25 Airbnbs With Breathtaking Views, From Santorini to the Himalayas
Not all views are created equal—and these Airbnbs have some of the most perfectly framed vistas we have ever seen. Whether you're looking out onto a breathtaking Guatemalan volcano from a hammock, sitting by the fireplace spotting wildlife at your own personal Walden Pond, or relaxing in a hot tub watching the sun set over the horizon in the Greek Isles, there's a view that will take your breath away. Plus, a handful of these beauties tower from above, and can thank their remarkable heights for their killer views—some loom as high up as 10,000 feet above sea level.
Read on to discover 25 Airbnbs with the best views, from Santorini to Seattle to the Himalayas.
We've vetted these listings based on ratings, amenities, location, previous guest reviews, and decor. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date. Additional reporting by Meredith Carey.
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Kihei, Hawaii
Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Swimming pool with a hot tub and deck, air conditioning, in-unit laundry, Airbnb Plus
Best for: Splashing out on a milestone tripThis three-bedroom Big Island gem is like your own private villa. It comfortably sleeps eight, with standout features like big sliding doors, a fully equipped kitchen, and colorful paintings and furniture throughout. The main draw, though? A gorgeously designed pool with a stone hot tub floating inside. From the pool’s teal blue waters or the patio sun loungers, there are panoramic views for days of the island’s famous jungled mountain ranges, volcanic ridges, and green rainforests on the horizon.
Villalba, Puerto Rico
Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 2 baths
Top amenities: Big balcony with a hot tub and bar, outdoor shower, Airbnb Plus
Best for: A honeymoonLooking out on a vast sprawl of Puerto Rico’s greenery, lush mountains, and miles and miles of palm trees, this one-bedroom tiny home comes with its own outdoor bar setup—complete with a fully equipped kitchen, bar stools, glass string lights, and tables with cup-holders. Best of all is the hot tub on the balcony, accompanied by two sun loungers and a shower on the deck, perfect for soaking up that fresh air. Located on a small mountain’s edge in romantic Villalba, a warm breeze from the countryside blows, and there’s just enough distance from the island’s urban centers. Restaurants and cafes are nearby, too.
Stockholm, Sweden
Bed & bath: 4 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Private patio, dedicated workspace, fully equipped kitchen, elevator Airbnb Plus
Best for: Urban exploringThis Stockholm abode is full of charm, but most charming of all is the patio, with two couches and a courtyard view full of the neighborhood's elegant alabaster buildings with balconies and snow-capped roofs. The third-story apartment's long windows in every room look out on the same amazing city view. (Don’t worry, there’s an elevator.) The clean and minimalist space sits squarely in Vasastan, one of Stockholm’s most popular neighborhoods for shopping and dining.
Seattle, Washington
Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Balcony with views, home entertainment system with Netflix and Amazon, remote-work friendly, Airbnb Plus
Best for: Homebase for a family’s city-and-nature tripFrom the super spacious furnished balcony of this lower Queen Anne townhouse, Seattle sprawls: Mount Rainier, the Space Needle, and Puget Sound make up the skyline. The interiors are modern, minimalist, stylish, and light-soaked, with huge windows that display stunning city views. Located off of I-99, this property is convenient for car-owners and -renters, and sleeps up to six people across its three bedrooms.
Sag Harbor, New York
Bed & bath: 4 bedrooms, 3 baths
Top amenities: Dock with kayaks and a paddleboard, backyard, furnished patio on the water, Airbnb Plus
Best for: Summering DownstateThis summer house in the Hamptons has huge windows and simply spectacular water views. The design-forward luxury home is full of personality and style, with fun touches like a kooky wooden spiral staircase, rocking chairs, and a library-like stretch of bookcases. The best part, though, is that the views from this home aren’t just seen from afar. Guests can walk straight through the back door, across the patio, and onto the house’s own dock, where they will find two kayaks and a standup paddleboard available for aquatic activities to take them closer to the action.
