Getaways with solo

Crestone, Colorado

A dome stay on a quiet side street in Crestone, Colorado, with mountain views, Wi-Fi, and trail access to a nearby stupa.

San Juan Islands, Washington

A waterfront resort on Orcas Island with cabins, yurts, and campsites, a soaking tub spa, sauna, cafe, and two beaches for swimming or paddling.

Queenstown, Otago

Free, basic four-bunk hut in Otago's Whakaari Conservation Area near Glenorchy, reached by an 8-10 hour advanced return track.

Khumbu, Koshi Province

A 10-room mountain lodge on Kongde Ri in the Khumbu, reached by a quiet trail away from the main Everest route, with views of five 8,000m peaks.

Sacred Valley, Cusco

A dome and mountain lodge above Ollantaytambo in Peru's Sacred Valley, with four named suites, a hot tub, and Wi-Fi, suited to couples or solo travelers.

Bryce Canyon, Utah

Secluded cabins, bungalows and treehouses near Bryce Canyon National Park in Tropic, Utah, with hot tubs, fireplaces and canyon views.

Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet

A dome tucked into the dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga, Morocco, built for stargazing and quiet nights for couples or solo travelers.

Zakopane, Lesser Poland

A PTTK mountain shelter in Dolina Kościeliska near Zakopane, reached on foot, with simple rooms, home cooking and a fireplace to dry out by.

Bryce Canyon, Utah

Yurts near Bryce Canyon National Park in Panguitch, Utah, with trail access, a fireplace, and dark skies for stargazing.

Buckley, Washington

Radiance is a 16-foot zome dome at Wildfern Grove in Buckley, Washington, sleeping two with a private deck, shared hot tub, and no indoor bathroom.