11 Hotels With Unforgettable Nighttime Activities Around The World

Gone are the days when your nights at your hotel were just for sleeping. Recently hotels across the globe are now inviting guests (especially night owls) on exciting nocturnal adventures. Whether you’re looking to embark on an enchanting ‘Night at the Museum’ journey or venturing through the mysterious trails on a Jungle Night Walk in Costa Rica, here’s a look at some of the most unique nighttime experiences offered by resorts and hotels, inviting both adults and children to explore the magic that unfolds when the lights go out.

Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos, Mexico

This hotel features El Gabinete Del Barco, an indigenous gallery and museum that encourages young guests to actively engage with the history of the Baja region. One of the most prized artifacts includes a whale fossil that appears to float from the ceiling. The exhibit also features ancient maps of the Americas, 360˚ virtual photography, video interviews with archeologists, and replicas of harpoons, knives, and other tools from the region. Recently, Solaz introduced ‘A Night at the Museum,’ adventure, which is an entrancing tour of the museum where history comes alive through the use of engaging narratives. The evening also includes a delicious dining experience that is specially tailored to youngsters.

Marriott Marquis Houston, Houston, Texas

An urban oasis in the center of Houston, the hotel not only lays claim to the famed Texas-shaped lazy river, but some offers some fantastic after-dark programming. Newly introduced Full Moon Soirees bring guests together once a month to dance under the glow of the moon with live entertainment and a “Bites of the Moon” food tasting experience. You can also enjoy Concerts Under the Stars.

Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa, Aurora, New York

Located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa is a luxury boutique resort with six lovingly restored historic homes. Each home is impeccably decorated and comes with in-room fireplaces, private balconies and breathtaking views of Cayuga Lake. The waterside resort features a plethora of daytime and nighttime guest activities. At dusk, guests can participate in a Lantern-Lit Sunset Hike led by resident outdoorsmen along the outdoor trail system up to the Overlook Platform (which looks out on Cayuga Lake) for an evening bonfire that comes complete with s’mores and stargazing.

The Foundry Hotel, Asheville, North Carolina

The Foundry Hotel, an 87-room luxury boutique hotel, is a historic renovation of Asheville’s old steel foundry. In partnership with Asheville Wellness Tours, guests at The Foundry Hotel can explore the magic of the night in the Blue Ridge Mountains through a unique menu of experiences including Blue Ghost Firefly Forest Bathing. Led by knowledgeable guides, forest bathing is a therapeutic practice that encourages mindfulness and connection with nature, while also allowing participants to witness the elusive Blue Ghost firefly species lighting up the forest.

Marriott Marquis Houston, Houston, Texas

An urban oasis in the center of Houston, the hotel not only lays claim to the famed Texas-shaped lazy river, but offers some fantastic after-dark programming. Newly introduced Full Moon Soirees bring guests together once a month to dance under the glow of the moon with live entertainment and a “Bites of the Moon” food tasting experience.

Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton, Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica

Discover the nighttime beauty of the Osa Peninsula at the luxurious eco-resort’s Jungle Night Walk. Guests can explore the rainforest at night guided by certified experts from Crocodile Bay. From exotic insects and night birds to caimans, snakes, and kinkajous, each step unveils a new marvel of the nocturnal world. You may also spot the famed, red-eyed tree frogs and other elusive species that come to life under the cover of darkness. Unlike daytime hikes, these nighttime excursions offer a slower pace, allowing for immersive exploration and close encounters with the rainforest’s nocturnal inhabitants.

Club Med Québec Charlevoix, Québec, Canada

Club Med introduces “Elevation,” a summer festival at Club Med Québec Charlevoix, celebrating culture and cosmos with an “Astro-Circus” theme from mid-July to August. Highlights include planetarium shows, stargazing, Astro Yoga and a Space Movie Night. Special booking offers are available. Located in Le Massif de Charlevoix, this all-inclusive, family-friendly resort is Club Med’s first four-season mountain resort in Canada, featuring local cuisine, luxury spaces, and stunning views of the St. Lawrence River and mountains.

The Memphian, Memphis, TN

This hotel really embraces the night with its Astrological Overnight experience. Get the evening started with your own personalized Star Sign cocktails on the hotel’s rooftop bar underneath a hand-painted astrological mural. Next, look upwards and feast your eyes on the night sky as you take in a stargazing sessions on the rooftop terrace with an expert guide from The Memphis Museum of Science & History. You will also receive personalized zodiac gifts from local boutique Paradox at Peco.

Lakehouse Resort, San Marcos, California

After a long day of outdoor activities head to one of the hotel’s firepits where you can enjoy a complimentary s’mores kit. To up the ambiance of the fireside experience, this summer the resort is introducing a ‘Guitar Concierge’ complete with the use of complimentary guitars and a curated list of songs that are ideal for fireside get-togethers.

Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Kohamajima, Okinawa, Japan

From June 1 through July 31, 2024, the hotel invites guests to immerse themselves in the wonders of the night sky at Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, Japan’s first dark sky preserve. The property, which is located in the national park, has a unique “Tingara Trampoline” experience that allows guests to bounce on a trampoline set up on the adjacent beach.

Hoshino Resorts KAI Aso, Oita, Japan

The hotel offers Horse Riding Under the Stars where you can revel in the beauty of the Milky Way and other spectacular celestial performances. Located in a Global Geopark, KAI Aso is a hot spring ryokan featuring just twelve private villas.