When it comes to fabulous Airbnb escapes, putting our feet up is just the beginning: We’re out here to dip our toes in a saltwater pool and get tickled by the bubbly jets of a high-powered Jacuzzi. We’re dreaming of homes with hot reviews and even hotter saunas. Think houses outfitted with heated pools, swanky hot tubs, and polar-plunge tanks icy enough for Gwyneth Paltrow in locations spanning the mountains of the American Southwest to the rolling fields of Vermont.
Maybe you’re on the hunt for a spot with serene amenities and access to wide-open spaces for stargazing. Perhaps, you’re looking for a secluded cabin à deux for a romantic couple's getaway on Valentine's Day. Whether you’re in need of a pad for the entire crew or just an escape for you and a lucky plus one, these amazing Airbnbs with saunas, bubbling hot tubs, and swanky Jacuzzi baths have got you covered.
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Location: Occidental, California, United States Price Per Night: $682 Sleeps: 2
We love a good treehouse Airbnb, and this is a very special gem that offers the best of both worlds: a futuristic, edgy design and a tranquil setting in a redwood forest. Lots of features are available to help you recharge — from the cedar hot tub where you can hear a symphony of birdsong to the indoor sauna.
Location: Dahlonega, Georgia, United States Price Per Night: $837 Sleeps: 2
One thing is clear from reading the numerous glowing reviews for this cabin Airbnb rental: Everything about this little slice of heaven is even better than what the photos depict. Previous guests speak of having the most magical and peaceful anniversaries and birthday trips here, gazing out to the mountains from the comfort of the hot tub. Montaluce Winery is nearby for romantic dinners, too.
Location: Oakhurst, California, United States Price Per Night: $199 Sleeps: 3
You can't find a more enchanting place to embrace the glory of Yosemite than this well-appointed (but tiny) home. Sure, the loft bed is on the more snug and cozy side, but the panoramas of the High Sierras — which you can enjoy from a spacious deck fitted with a hot tub and stock tank pool — will guarantee an experience of a lifetime. The stargazing here is truly something else.
Location: Willow, New York, United States Price Per Night: $382 Sleeps: 2
The Willow — a wood-paneled nook floating just above a swimmable pond — is as whimsical as Airbnbs get. You will wake up to wall-to-wall views of the forest, and gaze at a constellation of stars from the firewood-heated hot tub by nighttime.
Location: Grant, Colorado, United States Price Per Night: $222 Sleeps: 4
It's all about hygge, the Danish concept of living a blissfully cozy life, at this renovated A-frame chalet in the Rocky Mountains. All the details are aimed to help you chill out and are decidedly Scandinavian, including a Finnish steam sauna and a Norwegian gas fireplace. It's just one 1.5 hours from Boulder and under one hour from Denver by car, making this a very easy and dreamy escape from the city.
Location: Yucca Valley, California, United States Price Per Night: $315 Sleeps: 4
For the ultimate Joshua Tree experience, it's hard to beat the desert views from this modern cabin. The outdoor hot tub can fit up to six people, and you might even spot the Milky Way when the skies are clear. Other luxurious elements — like Parachute bed linens, a daybed for stargazing, and a cosseting Tuft and Needle mattress — complete the picture.
Location: Marietta, Georgia, United States Price Per Night: $160 Sleeps: 2
Reviewers who have stayed in this cozy guesthouse run the gamut, from couples on a romantic staycation to writers doing a solo retreat. One thing they all rave about? The outdoor hot tub is framed by pretty green vines and facing a sun-drenched English-style garden. There is even a fire pit if you're craving some 'smores after a relaxing bathing sesh.
Location: Broken Bow, Oklahoma, United States Price Per Night: $176 Sleeps: 8
This cabin in the woods comes with all the thoughtful details you would want on a big family reunion or a getaway with your closest pals: a plethora of board games, a crackling fireplace, a grill, and even a Pac-Man machine upstairs. It's also a stone's throw away from ice cream shops, breweries, and coffee places. You might have to fight your companions over access to the private Jacuzzi-style hot tub, which is attached to the second master bedroom.
Location: Fire Island Pines, New York, United States Price Per Night: From $686 Sleeps: 6
This absolutely incredible pyramid house, which dates back to the 1960s, looks straight out of a design magazine. On one side, the living room features floor-to-ceiling windows looking out to the dunes of the Fire Island National Seashore, while the other side is connected to a massive outdoor deck, with a cabana, saltwater pool, and a hot tub. The listing is unavailable between November and February, but we are willing to bet that bookings will fill up quickly from March onwards — so make sure you book early.
Location: Lumberton, Texas, United States Price Per Night: $295 Sleeps: 2
Prepared to be blown away by this charming and intimate cabin, tucked in a corner of the Big Thicket National Preserve, an area famed for its variety of plants and trees. You can soak up all the lush landscapes and surrounding birdsong to your heart's desire, thanks to an outdoor shower and hot tub. The idea of bathing in the wild sounds a lot less intimidating — and much more romantic — in such a private setting.
