Glass Igloos Offer a Night Under the Stars Without Crossing the Arctic Circle

Watching the night sky from beneath a clear, glass-topped dome is one of travel's stranger pleasures - and it doesn't require a trip to the Arctic Circle. Igloo-style stays have popped up in unexpected spots, from snow-covered mountains in Germany to quiet corners of Spain.

Many of these domes borrow a Nordic look: Scandi-style decor, underfloor heating, faux-fur throws and panoramic windows built for stargazing. In the far north, guests can pair a night overhead with husky or reindeer sledding, cold-water swimming or a geothermal spa.

Elsewhere, the draw is simpler - mountain views, countryside walks, or the novelty of sleeping inside a transparent dome. Among the standout picks: a cozy igloo in Finnish Lapland for northern lights, a secluded stay in Norway for water views, and a lakeside dome over Lake Superior for families.