Stepantsminda, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Georgia
Bed & bath: Hostel-style open-plan room with 15 beds, 1 shared bath
Top amenities: Library, breakfast, restaurant, long-term stays allowed, sound system, indoor fireplace
Best for: Adventure travelThis top-rated hostel high up on steep Kazbegi Mountain is 9,900 feet above sea level, with sweeping views of the surrounding vast, barren, snowy peaks. It’s bookable on Airbnb, and you’ll share sleeping quarters with other guests, but the dorm beds are good ones, with organic wool mattresses. The restaurant is another feature that elevates this stay. It’s open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and serves high-quality Georgian wine. The hostel is within walking distance of Gergeti Trinity Church, which was built in the 14th century and is one of Georgia’s top tourist attractions.
Bogota, Colombia
Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath
Top amenities: Private backyard, free parking, pets allowed
Best for: Communing with nature solo or coupledAt 9,800 feet above sea level, this forested cabin up above the ground has valley and mountain views and gives its guests a special vantage point of the life and landscapes below—colorful birds, lush moss, a clean and cold stream, ravines, and more. And does it with comfy amenities available—you might be in the wild, but you’re not roughing it here. There’s hot water, heat, shampoo, fluffy extra pillows and blankets, a stove, dishwasher, fridge, coffeemaker, fridge, and basic cooking supplies and ingredients.
Rælingen, Norway
Bed & bath: 2 beds, 1 bath
Top amenities: Hot tub, self check-in, bathroom essentials, full kitchen, AC, coffee maker, Wi-Fi
Best for: All of the beauty of the wilderness with none of the amenities sacrificedNearly every exterior wall of this cabin, located about 25 minutes east of Oslo, is made of floor-to-ceiling glass looking out over the Nordre Øyeren nature reserve and wetlands. We do mean every wall—even the toilet has a full glassed view. But don't worry, you're not at risk of flashing anyone here, as all of the panels are mirrored on the outside, offering complete privacy and uninterrupted views of the surrounding flora and fauna. The main cabin, pictured, has a studio set-up, with a kitchenette, small dining area, bedroom, and the home's aforementioned bathroom. The second part of the home is an ultra-cozy separate bedroom a few steps away in an arched side building with its own floor-to-ceiling window. (You'll have to head to the main house to get to the bathroom, though.)
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Tzununa, Guatemala
Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Top amenities: Lifeguard on duty, nicely furnished deck, gorgeous garden, triple-filtered water
Best for: Napping on a hammock, surrounded by the seaWhile the interior of this lakeside Guatemalan cottage is on the more basic side, it's the view of the Atitlán volcano that make this stay worthwhile. Three sides of the Airbnb are made of glass doors and windows for non-stop views—but the best place to enjoy the sun and vistas are from the porch's hammock. Be sure to snag some of the fresh avocados, dragonfruit, mangos, and more that grow in the Airbnb's garden, depending on what's ripe when you visit. (Note, it's a bit of a hike—meaning a lot of stairs—to get to this Airbnb, but the home's manager will help you get your luggage up and down.)
Amantani, Puno, Peru
Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Top amenities: Vegetable garden, pontoon, stone hot tub
Best for: Something specialThis highly secluded lodge on the brink of Lake Titicaca feels like it’s at the edge of the world. Facing the Royal Cordillera of Bolivia, blue sea and mountain views wrap around you from many vantage points—the bed, the bathtub, and the sun terrace included. Managed by Oswaldo Calsin and his team, who are native to Amantani Island, the home was built with the intention to be the world’s highest lodge on an island standing. Service is a plus here, as the staff is available to guests 24/7, and the appointed chef serves up a meal from local produce.
Maras, Cusco, Peru
Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Dedicated workspace, sustainable house made of recycled materials
Best for: Travelers who like to ride horses, bike, and spend time outdoorsThis environmental home in Cusco is built like an “Earthship,” a unique-looking, sustainable architectural style mainly found in northern New Mexico. The completely self-reliant house generates its own energy and its own heat, produces its own food, and collects rainwater. And the Sacred Valley views, looking out onto the Andean Glaciers, make this stay not only a responsible but a spectacular one.
Machachi, Ecuador
Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 1 bath
Top amenities: 100 percent solar-powered, 100 percent equipped kitchen
Best for: A biodynamic travel philosophyFor those especially connected to the environment, this fashionable, aesthetically-pleasing eco house in the Andes has much to offer. The high altitude gives sparkling views of the night sky, regionally characteristic wildlife like fluffy tussock bunch grasses and Andean foxes are around, and Cotopaxi National Park—where visitors can hike, mountain bike, or ride horses—is a 10-minute drive away. The house itself is a wonder, too, with its seamless glass windows, clean and simple rectangular construction, and high, high ceilings.
