Treehouses in Thailand aren’t exactly the flimsy backyard platforms of memory. Here, they double as jungle hideouts, cat sanctuaries, and even reimagined aircrafts. Some perch high above beaches reached by steep climbs, others are strung together with winding bamboo bridges, and a few are built with recycled coconut fibre or entirely devoted to the company of dozens of rescued cats. Whether you want to wake to views of the Gulf of Thailand, sleep under a thatched roof in the forest, or watch a film inside the cockpit of a Huey helicopter, these Airbnbs turn the idea of a treehouse into something far more inventive. Here are 4 treehouses in Thailand to book on Airbnb.
Helipad Luxury Helicopter Bungalow, Chiang Mai
Aptly named the Helipad, this eccentric Airbnb would be a regular jungle treehouse were it not for the Huey helicopter buried in its front wall. Once a high-flying aircraft, the original cockpit and camouflage exteriors are preserved, but the rest is repurposed as a snug movie den with a smart TV for a unique cinematic experience. Other areas of this Airbnb are equally groundbreaking in their design, as bamboo lounges and bedrooms are all raised on stilts and connected by winding wooden bridges to peer over the swimming pool patio below. A palpable sense of locally and lovingly craft pulses through the designs too. The wooden spiral staircases, for instance, are intricately hand-carved, while light spilling through leafy canopies reaches handmade windows, all a perfectly circular shape. Sleeping arrangements include two king-size rooms, with thick tree trunk bed frames to match the bamboo walls, while an extra queen-size floor mattress is suspended on mezzanine floors above both. Entire property for Rs25,150. – Layla Quaedvlieg
Bamboo tree house in a cat garden, Mae Wang
Families may not be able to fly their feline friends along on holidays, but this Airbnb is as close as you get. Located in a rescued cat sanctuary, this Airbnb is shared with 59 feline friends. While this may not be for everyone, families of animal lovers can share their quality time with animals in this peaceful haven. The three-storey treehouse itself has a study terrace, lounge, and bedroom beneath its imposing straw roof, while the kitchenette with fridge-freezer and bathroom with sunken tub lie in traditional huts just outside the sanctuary perimeters. Walls are all open, save for the bamboo fencing, but secluded within the lush jungle, there’s no need to worry about privacy and hosts provide plenty of mosquito deterrents. High-speed Wi-Fi and complementary breakfast add hotel comforts to this stripped-back environment. Plus, all Airbnb sales are used to fund the welfare of the cats, so a stay here is animal-friendly as well as family-friendly. Entire property for Rs25,585. – Layla Quaedvlieg
Drifters Anchor, Koh Chang
Drifters Anchor sits high above Klong Prao Beach, reached by a 200-step climb through the jungle. The payoff is clear: uninterrupted views of the Gulf of Thailand and sunsets that stretch across the horizon. The four wooden bungalows are rustic but considered, with queen beds, ceiling fans, and handmade furniture. Each one opens out to a private terrace where you can watch the light shift over the water. The property has a bar and a communal lounge, so you’re not entirely cut off, though the mood is more retreat than resort. The climb up from the road demands a bit of fitness, but what you lose in breath you gain in quiet surroundings, just cicadas in the day and the sea at night. Koh Chang itself is one of Thailand’s most rewarding islands, ringed by sandy beaches and thick jungle. Days can be spent diving, exploring the island’s single main road by motorbike, or simply stretching out on the sand. Taxis are easy to find, with a stand near Klong Prao Resort and the beach just ten minutes away. Drifters Anchor works best for travellers who want the jungle setting without giving up basic comforts. Entire property for Rs10,280.
EcoTao Lodge, Koh Tao
On a hillside above Koh Tao, EcoTao Lodge offers three bamboo-and-wood bungalows that look out over both sea and jungle. The design is simple but thoughtful: walls made with recycled coconut fibre mixed with sand and lime, terraces that frame the bay, and wide windows that bring the forest into the room. Each bungalow is set up for two, with the option of an extra bed for a child under 12. Beds can be arranged as doubles or twins, and every room has its own bathroom with a shower and toilet. The Sea View and Jungle View rooms both open out to private terraces, while the larger suite adds a bay window and more space to spread out. A small shared pool sits at the heart of the lodge, ringed by sun beds and palms, making it a good pause between beach excursions. It’s a quiet, low-key property—three rooms mean a handful of neighbours at most—and the emphasis is on sustainability rather than luxury. EcoTao is best suited to travellers who like the idea of a nature lodge that is sturdy, practical, and environmentally conscious, with some of the best forest-meets-ocean views on Koh Tao. Doubles for Rs9,600.
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