private cabins and outdoor activities.
  • Ulum MoabHotelMoab, United StatesGlamping resort with safari-style suites and a full-service restaurant.
  • La Quinta Resort & ClubHotelLa Quinta, United StatesWaldorf Astoria property offering a luxury camping experience.
  • Paradise InnHotelMount Rainier National Park, United StatesGorgeous lodge-style property with charmingly decorated rooms.
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Condé Nast TravelerDec 14, 2025

14 National Parks That Are Even More Beautiful in Winter

Summer may be high season, but these parks are at their best in the colder months.

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  • Santa Elena CanyonSightSunset turns this canyon into shades of amber.
  • Chisos Mountains LodgeHotelStay here and marvel at high-elevation vistas.
  • Window FormationSightMarvel at vistas of this formation.
  • Elsewhere
  • Delicate ArchSightArches National Park, United StatesThe arch is the most widely recognized landmark in Arches National Park and is depicted on Utah license plates and a…
  • Ocean DriveTrailAcadia National Park, United StatesScenic drive, plowed during snowy months.
  • Phantom RanchHotelGrand Canyon National Park, United StatesVintage cabins and restaurant at the canyon bottom.
  • Zabriskie PointSightDeath Valley National Park, United StatesTake in the rosy glow of sunrise from here.
  • Golden CanyonTrailDeath Valley National Park, United StatesHike through the mustard-hued walls of this canyon.
  • Inn at Death ValleyHotelDeath Valley National Park, United StatesLounge poolside at this freshly updated historic hotel.
  • Circle of Fire helicopter tourPlaceHawai'i Volcanoes National Park, United StatesSoar over the national park on this tour.
  • Bright Angel CampgroundPlaceGrand Canyon National Park, United StatesNab last-minute permits to camp near the river.
  • Rim TrailTrailGrand Canyon National Park, United StatesFamily-friendly trail with panoramic views.
  • Hermits RestSightGrand Canyon National Park, United StatesStone ruins at the end of the Rim Trail.
  • Alpine Visitor CenterSightRocky Mountain National Park, United StatesHighest visitor center in the National Park System.
  • Trunk BaySightUS Virgin Islands National Park, U.S. Virgin IslandsIslet in Virgin Islands National Park.
  • Keys ViewSightJoshua Tree National Park, United States
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Condé Nast TravelerDec 12, 2025

The Best Airbnbs, Glampsites, and Hotels Near Big Bend National Park

Cabins, glampsites, and adobe abodes for your next adventure in the wilds of West Texas.

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