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# Glamping Yurt Rooftops
The W Hotel Lets Guests to Book a Cozy Circular Tent to View the City From

By M | Published 2016-07-13 | World
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circular-tent
References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/yes-you-can-book-a-yurt-on-top-of-this-nyc-hotel-233594) & [starwoodhotels](http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=97502&language=en_US)

For guest staying at the W Hotel in New York City seeking a cozy and unconventional way to enjoy the city views, the chain offers rentals of [circular tents called yurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nordic-by-barchef) on the building's rooftop terrace. Guests can pre-reserve a yurt of their choice and enjoy a cozy place to recline and relax in a city version of camping.

The rooftop is offers an urban spin on camping with a [wilderness-themed rooftop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roof-space-4) that is tweaked to offer a much more amenities-based and [luxury experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-kors-x-montauk-yacht-club). The space offers unparalleled views of the New York City skyline complete with faux grass, lounge chairs and yurt tents packed with technicolor cushions, fairy lights and a bottle of Veuve champagne.

The option to book a yurt on the rooftop is exclusive to the W Hotel location in Manhattan at the Extreme Wow suite.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.9/10
- Popularity: 84% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Luxury Glamping:** Opportunity for luxury hotels to offer unconventional camping experiences with upscale amenities.
- **Rooftop Experiences:** Opportunity for hotels and other businesses to utilize rooftops for unique experiences and views.
- **Boutique Camping:** Opportunity for boutique hotels to incorporate camping-inspired accommodations and decor.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Hospitality:** Hotels can take advantage of the unique experience of rooftop glamping to attract tourists and stand out in a crowded market.
- **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation businesses can incorporate glamping experiences into their offerings for customers who want to experience nature in a more comfortable way.
- **Event Planning:** Event planners can utilize rooftop glamping as a unique and memorable setting for special events.

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