Why Travelers are Choosing to Stay at Campgrounds Instead of Hotels in 2023

With travelers having more options than ever when vacation planning, the number of travelers choosing to stay at campgrounds instead of hotels is quickly skyrocketing.

For many, when they think of traveling on vacation, their first thought for years has always been “I need to book a hotel.” While that was the norm for generations, in recent years, more diverse types of accommodations have become much more common, ranging from Airbnb stays to resort-style glamping campground stays.

As this is on the rise as the next-big-thing for travelers, we are here to give you an inside scoop on all the reasons why travelers are choosing to stay at campgrounds instead of hotels in 2023. Let’s get into it!

The Unique Amenities

Something that campgrounds do very well, is encourage FUN. Most campgrounds are home to various unique amenities that make the campground special and unique to itself. There are campgrounds to accommodate just about every type of getaway you are looking for, from romantic and secluded campgrounds to fun family-friendly campsites.

Unlike a typical hotel stay, you can cater your campground stay to match the needs of your vacation, specific to what you are looking to enjoy. And while a hotel is usually selected because it’s close to the attraction that interests you, at a campground, it’s often the campground itself that serves as the attraction. From resort-style swimming pools to deluxe mini golf courses – there are amenities to match every need.

Photo: Grey’s Point Campground – Virginia

More Cost-Effective

With hotel prices on the rise, choosing to stay in a campground is an amazing and cost-effective way to travel. Not only do the prices tend to be lower than typical hotel stays, you will also save money by being able to bring and cook your own food, enjoy the various amenities provided by the campground, and overall get a better bang-for-your-buck.

Traveling is expensive – but staying at a campground can save the trouble of hidden fees and pricey hotel stays.

Photo: Southern Palms Resort – Florida

Pet-Friendly Vacations

Many campgrounds offer the luxury of bringing your furry friends along for the trip! Being able to bring your pets along with you on your travel adventures not only allows convenience and fun, but also allows you to create more memories with them.

Plus, bringing your pets along on your travels also allows you to save money – eliminating the cost of a pet sitter or boarding facility. I mean, come on, how could you resist bringing your pets!

Photo: Mt. Hood Village Campground – Oregon

A Cool & Different Experience

Whether you choose to glamp in a tiny house or camp in open land – there is no comparing a beautiful and unique campground accommodation to a classic hotel room. Every campground that you visit is so unique and one-of-a-kind, leaving campers feeling refreshed and ready for adventure on every trip.

While at a hotel you may remember a cool bathroom, at a campground you will remember the bigger things like a gorgeous lake found right on site, the sunrise peeking through the windows of your unique accommodation, and the fun community activities planned like roasting smores by the campfire at night.

At a hotel, you’re usually just there to sleep. You wake up, get ready, and leave your hotel to head to your destination for the day. At a campground, you wake up, walk out the door of your cabin, cottage, yurt, or tent, and your day’s adventure unfolds at your doorstep.

Campground experiences are so unique and special – your family and friends will be talking about their stay for years!

Photo: Yosemite Lakes – California

The Lasting Memories Created

While all the points brought up so far are great, this one has to be the best. One of the greatest things about staying at a campground is the amazing memories that are created while there.

Being out in the beautiful world of nature is unlike any hotel stay that you will experience, bringing a whole new perspective to traveling. No matter where you choose to camp, the memories are always so special.

Whether you are swimming, fishing, roasting hotdogs by the fire or even just relaxing in your cabin with your loved ones – each moment is so memorable and special. There is a reason campers love what they do so much and continue to book more camping stays! The memories truly last a lifetime.