There are already plenty of accommodation options available at Alton Towers, from the adventure-themed Alton Towers Hotel to the Enchanted Village of luxury lodges. The new addition from the theme park marks its first foray into the world of glamping, a decision that may have been influenced by the already very popular Ready Camp, a glamping site located just a mile away from the park.
The new accommodation option, which is being marketed as a budget option for families wishing to stay at the site without breaking the bank, comes in the form of Stargazing Pods.
Similar to other camping pods, the Stargazing Pods feature room for four people, sleeping in a double bed and two single beds. While the pods are small in size, the space is utilised to its fullest with storage underneath the beds to keep things clean and make the most of the floor space. The pods are heated and have charging points to make sure your phones or cameras don’t run out of battery.
The stargazing theme continues on the inside of the pods, with star maps and pictures hung across the walls. Outside of the pod, you will find a number of telescopes dotted around the site for guests to use.
There are 102 pods located on the site, all of which are positioned close to one another. Alongside the pods are communal facilities including toilets, showers, baby changing and disabled facilities. There are a number of small play areas located across the site for children and a green in the middle of the site where the telescopes are located. A tipi can also be found which has a bar for guests and also offers a programme of family entertainment.
During the off peak season, the Stargazing Pods will cost £88 per night, and during peak season, the cost will rise to £123 per night.
If you’d like to find out more about the Stargazing Pods, visit their website.
