How much does accommodation matter to you during your travels? Unless you’re on a one-day trip, choosing the right place to stay is always a crucial part of travel planning. There are many places around the world with captivating landscapes where you’d want to spend a night. Among them, some unique hotels and accommodations have creatively incorporated the distinct character and regional features of the tourist spots. Let’s explore some of these unique hotels around the world that you’d want to stay in at least once in your life.
[Het Arresthuis Hotel, Netherlands]
Het Arresthuis Hotel, located in Roermond, Netherlands, is a revamped hotel that has retained the structure of an old prison that it once was in the past. The interior of the hotel rooms features photographs inspired by the inmates. The Het Arresthuis Hotel has cleverly incorporated its history of being a prison into its interior design and even hosts dinner parties where guests dress up in prison uniforms.
[Jumbo Stay Hostel, Sweden]
The Jumbo Stay Hostel in Sweden, which has been previously introduced as one of the most unique hotels in the world, is also worth a visit. A Swedish businessman bought a decommissioned Boeing 747 passenger plane and transformed it into a hotel. Located at Stockholm airport, it is easy to find and accessible via a shuttle bus from the airport. The cockpit operates as a suite, and there are a total of 85 beds available for 2 to 4 people.
[Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort]
Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort is perfectly situated on a sand dune, making it an ideal exotic resort. The unique tranquility and peaceful atmosphere of the desert, along with a variety of services such as a full-service spa, a well-equipped outdoor swimming pool, spa treatment rooms, and yoga classes, offer special relaxation to travelers tired from their hectic daily lives.
[Remota Hotel, Chile]
If you stay at the Remota Hotel hidden in Patagonia, Chile, you will be overwhelmed by the breathtaking natural landscape. The hotel also offers a variety of amenities, including a marina, spa, swimming pool, garden, and library, ensuring a satisfying stay experience as much as the natural scenery. Above all, the excellent accessibility to nearby forests, islands, ice fields, and glaciers makes it an ideal place to enjoy an unforgettable trip.
[Cave Hotel, UK]
The Cave Hotel located in Wyper Forest, UK, is not only unique for its location and appearance, but it is also astonishing that it was carved out of rock by one person without any help. The owner of the Cave Hotel reportedly bought the area and invested about $130,000 to build the cave house. It might seem like there would be no electricity or water facilities, but the hotel has all the necessary facilities. You can even shower with groundwater drawn from 59 feet underground, and Wi-Fi is available. The romantic atmosphere created by the arched ceiling, cozy lighting, and fireplace is a unique charm of this place.
[Free Spirit Spheres, Canada]
Free Spirit Spheres, as the name suggests, offers a peaceful rest in harmony with the forest. Basic amenities such as a kitchen sink, refrigerator, and microwave are provided, and the bathroom and shower areas are eco-friendly and located outside. It may be less convenient than being indoors, but if you consider the healing provided by the clean nature, a little inconvenience can be an addition of charm to the trip.
[Crane Hotel, Netherlands]
In Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, there is a Crane Hotel. The Faralda Crane Hotel Amsterdam is a 3.5-star hotel located near the Anne Frank House, which was created by renovating a crane that was used and then abandoned at the Amsterdam shipyard. Although it may not have a luxurious feel, you can find a unique charm that matches the city of art, Amsterdam, in every corner of the hotel.
[Fell Centre Kiilopää, Finland]
If you go to the ‘Fell Centre Kiilopää’ hotel in Finland, you can enjoy the natural scenery covered with snow while staying in an igloo or snow hut. There is also an observation deck inside the hotel, which is popular among travelers who want to see the beautiful aurora. For travelers who want to experience Finland’s sauna culture, an outdoor smoke sauna is also provided.
[Muraka Undersea Hotel, Maldives]
The Muraka Undersea Hotel in the Maldives has two bedrooms, along with a bathroom overlooking the sea on the upper floor. Each suite comes with a butler and chef, and a fitness trainer can be called at any time. Spa treatments and jet skis are also available. When you go downstairs, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the sea through a spiral staircase or elevator. The main bedroom in the sea has a king-size bed and offers a 180-degree view of a different world.
[Lapland Hotel SnowVillage, Finland]
The Lapland Hotel Snow Village in Finland is famous as an ice hotel that is newly built every year with different designs. Since 2000, they have been showcasing ice hotels decorated with various themes using snow and ice sculptures. In addition to this, the Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, and Chapel, all made of ice, are also one of the reasons why you must visit this hotel.
By. Hye In Oh
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