4 amazing bamboo hotels and houses you can rent

Architects and designers around the world are capitalising on the versatility and sustainable supply of bamboo, so we've selected 4 of the best hotels and holiday rentals that incorporate the material, including an intricate treehouse in Ubud, Bali and a hotel room in the shape of a birds nest in Thailand.

Hideout Bali
Selat, Indonesia

Hideout Bali

The Hideout is a unique eco stay for adventurous travellers, hidden high up in the misty mountains of Gunung Agung volcano. This all-bamboo house is situated alongside a beautiful river among the rice fields. Get off the grid and experience the authentic life of a Balinese village. Read more / Book it

Keemala
Phuket, Thailand

Keemala

Nestled in glorious greenery - a short drive from the famous Patong beach - sits a resort that contains an incredible mix of architectural anomalies. From Birds’ nests to seedpods, to thatched hobbit holes, every building is a unique, visual wonder. Read more / Book it

Aura House, Green Village Bali
Abiansemal, Indonesia

Aura House, Green Village Bali

Aura House is a unique villa located just outside Ubud on the Indonesian island of Bali. the villa has been crafted entirely of local Indonesian bamboo, and sits atop the picturesque River Gorge, surrounded by tropical jungle. Read more / Book it

Bambu Indah
Ubud, Indonesia

Bambu Indah

Set on the edge of a river about 15 minutes from Ubud's hectic centre, Bambu Indah sits in serene contrast with the frenetic outside world. It consists of 17 unique buildings ranging from traditional Javanese bridal houses to stunning bamboo architectural wonders. Read more / Book it

Bamboo Architecture

Did you know that Bamboo is the planet’s fastest-growing natural building material, it is capable of rising from seedling to 15 metres in about 18 months. It can be used as timber after three years and has the added bonus of being strong, beautiful and versatile. It’s no surprise that this sustainable resource is gaining popularity as a building material for hotels and houses, not just in its homeland, Asia but all around the world as well.

Unique accommodation

Each of the holiday rentals and hotels listed above offers something really unique that also makes them an experience in their own right. Find even more unique places to stay on Rarestays.