Location: Nisswa, Minnesota, United States Price Per Night: $135 Sleeps: 6
This affordable retreat is located near Roy Lake Park, where the sunrise and sunsets are straight-up breathtaking. The sauna cabin and outdoor hot tub ensure that you'll have a completely blissed-out stay. The listing has discounted prices throughout the winter and spring months, making it even more of a great deal.
Location: Occidental, California, United States Price Per Night: $332 Sleeps: 2
We can't think of a more magical surrounding than the verdant vineyards and lavender fields in always-sunny Sonoma County. Aside from the tasteful decor that is very much giving Architectural Digest, a vineyard-fronting hot tub, a solar-powered pool, and a wood-burning fireplace, you also get access to spa facilities on the grounds.
Location: Shaftsbury, Vermont, United States Price Per Night: $323 Sleeps: 6
This gem of an Airbnb is situated on 270 acres of a family-owned organic farm. The outdoor barrel sauna and hot tub, which look out to the glorious crops and surrounding mountains, are obviously the main draw. The experience is amazing in every season, but doing it during winter months — while the whole world is blanketed in snow — is really special.
Location: Litchfield, Connecticut, United States Price Per Night: $750 Sleeps: 7
If you're looking for a unique Airbnb experience to catch up on some R&R, Prana Residence checks all the boxes. The geodesic dome house has an eye-catching exterior covered in foam, with spa facilities galore inside, including a vast pool, Jacuzzi, ice-plunge bath, and a solarium. Additional spa treatments are also available for booking.
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States Price Per Night: $200 Sleeps: 4
Here's something you don't see every day: a city apartment with its own private spa, sauna, and steam shower — and it costs just $200 to spend the night. Other fabulous amenities include a pool table, gaming area, and lush forest surroundings.
Location: Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania, United States Price Per Night: $269 Sleeps: 10
The calming forests of Lake Harmony are just under a two-hour drive from Philadelphia, making it the perfect weekender trip. This cabin is the ultimate picture of Zen, with a wood barrel sauna plonked right next to a beautiful pond with running streams.
Location: Madisonville, Louisiana, United States Price Per Night: $586 Sleeps: 8
This New Orleans-style cottage has been described as a Louisiana hidden gem by its reviewers. There are tons of retro furniture to marvel at, and the outdoor space is blessed with a massive pool and hot tub, framed by a canopy of palm plants. The town center location also means many points of interest are within easy reach, including Fairview-Riverside State Park (known for the Otis House Museum) and boat tours on the Tchefuncte River.
Location: Cape Coral, Florida, United States Price Per Night: $150 Sleeps: 6
This spacious three-bed, two-bath home is an ideal place to catch some rays on your trip to the Sunshine State. It's situated on a private canal, so there's plenty of privacy while you're tanning on the lanai. With a saltwater pool and hot tub right on the canal, you will never want to leave.
Location: Forsyth, Missouri, United States Price Per Night: $160 Sleeps: 16
This four-bedroom lodge is the kind of place you'd absolutely want to hunker down for a huge family get-together or a long overdue girl's trip. Each of the four rooms is fitted with a king-size bed and a bunk bed — meaning there's proper sleeping space for everyone — and there are plenty of fun activities to consider, from disco golf (!) to corn hole to fishing. The roomy hot tub overlooks Lake Taneycomo and the Ozark Mountains.
Location: Joshua Tree, California, United States Price Per Night: $141 Sleeps: 4
This slick modern home has spellbinding views of the Mojave Desert Valley, which can be enjoyed from a number of perches: two expansive decks with plush cushioning, an outdoor plunge pool, and an indoor Jacuzzi right next to floor-to-ceiling windows. Expect jaw-dropping vistas of dramatic boulders, cotton-candy-pink sunsets, and a menagerie of wildlife — chipmunks, coyotes, jackrabbits, and roadrunners.
Location: Basye, Virginia, United States Price Per Night: $240 Sleeps: 6
This cozy cabin is nestled between two lakes and a short drive from Bryce Resort, known for skiing and snowboarding. After a day of demanding exercise, you can unwind in the bubbling hot tub while lapping up the ravishing views of a snow-covered forest.
Location: Paradise Valley, Arizona, United States Price Per Night: $676 Sleeps: 10
If you're planning on visiting Camelback Mountain with a group, booking this Airbnb Plus property seems like a no-brainer. This cowboy-chic home impresses with roomy leather sofas, four-poster beds, inviting fireplaces, and a well-manicured garden. We also have a sneaky feeling that the glorious outdoor pool and sauna area is the reason why it's always fully booked for months on end.
