You know you’ve arrived in St. Louis when you see the prominent Gateway Arch that offers a unique and eye-popping sight to the city’s skyline. Residing along the mighty Mississippi River, St. Louis offers a lot of good-time vibes. From baseball to beer, this city provides visitors with an array of things to see and do such as touring Missouri Botanical Garden and Gateway Arch National Park. Of course, no trip is complete without sampling locally prepared barbecue and listening to authentic blues music. But St. Louis offers more than city-life delights. The Missouri landscape features plenty of natural beauty worth exploring intimately. If discovering St. Louis’ great outdoors is on your agenda, then scroll down to learn about the top glamping spots near St. Louis, Missouri.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, prices, availability of dates, decor, and a location that facilitates glamping or is close to glamping spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 31, 2024.
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1. Snazzy glamping tent near a pond in Saint Charles
This delightful glamping tent is remote but still close enough for you to enjoy visiting many attractions in the St. Louis area. It is a spacious tent located in Saint Charles, only 27 miles (43.5 kilometers) away from St. Louis. Situated just moments from a secluded pond, it boasts a room for up to five guests and provides a soft king-sized bed and comfortable cots. It’s ideal for a couple with three small children. The kids can enjoy trying horseshoes and canoeing while the adults can sharpen their shooting skills with a pellet gun or slow down the pace and go fishing. The place offers easy access to sandy beaches and excellent restaurants. A campfire site is the perfect spot to make S'mores with the little ones.
Saint Charles, Missouri, United StatesAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
brandi was kind and professionalmake sure you have adequate bug spray on deck but a nice experience camping great host with excellent communicationCleanliness:
everything was clean and organizedplace was nice and cleanexactly as described super duper cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a/c and fan keep the tent very nice and coolspeaking of the accommodations the tent was fabulous with the king sized bed that was very comfortable
2. Cute tipi with a homey ambiance in Marthasville
Step back in time at this adorable tipi found in a wonderful setting. Located in a restored 1850s village 58 miles (93.3 kilometers) away from St. Louis, the tipi is set amongst a selection of log cabins, a cottage constructed of stone, and more. It boasts a homey ambiance and offers a mini fridge, necessary electric outlets, and coffee and tea stations. An Ozan flap keeps the rain out, and a fire pit is available for cooking hearty meals. Wi-Fi is also on hand. You will easily drift off to sleep after a busy day on the comfortable queen-sized bed. An additional guest can sleep on the trundle bed.
Marthasville, Missouri, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
Host:
torri the manager was available and very very helpfulvery nice host and a fun place to exploreour host was very nice to us and i appreciate all the amenities providedLocation:
the location was stunning and the fire pit was super easy and fun to useRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the property was stunning and the tipis very comfortable
3. Cozy tipi with two single beds in Marthasville
Enjoy rare lodging in an eclectic environment at this tipi situated in a renovated 1850s village. If you’re a history buff, you’ll love this place that showcases everything, from historic log cabins to a collection of age-old wagons. The comfortable tipi is one of several available to guests. It provides two single beds and Wi-Fi, so you can stay connected. There’s even electricity. The glamping site is a one-hour drive from St. Louis. It is set in the charming city of Marthasville and at the center of Missouri Wine Country. If you enjoy sampling cabernets and Chardonnays, this is an ideal spot for you.
Marthasville, Missouri, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the shared bathroom uses period fixtures but is clean and up to dateit has a wood floor which made it clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
on the porch of the house where the bathroom is located the wifi reception was excellenthas super comfortable beds and is climate controlled
4. Fun glamping spots near St. Louis
From a tipi in the middle of a vintage village to a luxury floating tent, glamping sites near St. Louis are a cut above the rest. You can’t go wrong if you choose one of these amazing glamping areas that only enhance St. Louis’ already appealing diversions.
St. Louis Tour Guide

Melissa Smith
I began my guiding career as a teenager in St. Louis, where I was born and raised. I first volunteered as a guide for the Chatillon-Demenil Mansion in South St. Louis. There is where I fell in love with history and its effect on present day. From my teenage years as a volunteer, I progressed to a job at the Missouri Botanical Garden where I trained and supervised the School Program Volunteer Do... Read more
Tours by Melissa
Rare floating glamping tent for two in Saint Charles
Opt for this unique glamping tent, and you may never camp the old-school way again. Just 27 miles (43.5 kilometers) away from St. Louis is this fabulous floating tent in the picturesque city of Saint Charles. The large glamping tent on the water features a well-appointed space for two persons. On the roomy king-sized bed, you will be lulled to sleep by the gentle movement of the marina waters. The area offers a nice selection of fun outdoor activities, from canoeing to biking. The host has a sturdy canoe and a pair of bikes available to guests. A campfire allows you to comfortably relax with a favorite bottle of beer or wine and plan your next day’s adventures.
Saint Charles, Missouri, United StatesAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
lee was an amazing hostlee was a fantastic host and made our stay even more enjoyablelee is an outstanding host and the experience is truly exceptional and uniqueLocation:
and having flushing toilets and a full kitchen just a short walk away was an added bonusCleanliness:
the bed was comfortable the tent was clean and so cozy and cuteRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bathroom was as pictured and functioned perfectly
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