Huttopia, a French glamping company founded in 1999, is expanding its presence in North America with a growing portfolio of ready-to-camp sites designed to offer an immersive yet comfortable outdoor experience.
With over 100 locations worldwide, the company strategically situates its properties near major metropolitan areas to attract multi-stop travelers.
In California, for instance, Huttopia Paradise Springs is located approximately 90 minutes from Los Angeles, making it an accessible retreat for urban visitors.
Amelie Brouhard, Huttopia’s chief marketing and sales officer, attended the Travel and Adventure Show in Los Angeles earlier this year to introduce the brand to travel advisors unfamiliar with the concept.
“We came to the event so we could get the brand out there and grow awareness,” Brouhard said in a report by TravelAge West.
“We are kind of a pioneer in this market; we have this expertise. Some travel advisors we talked to didn’t know about this type of accommodation, so they left saying, ‘Now I can add outdoor travel to my portfolio.’”
Huttopia’s offerings include wood and canvas tents as the primary accommodations, with some locations providing cabins or chalets.
Each unit is fully furnished, including bedding, towels, private bathrooms, and equipped kitchens, which align with the brand’s emphasis on convenience and comfort. Guests can also opt for on-site dining, featuring fresh, French-inspired cuisine such as crepes and pastries.
Beyond accommodations, Huttopia emphasizes shared experiences. “We want people to leave with something, to have a collective experience,” Brouhard said.
This focus on community engagement extends to on-site amenities, including pools, playgrounds, mini treetop adventures, and outdoor entertainment such as live music and movie screenings.
These elements make Huttopia particularly attractive for families and groups seeking a blend of nature and convenience.
Sustainability is a core tenet of Huttopia’s development strategy. The company maintains a low-density approach to preserve the natural surroundings, opting to build significantly fewer structures than local regulations allow.
“We choose to stay very low density to keep the intimacy, and to keep nature all around. We don’t want nature to adapt to us, we adapt to it,” Brouhard explained.
Accommodations are designed to be fully dismountable, built on pillars to minimize environmental impact, and select sites, such as Huttopia Wine Country in Northern California, operate entirely off-grid using solar power.
Huttopia is also strengthening its distribution channels through partnerships, including a recent collaboration with Worldia, a platform enabling travel advisors to curate and book customized itineraries.
This partnership enhances Huttopia’s visibility among advisors looking to offer alternative outdoor lodging options for clients planning multi-stop vacations, including national park tours and other nature-driven getaways.
To support its expansion, Huttopia is actively recruiting business developers and increasing its outreach to local travel advisors in the U.S. “We are growing, and we are offering something very unique in the market.
We know there is a lot of potential here,” Brouhard said. With a dedicated team managing reservations from Montreal and a specialized meetings and events department, Huttopia is positioning itself as a compelling choice for families, groups, and corporate retreats.
While many outdoor hospitality brands cluster near national parks, Huttopia differentiates itself by selecting locations based on landscape appeal rather than proximity to high-traffic areas.
This approach allows the company to provide a more secluded experience while alleviating congestion in popular outdoor destinations. For campground operators and glamping business owners, Huttopia’s model highlights the growing demand for sustainable, experience-driven outdoor accommodations that blend nature with high-end amenities.
