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9 Bunker Airbnbs Where You Can Hide Out in an Underground Stronghold
Will sleeping overnight in a bunker validate or diminish your fears?
Everyone has a plan for when the inevitable happens, right? I’m taking my root vegetables, booking it to the woods and going underground. At best, it’s a flimsy strategy; I’ve not considered my destination’s population density, route, or how I will survive for more than a few days in my subterranean hideout. And as they say, luck is when preparation meets opportunity — right now, I’m a goner. If you’d like a trial run to flesh out your plan, you can stay in one of the many, yes many, underground bunkers on Airbnb. From decommissioned missile silos to a subterranean forest hideout, these strongholds will set you up for success. Well, at least give you better odds. All you need are your closest friends, a pair of running shoes and a tray of canned goods.
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Missile base bunker in Roswell, New Mexico
Staying in a decommissioned missile bunker in one of the most famous places for government cover-ups seems fitting. The “Roswell Incident” is a significant part of the town’s identity. You’ll find wacky museums, shops brimming with alien-themed souvenirs, alien-shaped streetlights, and now, you can sleep beneath the desert in a silo.
The site was decommissioned in 1965 and has been developed into a modern Airbnb apartment within the concrete cylinder of the launch control center. The nightly rate includes a tour of the history of the site and down into the utility tunnel, which will take you over 55 meters deep into the missile silo. The Airbnb has everything — other than windows. There’s a kitchenette, a small bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a bathroom.
Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $599 per night
Underground forest hideout in Quebec
Don’t go into the forest, they say. But if you’re keen to give survival a shot, it’s precisely where I’d go when I cut and run to Canada. It’s situated in Quebec between Montreal and Trois-Rivières, so if things calm down, you can dust yourself off and head into the city for a more comfortable stay and stiff drink.
Sleeping eight guests in two bedrooms, this underground forest hideout is well-camouflaged. It’s been designed as a survival experience, with the listing stating you must be physically and mentally fit to stay. If the latter phasing doesn’t put you off, you’re all set for your escape-room esq experience. Property owners often run a crash course in forest survival, including how to hunt for food, and there’s a campfire space and picnic table above ground if you need a breath of fresh air. It’s also worth noting that the toilet block is external. So I wouldn’t chug drinks too close to bedtime unless you’re comfortable being in the woods at night.
Eight guests, two bedrooms
Price: $73 per night
2-bedroom complex in a ballistic missile in Vilonia, Arkansas
Who knew there would be so many decommissioned missile complexes on Airbnb? This one is in the rolling hills of central Arkansas, near the small town of Vilonia. While seemingly remote, it’s surprisingly accessible. The closest major airport is Little Rock National Airport (LIT), about a 45-minute drive.
Once home to a Titan II intercontinental ballistic missile, the underground complex has been reimagined as a luxurious retreat. Descending 10 meters below the surface, you’ll be greeted by a surprisingly spacious living space. It’s even used for corporate retreats. There are two bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a theater room. However, the real draw is the opportunity to explore the depths of the silo and maze of corridors and learn about its past. The silo’s original features, such as the massive blast door and control panels, have been preserved and incorporated into the design.
Six guests, two bedrooms
Price: $370 per night
Comfortable bunker in small town Texas
Saddle up, this comfortable-looking bunker is in Adkins, a small community 25 minutes east of San Antonio. If you’re into small towns, Adkins offers a chance to experience the authentic Texas Hill Country spirit and makes a great addition to a San Antonio scenic road trip itinerary.
The bunker looks a lot more homely than many on Airbnb — there are even nostalgic arcade games you can play to keep your mind off the fact you’re staying four meters underground in Texas. The Airbnb sleeps four with a double bed bunk, and there’s a neat kitchenette with a stovetop and microwave. Upstairs, you’ll have a firepit and picnic table for evening hangs in the rural countryside, or you can bail and head into town for some barbecue.
Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $89 per night
Historic speakeasy bunker near downtown Nashville
If the apocalypse comes knocking, I’ll be falling off the wagon. Hiding in a speakeasy with an Old Fashioned sounds like a civilized way to it ride out.
This Airbnb is in Greenbrier, Tennessee, just a short drive from downtown Nashville. The historic speakeasy and bunker was constructed as a shelter during the Cold War. The owners have preserved the bunker’s features while adding modern comforts. The spacious interior includes a well-equipped kitchen, a billiards table, and a New York-style bar. The sleeping arrangements include a king-sized bed and an additional king-sized air bed for extra guests. This property would make a neat base for a Nashville bachelor or bachelorette party if you have a small group of friends.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $99 per night
Renovated bomb shelter in Marfa, Texas
This stronghold in Marfa, Texas, is a pretty compact doomsday bunker. What it lacks in size, it makes up for in character. The renovated bomb shelter is designed for two people. It includes essential amenities: a small refrigerator, a microwave, a hot plate for basic cooking, and a compact bathroom with a shower — think RV-size, but underground. It’s situated on a half-acre property of desert gardens, and there’s a communal fire pit, a bocce court, and even a cowboy soak tank. The shelter is on the courthouse square, so it’s within easy walking distance of the town’s shops, art galleries, and restaurants.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $163 per night
Cold war subterranean fortress in Wilson, Kansas
Another option for a subterranean fortress that used to house nuclear-tipped intercontinental ballistic missiles is this extraordinary Airbnb in rural Kansas, near the small town of Wilson. Much like the other silos, it was part of a network of underground missile bases that dotted the American landscape during the Cold War.
The renovated property is located in the former launch control center, a space once the missile base’s nerve center. Today, it has been transformed into a comfortable living area with a king-size bed, a bunk bed, and a shared bathroom. The gray color scheme and the exposed metalwork throughout the structure serve as a constant reminder of the silo’s past, but there are home comforts and modern amenities like TVs, a microwave, a fridge, and a coffee maker.
If the Airbnb is booked over your dates, the property offers a campground with tent camping, RV parking, and car camping. You can also take a tour of the missile silo with the owner, Matthew Fulkerson. Fulkerson is also working to develop the property into an educational center for space habitat studies, exploring the technologies that will enable humans to live and thrive in space.
Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $315 per night
Bombshelter apartment in Seattle with a hot tub
If you like the idea of having a secure room but are not quite ready to fully commit to a bunker, check out this basement apartment in Seattle with a built-in bomb shelter. It’s likely to be booked out during the apocalypse as there’s a hot tub and parking, and it’s pet-friendly. The 1960s chamber has been transformed into a speakeasy with a record player and a stocked bar.
Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $269 per night
Guest room in Atlas F Missile Base in Oklahoma
Here’s another silo that never launched its payload of doom. It’s located in Hobart, Oklahoma. And while this might not be the most happening place on Earth, the town has a few restaurants and a small museum.
The silo’s underground control center has been converted into a three-story home, with a guest room on the third level, 11 meters below the surface. The room is surprisingly normal, with two twin beds, a TV, and a desk. You’ll have access to a shared bathroom and kitchen, so you can keep yourself clean and fed while waiting for the all-clear. A stay here also includes a tour where you’ll get to see the massive missile silo itself, an over 50-meter-deep hole in the ground that once housed a nuclear warhead. 
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $269 per night
