A resort in space coming in 2027 with restaurants, gym, and even villas! Here's all about Voyager Station

Time of India

30-04-2025

Space travel, once the domain of elite astronauts and government agencies, is rapidly opening up to private enterprises—and even luxury tourism thanks to billionaires like
Jeff Bezos
and
Richard Branson
. Their ventures have helped pave the way for a future where space travel might one day be as routine as international air travel.
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Now, a new milestone in this journey is approaching with the world's first
space hotel
, the
Voyager Station
.
What is Voyager Station?
Voyager Station is a luxury orbital resort designed as a massive rotating wheel, capable of hosting 280 guests and 112 crew members. The space hotel, envisioned by Sacramento-based Orbital Assembly Corporation (which is now known as Above Space), is slated for launch in 2027. The futuristic facility will feature a wide range of amenities, including:
Restaurants and bars
A cinema and concert venue
A gym and recreation space
Residential-style villas and commercial areas
In total, the station will span 125,000 square feet, divided among 24 modules that will include luxury accommodations, retail spaces, and even areas for industrial use.
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Gravity in Space? Yes, Really.
One of Voyager Station's most groundbreaking features is its ability to simulate gravity using centrifugal force. Its rotating design, inspired by German rocket scientist Wernher von Braun, will initially generate gravity equivalent to that of the Moon—about one-sixth of Earth's. Future versions may offer Martian or even near-Earth gravity levels.
OAC boasts, 'We provide gravity,' on its website. Chief Operating Officer Tim Alatorre noted that the artificial gravity will allow guests to experience space in comfort—while still enjoying weightless fun like slam dunks and lifting heavy objects effortlessly.
How Will It Work?
Guests will first arrive at a central zero-gravity hub before taking elevators out to the rotating outer modules where gravity is simulated. This setup balances the thrill of microgravity with the functionality of gravity-assisted living spaces.
The Cost of Space Luxury
Current
space tourism
is still costly—one early civilian paid $28 million to join Jeff Bezos on a Blue Origin flight. However, Alatorre told The New York Times, 'We want it to be a question of preference, not of money.'
With launch systems like SpaceX's Starship and Super Heavy in development, transportation costs are expected to decrease significantly, potentially making space stays more accessible.
While SpaceX is not currently involved in the Voyager Station project, they commented on Instagram:
"Maybe @SpaceX can offer a two-way ticket by the time it's finished? We're curious to see if this plan becomes reality."
Next Steps: Testing the Concept
To ensure feasibility, OAC is currently working on smaller prototypes such as the Gravity Ring and Pioneer Stations, designed to test the key technologies and design concepts.
Alatorre remains confident: 'There's nothing technologically standing in our way. It's just a question of time and money—and we can overcome those.'
As plans for Voyager Station move forward, it could redefine the future of vacations—offering a once-unimaginable getaway: a luxury stay in Earth's orbit.