Treehouse Hotels has officially landed Stateside with its first U.S. outpost – Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley, a happiness-inducing hotel that’s part of the playful lifestyle brand…
Now open in Sunnyvale, California, the new Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley brings Treehouse Hotel’s trademark blend of whimsy and warmth to America’s innovation capital. A joyful counterpoint to the usual hotel experience, this property celebrates the perfectly imperfect ethos with a design that invites curiosity, happenings that spark delight, and a philosophy rooted in good times.
Created by hospitality innovator Barry Sternlicht, Founder and Chairman of Starwood Hotels, Treehouse Hotels first took root in 2019 with a celebrated location in London’s Marylebone neighbourhood and is continuing to grow – with a much-anticipated second UK act that just opened in Manchester and even more global locations on the horizon.
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“Treehouse Hotels bring together all the things we crave but rarely make space for – nature, spontaneity, fun and games, and a little bit of nonsense,” said Barry Sternlicht. “Silicon Valley didn’t need another sleek hotel. It needed something human. So we built a one-of-a-kind hideaway that invites you to climb up, branch out, and live more freely. It’s a place you’ve never been but have always belonged.”
In a destination known for shaping the future, Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley dares to do something different: slow things down, make things personal, and put joy at the centre of the experience. And while most properties in Silicon Valley lean minimalist, Treehouse Hotel takes a bolder approach with maximal comfort, loads of sensory delights, and ‘carefreedom.’
The result is a refreshingly analogue oasis that still knows how to plug in. Set on a reimagined orchard once lined with grapevines and fruit trees, the property is a lush, living love letter to California’s agricultural roots, dotted with citrus groves, gardens, preserved oaks, and newly planted native trees.
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Meanwhile, the design is anything but typical. Think richly layered textures, cheeky vintage finds, and handcrafted objects with a story. And for travellers who are there to do business, Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley flips the script and reimagines what a business hotel can be. It’s where brainstorms happen around fire pits and good ideas flow as easily as good wine.
“Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley isn’t about buttoned-up boardrooms – it’s about unbuttoned ideas,” commented Raul Leal, CEO of Starwood Hotels. “We designed this place for connection, creativity, and a better way to do business. It’s a stay that works, in every sense.”
The moment you arrive at Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley – past a 1967 Volkswagen Beetle in the reception area – you know you’ve stepped into an offbeat world built for daydreamers and explorers. A hand-painted mural by artist Aquarela Sabol winds through public spaces. Records are stacked behind the DJ booth. Salvaged wood becomes sculptural furniture. Textiles are custom, colourful, and full of soul. Cosy corners and intimate nooks dot the property – ideal for a fireside chat, a spontaneous brainstorm, or a quiet moment with a good book and a craft cocktail.
The hotel is debuting with 111 guest rooms and suites. Room types have names like Perch King and Clubhouse Suite, and the vibe is pure Treehouse Hotels: laid-back, witty, and quietly luxurious. The design leans into eclectic energy, mixing natural materials and artisan pieces with creature comforts that embrace individuality at every turn. Farm-style desks encourage sketching, journaling, and snacking. Some rooms have patios; others come with built-in reading nooks and soaking tubs.
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And whether you’re planning a board meeting or a blowout celebration, the hotel is also a hub for gatherings big and small. You’ll find 7,750 square feet of event space designed for everything from tech summits to weddings to last-minute brainstorming sessions under the stars. There are flexible boardrooms and event spaces including a barn, a cosy outdoor terrace, and a sweeping lawn.
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley doesn’t just host good times, it engineers them. Experiences here are playful, unpredictable, and delightfully analogue, helping guests reconnect with what lights them up. “Treehouse Hotels are about designing experiences that don’t feel designed,” continued Leal. “We create spaces for spontaneity and shenanigans. That’s where the magic happens.”
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Guests might stumble on a book swap house or Wonky Ones Market – there’s a rotating calendar of events, from backyard brunch parties to guest DJ sets to hands-on workshops like pottery making or terrarium planting. For guests who want to explore, there are complimentary bikes for exploring nearby Baylands Park.
In true Treehouse Hotels fashion, the vibe shifts seamlessly from day to night. Mornings are for sunshine and stretches. Nights are for fire pits and conversations that go long after last call. You can keep to yourself or join the scene. Want to stay in? Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley also offers in-room craft kits, curated playlists, and vinyl record players available on request. No two stays look quite the same.
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley is committed to the planet and was designed with sustainability not as a buzzword, but as a blueprint. The hotel is a model for eco-conscious hospitality, reimagining a former corporate campus – and before that, an orchard – into a biophilic retreat. Adaptive reuse of the site meant saving mature trees and giving new life to existing structures. The landscape was designed to honour the region’s historical ecology, revive the land, and help guests connect with the outdoors. Over 120 existing trees were preserved during construction, while more than 300 native trees (including redwoods, toyon, and redbud) were newly planted. Unlike most hotels in the area, Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley feels alive – lush, fragrant, ever-changing.
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley was designed with upcycling, biodiversity, and low-impact living at its core. Half the property is irrigated with recycled water; all irrigation uses moisture meters and weather sensors to reduce waste. Showers and faucets are equipped with low-flow fixtures. Guest corridors are stocked with water refill stations to reduce plastic waste, and single-use items are nowhere to be found. Kitchens and bars adhere to zero-waste principles, with composting programs and ingredient sourcing from local partners. Any surplus food gets rerouted to local non-profits through Copia, supporting the surrounding community and reducing landfill impact.
Treehouse Hotels’ love for the natural world goes beyond green checklists – it’s felt in the filtered light on the patio, the handmade textures underfoot, and the way the trees frame the sunrise outside your window. “We’re here to prove that sustainability can be beautiful, joyful, and unforgettable,” said Sternlicht. “It’s not about being perfect – it’s about caring enough to do things differently.”
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