The best dome rentals in Hill Country

Take most of your expectations about camping in Texas and throw them out the window as you head toward Hill Country. The landscapes, small towns, and culture give this scenic region of central Texas a flavor all its own. Some of the best camping in the state can be found amid the scenery on public lands, in RV parks, and at glamping rentals. Located northwest of Austin and San Antonio, Texas Hill Country incorporates a unique landscape of rollicking hills, colorful fields of bluebonnets, and rippling rivers. Discover the German heritage of the regional setters—which is overlaid with a Texas twang.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Take most of your expectations about camping in Texas and throw them out the window as you head toward Hill Country. The landscapes, small towns, and culture give this scenic region of central Texas a flavor all its own. Some of the best camping in the state can be found amid the scenery on public lands, in RV parks, and at glamping rentals. Located northwest of Austin and San Antonio, Texas Hill Country incorporates a unique landscape of rollicking hills, colorful fields of bluebonnets, and rippling rivers. Discover the German heritage of the regional setters—which is overlaid with a Texas twang.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. North Star Cove

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8 sites · Lodging · Llano, TX

We are nestled on 26 acres in Valley Spring, Tx - just about 15 minutes from downtown Llano. The grounds are completely private and gated. The property is equipped with a 220 volt outlet that you can use for EV charging - as well as some grills, fire pits, seating areas, horseshoes, and tetherball. Feel free to explore the property or lounge in the Dome! Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sohYzJEQesPcu8mT9 GPS Coordinates: 30.838738186314895, -98.82461692082006

2. Loving Heart Retreats

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7 sites · Lodging · Marble Falls, TX

Loving Heart Retreats is a relaxing and beautiful glamping retreat situated on over 25 acres of lush trees and hillside views, and just 12 minutes outside of Marble Falls. Enjoy the scenic vistas from the comfort of a spacious private deck, and soak in the beautiful rolling hills of Marble Falls. Explore the walking trails and enjoy being wrapped in nature and the calming sounds of songbirds. Relax and enjoy the beautiful sunset by the on-site pond. Our authentic safari tent, sourced directly from South Africa, sits on a beautiful and spacious deck overlooking the hill country. Lounge outside and enjoy a coffee or evening beverage, and take in the stunning views. Or relax on the playful hammock, built directly into the platform. In the evenings, Edison string lights create a relaxed ambiance. Inside, find the comforts of a hotel room inside the safari tent. Plunge into a peaceful night’s sleep in the cozy king-sized bed with comfy bedding and linens. An additional full-sized air mattress is available for extra guests. The living space also includes a sitting area and the conveniences of a counter-height refrigerator (with freezer shelf), microwave, and coffeemaker. A standing telescope and tripod provide an opportunity to explore the endless night sky, free of light pollution far away from the city. Color-changing interior mood lighting can be controlled via remote. Your attached, personal bathroom includes a marble-top double sink vanity, toilet, and a private clawfoot tub and attached shower. Enjoy the plush set of towels. Since we have developed a carefully placed water and septic system in an intimate and remote retreat, we ask that our guests help us preserve the environment by moderating use of water.

3. Hill Country Soulcation

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3 sites · Lodging · Fredericksburg, TX

Welcome to the Hill Country Soulcation by @SoulcationCollective, a newly developed glamping property in gorgeous Fredericksburg, TX. Surrounded by nature yet minutes from wineries and "the best burgers in Texas" at Alamo Springs Cafe, you'll wake up to the birds chirping, go to sleep in silence, wrapped in luxury bedding, under a dark sky full of stars and hike, wine taste and explore in between. It's the perfect soulcation and ultimate chance to unwind, relax and reset. Nestled on 6 acres in the hills above Fredericksburg, Hill Country Soulcation is surrounded by towering oak trees, native landscaping and wildlife. You can satisfy your wildest adventure during the day and relax under the starry sky at night. We have three units on the property and each is approximately 500 feet from one another. We've tried to use the natural landscape to provide as much privacy as possible. Each unit has it's own private two-person hot tub, fire pit seating area, propane grill (propane provided) and outdoor dining area. We also offer an additonal community outdoor dining table for six.

4. Missing Hotel

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9 sites · Lodging · Marble Falls, TX

Disappearing in the woods doesn’t have to be a bad thing. We just prefer to call it forest bathing... Imagine a place that makes you feel like your experience is the only thing that matters. A place that thinks of everything, so you have the space in your mind to explore what matter most to you. A place that inspires and provides the means to help you turn those ideas into something tangible. A place that imbues everything with purpose, including you. Disconnect from distraction. Reconnect with yourself. Choose your level of immersion with our unique shelters. Villa? Geodesic dome? Whatever your preference, each shelter provides a dreamy cocoon to rest, reflect and recharge. They're outfitted with the luxuries you're used to and some you're not. For us, off grid doesn't mean out of touch, at least not entirely. Remember phone booths? Walkies? You'll be just fine. ** Please note: Cell reception and wifi can be spotty. We're happy to point out the best "phone booth" spots for the former, and we are constantly working to improve the latter. We appreciate your patience as we perfect our little piece of the wild. That said, in the meantime, we do urge you to embrace the option to disconnect when possible. We've found it can be quite liberating to go missing for a little while :)

Stories from the community

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Alba

November 2025

Weekend Trip to North Star Cove

Unique glamping experience, beautifully located with exceptional peace a quite. Facilities are clean, and kept to high standards. Nearby Llano is a welcoming city with historical attractions, also several of the Texas State Parks that are unique and worth visiting. Star gazing was amazing! A definite repeat!

