Most popular unique hotels - Page 6.

Minimalism meets reclaimed structures in a pretty Japanese harbor. Visionary architects, Yasutaka Yoshimura, have based their design for chic holiday cottages on ship containers. The containers are stacked on top of each other to create two floors. One end is all glass, and the walls are white to reflect light …

Le Meridien in Bora Bora, a contemporary resort set on an islet and lagoon, offers some wonderful scenery and modern amenities, such as a large glass floor that lets you see the lagoon and the underwater life, as well as bungalows and villas filled with modern facilities and comforts. The …

‘And I sentence you to be taken from here to Oxford Castle Prison where you will be hung from the neck until dead’ - is what guests of the Oxford Castle Prison would have heard before arriving at this imposing building. You, however, are far more likely to hear the …

Lapland, Finland, is where you’ll find the most magical igloos in the world! If you love cozying up as snow gathers outside your window, Levin Iglut is your place. Each igloo is not only perfectly decorated but equipped with heated non-fogging glass, air conditioning, a kitchen, a shower, and a …

At Yotel, you get to spend the night in a luxury yacht cabin while having all the advantages of being in London, New York, or Amsterdam. Seasickness will not be a problem here, Captain! Each tiny room is a triumph of design. The queen-sized beds are retractable, and some rooms …

How far north can you go without staying a tent, getting lost, and resorting to cannibalism? Well, try the Hotel Arctic. It is the world’s northernmost four-star hotel (which begs the question as to what a two-star Arctic Hotel would be like) and is popular among people who like their …

This royal palace was first constructed by the Maharana in 1746. Built on four acres of rock in the center of a tranquil lake, it has been a retreat for the rich and powerful for hundreds of years. And James Bond, too. Yes, this hotel served as the location for …

A trip to in-town Buckhead, Atlanta, will leave you amazed when you arrive at your very own trio of treehouses. Regardless of whether you are an outdoorsy person or you just want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city living, these treehouses are the perfect escape. This …

Las Vegas hotels are known for their suites, and Palms Casino Resort has the biggest, loudest, and best suites on offer. Out of huge plate glass windows, a sea of light stretches before you for miles and miles, it’s just Vegas, and then you turn away from the view and …

Oh, Italia! The Hotel Boscolo Milano, nestled in the city of Milan, is the perfect blend of modernity and luxury. The hotel is bathed in natural light because of the massive windows facing the Corso Matteotti. The Boscolo Milano is ideally situated for easy access to all the biggest and …

The glamorous music industry meets modern hotels in Berlin. This is probably the only hotel in the world that has a dedicated “music manager”, its own recording studio, and rehearsal rooms. They even provide guitars and keyboards as room service. The hotel is built around the concept of ‘dynamic space’ …

For those of you who have not spent enough time crammed into Jumbo Jets, trying to rub the feeling back into your twisted legs, craving for the blackout of sleep but unable to relax because you are stuck in a rigid position while the constant roar of the engines deafens …

Well known to discerning free spirits, the Yurt is the traditional accommodation of the native peoples of Afghanistan and Mongolia. They are canvass constructions with wooden floors and colored lattice wooden supports. Inside it is a cozy and intimate experience. Opening the painted wooden door directly into the stunning scenery …

Armani Hotel Dubai is located in the prestigious Burj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai which is the tallest building in the world standing at 2723 ft / 828 m. You can avoid the crowds by accessing the hotel easily via the exclusive entrance. Everything is made by Giorgio Armani from the …

Whether you are visiting Amsterdam for business or pleasure, or perhaps a mix of both, one of the most unique hotel experiences to be had is at the Hôtel Droog. It is located in the heart of the historical center of the city and what makes it truly interesting is …

Richard Branson’s private island is named after Dutch explorer Johannes de Necker who “discovered” it in the 17th Century. It remained uninhabited until the late 20th Century. In 1965 two British journalists tried to survive as castaways on the island. They lasted three weeks before they were driven off the …

This hut, owned by the Swiss Alpine Authority, was designed by professors and students of architecture and eco-design from Lucerne University and ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology). The crystal-shaped building is designed to make sunlight spiral inside while redistributing thermal body heat from occupants to heat the lodge …

The Aurora Express is a bed and breakfast in Alaska where you stay in renovated railroad carriages. These vintage carriages were set to become a museum until the Wilson family decided to turn them into a Bed & Breakfast. Now, the old railroad cars sit high on a hill overlooking …

An imposing mountain chalet rises in a sunny and quiet spot at the gates of Vermiglio. Chalet Al Foss Alp Resort's sun-soaked and mountainous surroundings are bursting with greenery in summer and buried under the beauty of a blanket of snow in winter. During ski season, a free bus will …

This hotel occupies the top 11 floors of the 48-floor 345 California Center building. The twin towers of the building are 45-degree angles relative to the rest of the building which makes for a dazzling – if trippy - stay. The vibe is distinctly oriental, borrowing themes from the best …