A Pop-Up Hotel Offers Stargazers a Rare Night Under Six Aligned Planets
A unique pop-up hotel, the Million Star Hotel, is offering a one-night stay under the stars during a rare astronomical event. The hotel will open for just 24 hours in Scotland’s Galloway Forest Park, where guests can sleep beneath a six-planet alignment. Entry is free—but only those who win a ballot will secure a spot for the night of 25 to 26 February.
The hotel consists of a fleet of Dacia Bigster SUVs, each fitted with a Sleep Pack that converts the interior into a fold-away double bed. A 190cm mattress ensures comfort, while the panoramic sunroof turns the sky into a personal planetarium. Guests can stargaze from their bed as the planets line up overhead.
Galloway Forest Park, the UK’s first certified Dark Sky Park, was chosen for its minimal light pollution. The six-planet alignment—visible to the naked eye—marks the last such event of this decade. After the single night, the hotel will close permanently, making this a once-in-a-lifetime experience. No public records confirm who won the ballot for the 25 to 26 February stay. The selection process remains undisclosed, adding to the event’s exclusivity.
The Million Star Hotel provides a fleeting chance to witness a celestial spectacle from an unusual setting. With no cost for entry and only a handful of winners, the experience combines astronomy with adventure. After this single night, the hotel will vanish, leaving only memories of the rare planetary display.
