5 Award-Winning Glamping Campgrounds Starting Under $110/Night
- Campspotter
Just like everything else, U.S. hotel rates are climbing, with their average daily rate jumping from $131.56 in 2019 to $160.49 in 2025. Some cities are much more expensive—a weekend in Boston runs $320/night, while New York City, $284—before resort fees, parking, and $25-a-day pool access pile on.
There’s a better way to vacation. The 2026 Campspot Award Winners in the category Top Glamping Campgrounds deliver lakefront cabins, swim-up pool bars, ziplines, and live music weekends (the full resort experience!) for well under $150/night. Here are five camping resorts that prove outdoor luxury and budget travel can be one and the same.
The 2026 Award Winners for Top Glamping Campgrounds
These five campgrounds were recognized by Campspot’s 2026 Awards for delivering exceptional glamping experiences. From Gulf Coast bungalows to Catskill Mountain cabin retreats, here’s what makes each one worth the trip.
1. Bear Run Campground – Portersville, PA
💸 Cabins starting at $80/night
Nestled just half a mile from Lake Arthur and Moraine State Park, Bear Run Campground is Western Pennsylvania’s most-loved family camping destination. Guests can kayak or canoe on the lake, hike through McConnells Mill State Park’s waterfall trails, then return to campfire evenings with live music, mini-golf, and an arcade. Rental cabins make this a full glamping experience without leaving behind the comforts.
Bear Run Campground
Nestled in the scenic countryside of western Pennsylvania, Bear Run Campground is a family-friendly destination designed for both relaxation and fun. Located just .5 miles from Lake Arthur and Moraine State Park, and minutes from the waterfalls, hiking trails, and iconic covered bridge at McConnells Mill State Park, it offers the perfect home base for outdoor adventure. Guests can enjoy boating, f
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- Beach
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Boat Launch
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Arts & Crafts
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Live Music
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
2. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay – Millsboro, DE
💸 Cabins starting at $109/night
If a luxury waterfront resort and a campground had a baby, this is it. Perched on the shores of Rehoboth Bay, Sun Outdoors delivers a swim-up pool bar, private pet-friendly beach, on-site dining, outdoor theater, and a full roster of weekend events. Formerly Massey’s Landing, this is coastal Delaware glamping at its most polished…without the beach-town hotel price tag.
Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay
Escape to Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay, a luxury waterfront resort in Millsboro, DE featuring a private beach, swim-up pool bar, and on-site dining. Experience the ultimate coastal getaway on the shores of Rehoboth Bay. Formerly Massey's Landing, this resort offers premium amenities for every type of camper. Soak up the sun at our private, pet-friendly beach or cool off in one of two distinct pools—
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- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Bike Rental
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Outdoor Theater
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- Jumping Pillow
- Volleyball
- Live Music
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
3. JBA Sun Retreats Birchwood Acres – Greenfield Park, NY
💸 Cabins starting at $39/night
Tucked into the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, JBA Sun Retreats Birchwood Acres offers a four-acre lake, paddleboat rentals, a water park zone, hot tub and sauna, laser tag, and an outdoor theater—all within a wooded setting that feels genuinely remote. For New York City residents spending $284+ on a hotel room in their own city, this is the obvious alternative two hours upstate.
Sun Retreats Birchwood Acres
Family Vacations in New York’s Catskill Mountains! Nestled in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, Sun Retreats Birchwood Acres provides an environment sure to create lasting memories for the whole family. Enjoy our fully stocked, four-acre lake with fishing docks and paddleboat rentals. Keep the children entertained at our interactive Water Zone. Get into a New York state of mind.
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- Waterfront
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Boat Launch
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Paddle Boat
- Golf Cart Rental
- Playground
- Outdoor Theater
- Laser Tag
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Jumping Pillow
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Shuffleboard
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
4. Champions Riverside Resort – Galesville, WI
💸 Cabins starting at $91/night
Champions Riverside Resort is proof that Midwestern hospitality translates beautifully into glamping. Sitting on the Black River amid the rolling hills of western Wisconsin, this campground offers deluxe cabins, a swim pond with sandy beach, zipline, axe throwing, golf cart rentals, and themed weekend events fill the calendar. Enjoy a genuine resort feel without the resort prices.
Champions Riverside Resort
In the beautiful rolling hills of western Wisconsin sits Champions Riverside Resort. Located just a few miles north of I90, they offer a great place to get away for campers near and far. Enjoy the beach day experience with their swim pond and sandy beach, and grab a snack or drinks from the Half-Time Snack Shack! The swimming pool invites you for a quick dip, or you can relax near shady trees o
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- Beach
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Arcade
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Jumping Pillow
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Laundry
- Pavilion
5. Tropic Island Resort – Port Aransas, TX
💸 Rooms and cabins starting at $79/night
Centrally located in the heart of Port Aransas on Mustang Island, Tropic Island Resort earns the “resort” in its name. Saltwater pools, hot tubs, cottages, bungalows, and luxury RV sites make it one of the most versatile glamping properties on the Gulf Coast. You’re steps from world-class fishing, stunning beaches, birding, and restaurants. A two-time Campspot Award winner, this is Texas coast living without the coastal hotel prices.
Tropic Island Resort
Tropic Island Resort is centrally located in the heart of Port Aransas, Texas, with close proximity to the beach, restaurants, docks, piers, parks, birding and shopping. Tropic Island Resort offers an array of accommodations such as hotel rooms, cottages, and luxury RV sites to fit even the largest RV or motorhome. Let Tropic Island Resort be your home away from home, book today! 2023 CAMPSPOT AW
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- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Cable TV
- Golf Cart Rental
- Ice Cream
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Special Events
Tips for Booking Smart While Glamping
Book cabins early, especially for peak weekends
The glamping cabin inventory at resort-style parks books faster than standard RV sites. If you’re planning a summer or fall trip, locking in a cabin 6 to 8 weeks out gives you the best selection and often the best rates.
Look for themed weekends
Resort-style campgrounds often run dedicated themed event weekends throughout the season. These are often when the full glamping experience is at its best, with live music, activities, and a crowd that makes the campground feel like a festival. You’ve got family-friendly fun built right into your camping stay.
Compare total cost vs. a hotel stay
When you factor in that most glamping campgrounds include amenities (pools, activities, entertainment) in the nightly rate—compared to hotels that can charge separate resort fees, parking, and pool access on top of an exponentially higher nightly rate—the value gap widens further.
Ready to Book Your Glamping Getaway?
Explore the 2026 Top Glamping Campgrounds, or check out all the Campspot Award Winners across 12 categories to find your perfect outdoor escape.
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