Stephanie

October 2025

Weekend Trip to North Star Cove

A fantastic getaway! It's comfortable and has all that you need to glamp under the stars.

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Samantha

October 2025

3 nights at North Star Cove

We absolutely loved the dome! It was so private and serene. Beautiful views of the sunset in the evening and deer passing by in the morning. The dome itself was clean, well designed, and well appointed (down to the airfryer and adjustable desk with a monitor!). The bed was really comfortable with no shortage of linens and the A/C was nice an powerful! It was a very short drive from Llano, close to Enchanted Rock, and just far enough from Austin to feel like a true getaway. Hands-down an amazing experience!

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Cambrey

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Loving Heart Retreats

I really appreciate the thoughtfulness that was put into our dome. All instructions were clear and host was very helpful. Property was gorgeous. We will definitely be back!

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LORETTA

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Loving Heart Retreats

We loved camping in our GeoDome. Definitely cool and unique. Property was very nice and tranquil.

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mesha

July 2025

2 nights at North Star Cove

I love my stay at the dome it was extremely relaxing and peaceful. It was such a restful place. Giving the nice feeling of being in the middle of nature but only 15mins from a town that had everything I needed. The dome itself was wonderful with the view from the bedroom to a full bathroom and fast wifi. I spent my whole time at the dome getting a few days of R&R after a deployment and left feeling fully recovered and at peace.

Noah

May 2025

2 nights at North Star Cove

What a great place to stay! We really enjoyed our two night stay to watch storms, sunsets, and stars

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Kristi

May 2025

Weekend Trip to North Star Cove

The dome at North Star Cove was absolute perfection!! Our family (my husband & our 2 daughters) had an absolute blast and enjoyed getting away & immersing ourselves in nature! The fold out couch in the living room worked great for our 2 elementary aged kids. Plenty of linens and blankets and pillows. The bathroom and shower & kitchen were very nice! Air conditioners worked very well, and there’s a standing fan as well. We built a campfire, stargazed, played horseshoes, made s'mores, used the tree swing, and just had an AMAZING time together as a family! The outhouse bathroom was in great condition as well. The town of Llano was SO cute! We enjoyed the famous Cooper’s BBQ. The drive alone to North Star Cove was just simply gorgeous! We definitely want to return one day, and we highly recommend North Star Cove to anyone wanting to unplug and get away either as a couple or as a family!!! The Llano hill country is good for the soul!

A dash of that Wes Anderson flair peeking through

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Sanup

March 2025

1 night at Missing Hotel

Great place to go missing and connect to nature. I had great time with my wife.

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Cara

March 2025

2 nights at North Star Cove

The dome at North Star Ranch was incredible. The land is beautifully maintained, the dome has all the creature comforts you may want, and the night sky is breathtaking. 12 out of 10 recommended staying here!

valley

February 2025

Weekend Trip to North Star Cove

my partner and I's trip to the north star cove dome was exceptional. Rather difficult to find the location at night so try your best to arrive during day time hours. Joel was an excellent communicator and provided us with a gorgeous, secluded, and serene space to unwind and enjoy each other in. Everything was very clean and cozy. Truly such a fun experience and easily accessible for folks in san antonio/austin! Would absolutely reccomend! P.S. I also left a sentimental teddy bear behind at the Dome and Joel was kind enough to ship him back to me! Very kind host.

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Cristina

February 2025

Weekend Trip to Loving Heart Retreats

The views were amazing and the camp went above and beyond in making us comfortable, despite the extremely cold weather. It was the perfect weekend getaway to recharge! The hosts were very responsive and the amenities were great!

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Justin

January 2025

3 nights at North Star Cove

Joel’s land was gorgeous! We were able to see some wildlife, have a campfire, and most importantly for me.. get to watch all the stars. It was great to relax under the stars and get away from all the distractions of the world. It was truly a starry trance, and it was the best peaceful getaway anyone could ask for. Very private & quiet! Definitely book with Joel. You won’t regret it!! 🤩

Liz

November 2024

4 nights at Missing Hotel

An incredible stay! Sent my child here for their honeymoon, and they had a great time.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best domes in Hill Country guide

Where to go

Eastern & Northern Hill Country

If your camping trip through Texas Hill Country has time for an urban stop, put Austin on your list. The state capital marches to the beat of its own drum with the proud motto “Keep Austin Weird.” This marks the eastern edge of Hill Country. Close to town, McKinney Falls State Park is a must see, notable as a popular swimming hole. Pedernales Falls State Park offers views of the Pedernales River and a tumbling waterfall and over 20 miles of trails for mountain biking. Inks Lake State Park offers recreation on land and water. Colorado Bend State Park provides miles of trails and views of a 70-foot waterfall.

Central Hill Country

Central Hill Country centers around San Antonio and areas north. San Antonio is worth a visit, with the Alamo National Historic Landmark and the River Walk being popular stops. Head out to the smaller towns of Fredericksburg and Boerne to find wineries, live music, and unique personalities. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is one of the most popular stops in Hill Country, renowned for the massive granite dome focal point. Climb to the top to take in the views. It offers tent camping and books well in advance. For easy access for tubing the Guadalupe River, check out Guadalupe River State Park, which has four miles of riverfront. Camping sites are available for both tents and RVs with hookups.

Western Hill Country

Western Hill Country gets farther from the urban centers. Bandera and Kerrville are small towns in the region. Located on the Frio River, Garner State Park is one of Hill Country’s most popular camping spots, with hiking trails and swimming holes.