Most popular unique hotels - Page 23.

Not just the location for the awesome Australian children’s program, Round the Twist lighthouses are also hotels. And they save lives too. Let’s hear it for lighthouses! This tower was active for over 75 years with parts of it dating back over 200 years when a huge flame was used …

Located on Mykonos island in Greece, the San Giorgio Hotel was opened by the Konstantinidis family in 1997. It is now managed by Thomas Heyne and Mario Hertel, who met some years ago on the shores of Ibiza. In 2013, they teamed up to run San Giorgio, a “singular destination …

Maison Couturier is an estate built by French immigrants in tropical Mexico in the 1800s. The old farmhouse has been renovated into a boutique hotel where you will find your own private terrace and some delightful antique furnishings. Surrounded by tropical fruit trees, whirring crickets, and lush scents. The white …

At Kagga Kamma, a nature reserve can also be a luxury retreat. This accommodation, set in the Cederberg Mountains, offers a peaceful location far away from the city. Instead of lights and ads, you will be admiring rock formations, valleys, exotic plants, and rare wildlife sightings. One of the most …

The Graine & Ficelle Hotel in Saint-Jeannet, France is called a pleasure farm and focuses on creating an atmosphere of tranquility and outdoorsy comfort. The fairly large house offers excellent scenery in the heart of the French Riviera, at 260m2. Guests here can expect a sophisticated living room, dining room, …

For over 60 years (which is ancient history in American time) the Madonna Inn has been welcoming travelers with its eccentric and luxurious take on the essential roadside Motel. The Inn has a famous bakery where decadent cakes are known for their elaborate appearance and amazing taste. There is a …

Located in the ancient city of Matera in Italy, this unique hotel is built into caves that once housed our ancient ancestors. Populated for 9000 years, the town was officially founded by the Romans in the third century BC. It has been consistently inhabited since and the caves were used …

You are balancing on a mountain bike at the top of a slither of rocky trail running steeply down a mountainside. Everything is focused on your next maneuver. Your behind hovers behind the saddle for balance, feet in firm contact with the pedals, white knuckles on the handlebars, you choose …

Implements of control and dominance never last long and here is an example. Originally a radar tower built by the US in order to exert strategic control of the Panama Canal and fight the bloody War on Drugs, the tower is now a place for families to watch birds and …

It’s called the New Majestic Hotel so no-one forgets that it’s new and majestic. But that would be hard to do given that the lobby has a copper ceiling, white-washed walls, and vintage fans. As is usual for modern design hotels, local artists have been allowed to splurge their creative …

The hotel “Colosseo” is a must-see for visitors who want the definitive Italian sightseeing experience. This is not only a luxurious hotel but also one that is designed in ancient Roman architectural style. From Roman columns to exotic bedrooms made for an emperor, the “Colosseo” is the final word in …

By 1874 it became clear that a lighthouse was needed to mark the entrance to San Francisco Bay. The US government, unable to find a suitable location for the lighthouse, took over East Brother Island. Using dynamite to level the island, they built a lighthouse that remains there to this …

Cornwall is England’s sunniest county: full of dew-sparkled hills, Arthurian moors, and villages resting by the fishing boat bobbing sea. It’s a popular destination and why not stay in a treehouse while you’re there? Named after the feisty local birds, Tree Sparrow House is a compact wooden dwelling resting in …

Once home to a trendy nightclub (think: Paris’ version of NYC’s Studio 54) where Andy Warhol, Robert de Niro, the Sex Pistols, and even the Rolling Stones frequented, Les Bains, is now an elegant hotel in the heart of Paris. But not to worry, there still remains a small club …

A boutique hotel in the skyscraper coral of Dubai is a rare find indeed. The Palm Resort was originally built so its extravagant owner could play Polo and to this day it boasts two Polo fields, horses, and stables. And yes, you can have riding lessons. Your room comes with …

This boutique hotel loves pop culture. The entrance hall features a pop-culture mural by artist Kari Pei. Every staff member has a nametag displaying their Hollywood alter ego – like Bruce Lee or Angelina Jolie. The hotel is located in the heart of San Francisco’s shopping district, a short walk …

Palm Springs is an American resort popular with celebrities and people passionate about living. The Saguaro stands in the resort with a youthful color scheme inspired by desert flowers. Famous architects, Stamberg Aferiat, designed the colors and interiors and used the rainbow as a concept that flows throughout the original …

The 12 Decades Hotel is a truly distinctive lodging that transports you through Johannesburg’s vibrant and sometimes turbulent history. Situated in the up-and-coming Maboneng Precinct, this innovative hotel reflects the colorful personality that attracts many people to this newly developed hub. Each of the 16 rooms has a unique theme …

Located in the North African country of Morocco, the Royal Mansour Marrakech is a 5-star luxury accommodation that is more of a palace than a hotel. The King of Morocco, King Mohammed VI, actually commissioned the building of this hotel himself! In fact, the king has used the Royal Mansour …

Located on the coast of Nusa Dua at Tanjung Benoa in Bali, Indonesia, the Conrad Bali Hotel is a beautiful place to stay when visiting this part of the world. Just how luxurious is the award-winning Conrad? For starters, guests are offered a “pillow menu” with selections of fifteen pillows …