Breckenridge, Colorado
Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Waterfall shower, bunk beds
Best for: Stylish skiersIn true Breckenridge, Colorado, fashion, this rental in the Rockies is surrounded by lovely spruces, cool waterfalls, and alpine lakes. Moose, fox, bears, and birds abound, too. However, what sets this one apart is its style—this is no Colorado ski lodge with an audaciously long sectional couch and antlers everywhere. Instead, the space has a harmonious palette of warm neutrals (cream, gray, brown, and blond wood). A gallery of black-and-white photography hung above the couch is the perfect touch.
Idaho Springs, Colorado
Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Hot tub, stocked kitchen, luxury bedding
Best for: A family or friend group seeking mountain blissAt 10,500 feet above sea level, this Idaho Springs rental truly feels like it’s at the top of the world. It’s two miles from the St. Mary’s Glacier trailhead, making it too easy to venture through the special land that it’s on. The house itself is designed to comfortably fit a group, with Casper pillows and mattresses, two levels, and a lofted space, as well as a dining room that seats six. It’s also 20 minutes from downtown Idaho Springs, 30 minutes from Loveland Pass ski resort, 50 minutes from Denver, and an hour and 15 minutes from Vail.
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Bed & bath: 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths
Top amenities: Privite pool, hot tub, sound system
Best for: Seclusion after a visit to Baulas National ParkThis Airbnb is a personal favorite of Traveler editor Lale Arikoglu, who says that while the views from the five-bedroom home's floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning views over the bay and beach below, it's the two pagoda-style bungalows that offer the best sightlines. “[They're] raised up among the palm trees like tree houses, with outdoor showers and breezes I didn’t know were possible so close to the equator,” she says of her stay. “One bungalow has better views than the other, as it faces the ocean, but both give you a glimpse into the wilderness.” If you pull the short straw, so to speak, and end up in the main house, you can enjoy similar views from the infinity pool, poolside daybed, or master bedroom's private balcony.
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Paraty, Brazil
Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Sauna, rain shower, balcony, terrace, lake access
Best for: Outdoor extravaganceWhile it may not be a sweeping vista, this home—made entirely of arched corrugated metal—looks out onto a Brazilian eco-reserve, located next to Bocaina National Park. (With the materials of the roof, we can only guess how calming a rain shower would sound here.) Bonus, the same glass wall exists on the opposite end of the home, which looks on more tropical trees and ferns, so you feel fully enveloped in lush nature. Two bedrooms have been built out into the open concept space, along with a bathroom and a full kitchen. Of course, the real perk here is the environment outside, where a path leads to a private waterfall you can swim beneath.
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Oia, Greece
Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
Amenities: Plunge pool, central AC
Best for: Experiencing the best of OiaWhat this out-of-a-postcard Greek home lacks in natural light (it is a restored fisherman’s cave house, after all), it makes up for in a charming outdoor space. The plunge pool overlooks the Aegean Sea, while a quaint table-for-two and chairs is meant make for the perfect evening cocktail spot. Inside, it’s all white-washed walls and rounded ceilings, with space for four to sleep comfortably (five if someone wants to sleep on the sofa bed).
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Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 3 baths
Top amenities: Infinity pool, sliding deck, gym, semi-private bay access
Best for: Splashing out, luxury travelThis cliffside villa is absolutely stunning—inside and out. It's no wonder, though since the home near Sri Lanka's southernmost point was designed by Pritzker Prize–winner Shigeru Ban. With accordion glass doors looking over a 60-foot infinity pool and Weligama Bay, the living room is a highlight in the home. But it's hardly the only great view: three stories of wooden shutters in the second living and dining area look back over the lush eight acres of gardens, the three bedrooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, and there's a column-less upper level that's shaded but completely open to the outdoors. You can't go wrong whichever room you choose.
