5 Hotels That Make Solo Travel a Breeze

Solo travel can be one of the most fulfilling adventures you'll ever experience, with the freedom to explore on your own terms. As more people embrace the idea of traveling alone, a rising number of hotels are adapting with social spaces, enhanced security features, and single occupancy pricing. Check out these top picks for solo travelers, and don't wait for company to book your next adventure.

Moxy Athens City Hotel

With over 125 locations worldwide, Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott, are known for their 'stylish and playful' vibe, giving as much focus to their public spaces as their rooms. At Moxy Athens City, check-in happens at the bar, offering guests a complimentary drink to kick off their stay, creating an instant social atmosphere. If the bar is packed, the lobby has cozy couches and movable furniture, while an adjacent room serves as a co-working space with café tables, often buzzing with laptops.

Located in the historic center of Athens, Moxy Athens City offers easy access to the city by foot or metro. But the hotel's true highlight is the Moxyfied suite—the entire top floor featuring a wraparound private garden with nearly 360-degree views of the Acropolis. Two large patios provide the perfect space for lounging or hosting a gathering, making it both grand and intimate.

Virgin Hotels New York

True to Sir Richard Branson's style, the 39-story Virgin Hotels New York has a playful flair. From bathroom signs proclaiming “unisexy” to the Sugar Daddy-branded sweeteners found in all 460 rooms—39 of which are suites and two are penthouses—there's no shortage of cheeky innuendos.

The design of the standard rooms, known as “chambers,” is exceptionally well thought out. Guests enter through a hallway that doubles as a dressing area, featuring a vanity and two flexible closet spaces for luggage. A sliding barn door separates this from the bedroom, which boasts a custom king-size bed with an upholstered headboard that extends into a booth, complete with a marble table for work or dining. Two peepholes enhance privacy: one at the room door and another at the barn door, perfect for solo travelers seeking extra security.

Virgin Hotels New York’s Pool Club stands out as one of the few outdoor pools in Manhattan, located on the fourth floor against the iconic backdrop of the Empire State Building. An edgy cocktail bar complements a spacious deck adorned with sunbeds and cabanas, perfect for socializing.

We Care Spa

Since 1986, We Care Spa has offered liquid nutrition, guided fasting, detox programs, and over 40 treatments for those seeking a personal retreat in the desert. Originally the private home of founder Susana Belen, the spa now includes 29 rooms equipped with seven-layer air purifiers, oversized soaking tubs, trampolines, and circadian lighting systems.

Guests can choose from two- to eight-day programs, either enjoying a private experience—moving from room to treatment to sauna undisturbed—or engaging socially at the tea bar, juice station, or gym. While some come in pairs, most guests visit solo.

The journey begins as you step over a subterranean cluster of healing crystals. From there, your stay is customizable. Aside from a set schedule of beverages and treatments, the days are flexible. Some guests enjoy morning yoga or nutrition classes, while others unwind by the pool, visit the medicine wheel, or retreat to their rooms.

The Twin Fin

With a view of Waikīkī Beach, The Twin Fin sets itself apart from the family and honeymoon hotels along Kalākaua Avenue. Through quarterly artist residencies and local partnerships, including a live talk series with Parley for the Oceans, the hotel fosters social interaction around shared interests. The activities calendar is packed with hula, ukulele, and lei-making lessons, with at least one class every day.

Although the beach is just steps away, The Twin Fin partners with Wai Kai in West O‘ahu, offering guests the chance to surf a deep-water standing wave pool—perfect for consistent practice without currents or sand. A shuttle service conveniently picks up surfers right across the street for coaching or independent sessions.

Singita Pamushana Lodge

At Singita Pamushana Lodge, each of the eight suites features a private plunge pool and a cliff-top firepit. The entire camp overlooks the Malilangwe Dam, drawing abundant wildlife from the 115,000-acre Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve in Zimbabwe's secluded southeast.

Singita, an ecotourism and conservation-focused brand, embraces a holistic philosophy that goes beyond traditional wellness. Guests enjoy twice-daily game drives, guided yoga and meditation sessions, along with wine tastings and fireside nightcaps. Unlike many lodges, Singita’s 16 properties offer per-person, per-night stays.