# Secretive Accommodation Catering to the elite even further, brands turn to ultra-secluded locales. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Feb 10, 2014, updated Feb 20, 2014 | Category: [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/global-trends-and-hip-travel) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/secretive-accommodation ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.7/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Secretive Accommodation trend? **Secretive Accommodation:** While the notion of a hotel hidden from tourist hotspots is nothing new, brands are going to new extremes to ensure seclusion. Creating man-made islands or structures that blend into surroundings, the hotels satisfy connected yuppies' desire to detach during vacations while at the same time offering unexpected experiences that can then be bragged about post-trip on social media. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 15, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014 - Published: Feb 10, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Secretive Accommodation trend ### Secluded Accommodation Hotels are going to new extremes to ensure seclusion by creating man-made islands or structures that blend into surroundings. ### Green Luxury Designers are thinking of green solutions for the biggest tourist zones, creating luxurious and eco-friendly accommodations that draw all of their energy from natural sources. ### Private Getaways Luxury resorts focus on offering guests a private and secluded experience, helping individuals and couples get a much-needed break from everyday life. ## What the Secretive Accommodation trend means for industry ### For Tourism The tourism industry can leverage secluded accommodations and private getaways to attract more customers looking for a unique travel experience. ### For Environmental Design Environmental design firms can explore opportunities in green luxury by creating eco-friendly accommodations that provide comfort and style while being sustainable. ### For Architecture Architects can take inspiration from stilted modern hotels and create unique designs that blend with the natural surroundings and offer a luxurious experience. ## Trend signals for Secretive Accommodation Trend score 4.7 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 69%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 65% - Activity: 69% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Secretive Accommodation trend 5 featured examples from Jun 15, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014. - [Floating Luxury Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spitbank-fort): The Spitbank Fort in England is a Secluded Private Sea Resort (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend of floating luxury hotels by creating their own unique floating accommodations to attract travelers. - [Floating Golf Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-14th-hole): Visit the Coeur d’Alene Resort to Play Golf with a Floating 14th Hole (Category: Luxury) Implication: Resorts and hotels can incorporate floating golf courses as a unique attraction to differentiate themselves and attract golf enthusiasts. - [Ocean-Cleaning Eco Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-cancun): The Grand Cancun Aims to Clean up the Mexican Resort Town (Category: Eco) Implication: The architecture industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating green building design principles and technologies to create sustainable structures like… - [Private Coastal Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Imanta-Resort): The Imanta Resort Offers a Luxurious Return to Nature (Category: World) Implication: Opportunity for hotels and resorts to incorporate private and secluded experiences close to nature into their offerings. - [Stilted Modern Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fogo-island-inn): The Fogo Island Inn is a Luxury Getaway on the Rugged Coast of Canada (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The hospitality industry can learn from the Fogo Island Inn by creating immersive guest experiences that capture the essence of their location and provide a higher level of design… ## Recent trend clusters - [Hosted Leisure](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/hosted-leisure) (World) - [Curated Voyages](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/curated-voyages) (World) - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in World - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) - [Historic Flatiron Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foxy-elora) - [Limited-Edition In-Room Coffee Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofitel-x-nespresso) - [Curated Luxury Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kat-florence-hotel) All articles: [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world)