Mountain lodge

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.