- For luxury treehouses: the Loire Valley Lodges and the Coucoo network.
- For sleeping in a transparent bubble under the stars: Attrap’Rêves, near Marseille.
- For troglodyte accommodation: Les Hautes Roches, in the Touraine cliffside.
- Unusual no longer means rustic: private spa, Nordic bath, and designer touches are now on the menu.
Sleeping among the trees, inside a bubble, or within rock formations · unusual accommodation is increasingly popular, including in its high-end version. Here are France’s most beautiful unusual hotels for 2026.
Loire Valley Lodges, the Artists’ Treehouses
Nestled within a 300-hectare private forest in Touraine, the Loire Valley Lodges offer lodges perched four metres high, each decorated by contemporary artists and featuring its own Nordic bath. It’s an unusual experience, akin to an art gallery in the heart of nature.
Les Cabanes des Grands Lacs and Coucoo, Treehouses
Pioneering luxury treehouses, these estates offer overnight stays among the trees or on the water, complete with private spa facilities and boat access. This is the ultimate classic for a romantic, unusual night away.
Attrap’Rêves, Sleeping in a Bubble Under the Stars
Near Marseille, Attrap’Rêves has popularised transparent bubbles, allowing guests to fall asleep under the celestial canopy, all while enjoying genuine hotel comforts. A magical experience, ideal for a night for two.
Les Hautes Roches, the Troglodyte Hotel
In Rochecorbon, Touraine, Les Hautes Roches offers 4-star rooms carved directly into the tuffeau cliffside. A rare blend of troglodytic heritage and refined comfort, situated on the banks of the Loire.
How to Choose Your Unusual Hotel?
For a romantic weekend, opt for a treehouse or a bubble with a private spa; for a complete change of scenery, choose a troglodyte stay. As these accommodations are limited, they should be booked well in advance, especially during spring and summer.