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Brenzone sul Garda, Italy
Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Infinity pool
Best for: A taste of Italian luxuryThe views of Lake Garda and the surrounding mountains from this Airbnb's infinity pool are, in one word, breathtaking. Perfectly located halfway between Milan and Venice, it makes for an easy northern Italy road trip rest stop—or a destination stay in its own right. The pool is the major draw, of course, but the home's interior offers plenty of room for a group of friends between two bedrooms, a modern kitchen, and a large living room that look out over the lake. (No bed is bigger than a double, so it's best for a couple looking for lots of space to spread out or friends, rather than a family.)
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Hella, Iceland
Bed & bath: Studio, 1 bath
Top amenities: Hot tub, dedicated workspace, self check-in
Best for: Dreamy glampingLocated just outside Hella (population 865) in southern Iceland, this nearly all-glass cabin offers a surprising amount of privacy, thanks to its remoteness. Despite its small size, the tiny house also manages to fit in plenty of creature comforts, like a full kitchen and dining area and a queen-size bed—plus there's a hot tub so you can watch the Northern Lights while relaxing outside, no matter the temperature. (You can also watch the colorful auroras from bed, thanks to an extra-large skylight over the bed.) And best of all, there are views of the nearby volcanoes and lava fields from the shower, too.
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Top amenities: Outdoor shower, infrared sauna
Best for: Exploring the Big Island outside of a resortIt doesn't get much better than this treehouse on Hawaii's Big Island. Set 15 feet above the ground, the network of rooms spread out among the trees is peak indoor-outdoor living, with an open-air kitchen and ocean-facing bedroom with uninterrupted views thanks to the retractable glass doors. If you want more exciting views, head down to the ground level and soak in the private hot tub, which looks out on the water, too. Previous guests rave about the views, of course, but also the location, about 20 minutes from some of the island's best beaches and an even shorter drive to lush hikes in the Pu'u Wa'awa'a State Forest Reserve.
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Førde, Norway
Bed & bath: Studio, 1 bath
Top amenities: Free parking, pets allowed, heat
Best for: NomadsTiny houses abound on this list—not surprising since they tend to maximize their use of space and views. And this modern tiny house overlooking the stunning Førde fjord about three hours north of Bergen may have the best (and most Instagrammable) view of all, thanks to a large circular window that perfectly frames the surrounding mountain range and water below. This is definitely a more rustic glamping experience than other suggestions on this list, since the tiny house is just the bedroom, with the bathroom a short walk away and meals to be cooked over a fire—but past guests say its well worth it.
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Joshua Tree, California
Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
Top amenities: Electric vehicle charger, private hot tub, cleaning available during stay
Best for: RejuvenationThanks to huge sliding glass doors in this two-bedroom minimalist desert home, you can see sweeping views over the Mojave Desert from the living room and an enormous boulder-covered mountain from the bedrooms. Inspired by the Japanese tenet of wabi-sabi, the home's interior is a gorgeous view itself and is filled with natural woods, woven reeds, pampas grass, and stone, bringing the muted desert color palette inside. And while the home and its views are breathtaking during the day, the view of the night sky is also incredible, whether you're watching from the saltwater hot tub, the outdoor firepit, or rock and cactus garden.
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Willow, New York
Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Top amenities: Hot tub heated with firewood, firepit, dinner party-equipped kitchen
Best for: Couples and solo travelersFor those looking to get out of a big city and be surrounded by nature, this treehouse in upstate New York is calling. With one king bed and a couch, it’s best-suited for a romantic couple’s weekend or solo retreat. In the summer, guests can swim in the pond out back, wander around the wooded 34 acres the property sits on, or drive to nearby Woodstock for restaurants and art. That said, the most tempting move is to simply stay in bed (or on the couch) all day, gazing out at the greenery around you. To note, the bedroom area is lofted, with a built-in ladder you must climb up to reach it.
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Quintay, Chile
Bed & bath: Studio, 1 bath
Top amenities: Terrace on the water, barbecue grill, 500 thread-count sheets, Australian wool duvet, fully-equipped kitchen
Best for: Feeling like you're on the edge of the worldAbout a 1.5-hour drive from the Chilean capital of Santiago and just south of colorful Valparaíso, this contemporary studio is cantilevered over a rocky beach and the waves of the Pacific below. It has 180-degree views of the ocean, with an ultra-sunny living room and patio, raised bedroom open to the living area, and modern fixtures. You're just a few steps to the beach, and the hosts have set up an outdoor grilling area for dinners in, too.
