The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, is entirely made of ice and snow.
Each winter, artists carve new rooms, so every stay is unique. Guests sleep on ice beds covered with reindeer skins and warm sleeping bags. This hotel melts away each spring and is rebuilt in the winter.
Giraffe Manor – Kenya
Located in Nairobi, Kenya, Giraffe Manor is home to a herd of friendly Rothschild’s giraffes. These gentle giants poke their heads through the windows and join guests for breakfast. It’s a perfect place for animal lovers who want a unique wildlife experience.
Capsule Inn – Japan
Capsule Inn in Tokyo, Japan, is a futuristic hotel with tiny, capsule-like rooms stacked on top of each other. These compact spaces are just big enough for a bed, a TV, and a small shelf. This hotel is a great choice for solo travelers looking for a budget-friendly, minimalist stay.
The Manta Resort – Tanzania
This floating hotel off Pemba Island, Tanzania, has an underwater room with glass walls. Guests can sleep surrounded by fish and other marine life. Above the water, the hotel has a sunbathing deck with stunning views of the Indian Ocean.
Treehotel – Sweden
Treehotel in Harads, Sweden, offers rooms hanging from trees, including a giant bird’s nest, a UFO-shaped room, and a mirrored cube that blends into the forest. It’s a dream come true for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort – Finland
In Finland’s Lapland, Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort offers glass igloos where guests can watch the Northern Lights from their beds. The rooms are heated, and the snowy landscape creates a magical winter wonderland experience.
Palacio de Sal – Bolivia
This hotel, located on the vast Salar de Uyuni salt flats, is made entirely of salt, including the walls, furniture, and even the beds. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the endless white landscape and experience a stay like no other.
Das Park Hotel – Austria
Das Park Hotel in Austria features rooms inside giant concrete pipes. These repurposed sewer pipes are surprisingly cozy, with a bed, light, and storage. Guests pay whatever they feel is fair, making it an unusual and affordable experience.
Propeller Island City Lodge – Germany
Located in Berlin, Germany, this artistic hotel has some of the strangest rooms in the world. Guests can sleep in a floating bed, a room with upside-down furniture, or even a prison cell. Each room is designed with a different surreal theme.
Hotel Costa Verde – Costa Rica
This Costa Rican hotel features a converted Boeing 727 airplane turned into a luxury suite. The plane sits on a platform in the jungle, giving guests an amazing view of the surrounding rainforest and wildlife.
