When it comes to fancy stays, there is no better way to relax than in a luxury rain forest resort. These tropical paradises offer more than meets the eye (which is saying a lot when it comes to tropical forests).
Trees, wildlife, and scenic views are just a part of what awaits you at one of the several luxury rainforest resorts around the world. Whether you’re looking for a fun-filled adventure in a natural environment or a serene escape from everyday life, there’s something for everyone.
1. Silky Oaks Lodge
Silky Oak Lodge enjoys a riverside location nearby the UNESCO World Heritage site listed Daintree Forest in Australia. The luxurious cabin's 40 beautiful tree houses and river houses boast balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing you to see almost 360 degree views of its lush surroundings. However, this luxury resort features more than just lush vegetation as you’ll find plenty of wildlife, including many colorful bird types.
2. Blancaneaux Lodge
The awe-inspiring Blancaneaux Lodge, located in San Ignacio in Belize, is a natural wonder circled by pine trees and situated next to a river. It was created by director Francis Ford Coppola in the 1980s and was opened to the public in 1993. It has twenty cozy thatch-roof cabanas that sit on top of the rainforest canopy, each one fitted with a deck where you can see views of the river.
3. Lapa Rios Lodge
Lapa Rios is located on a 1,000-acre private nature reserve in Central America’s last remaining lowland tropical rainforest in the Osa Peninsula. The Costa Rican resort is a treasure trove for nature lovers, bird and wildlife enthusiasts. 17 private bungalows offer fantastic views of the forest and the Pacific Ocean.
4. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Once voted as the best hotel in the world by Travel + Leisure, this Indonesian lodge won’t disappoint at all if you choose to visit. It’s located in the lush forest by the Ayung River and is only 10 minutes away from renowned Ubud. You’ll arrive and depart at the jungle vacation spot by way of a large bridge.
5. Mashpi Lodge
The award-winning Mashpi Lodge is surrounded by the Ecuadorian Choco rainforest and set in the 3,200-acre Mashpi Reserve. It’s rich in natural attractions, being full of lush greenery, various wildlife, and waterfalls that you can explore through several hiking paths. Floor-to-ceiling windows ensure you’ll always have a panorama of the forest surrounding the jungle resort.
6. Amankila
Amankila sits in a forest that has sacred Mount Agung serving as its background. It brings together the forest and the ocean with a golden sand coastline and a clean beach. The jungle lodge’s stilted suites give you spectacular views on your private outdoor terraces.
7. Pacuare Lodge
This resort in Central America is perfect if you’re looking for an adventure-filled natural escape, it’s full of twists and things to do. The fun begins before you even get there, as you can get to the lodge by whitewater rafting along the Pacuare River or by helicopter. During your rafting adventures, you can take a break at the scenic mountain view restaurant and eat great food.
There you have it, the best luxurious stays at rainforest resorts around the world. How many of these have you been to?
