Getaways with solo

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.

Abel Tasman, Tasman

Two off-grid glamping tents above Tata Beach near Abel Tasman National Park, with ocean views, outdoor baths and fire pits, from $600 NZD a night.

Storsjö Kapell, Jämtlands län

An off-grid glamping tent and cabin setup on a lake in Härjedalen, Jämtland, sleeping two, with a wood stove and hot tub, and no wifi.

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.

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.

Pakenham, Ontario

An off-grid cabin on 77 wooded acres near Pakenham, Ontario, with a creekside setting, fire pit, and seasonal hike-in access.

Maberly, Ontario

An off-grid, waterfront cabin for two near Maberly, Ontario, with no Wi-Fi and pets welcome, booked through Cabinscape from $179 a night.