For travelers looking for a bit of luxury and uniqueness when booking their accommodations, the world has no shortage of boutique hotels, private rentals, and exclusive resorts to satisfy even the most discerning of guests. From Italy to the United Kingdom, here are the most unique hotels in the world:
Icehotel in Sweden
Tucked away in the Swedish village of Jukkasjärvi lies Icehotel, a hotel and artwork made entirely out of frozen natural materials. Opened each year from December to April, this hotel has been a popular vacation spot for adventurous visitors seeking a memorable and remarkable experience. From creatively designed snow sculptures to igloos and bedrooms, Icehotel offers a variety of unique overnight guestrooms and activities such as husky safaris and Northern Lights tours.
Treehouse Lodge in Costa Rica
Perched in the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest, Treehouse Lodge offers a unique lodging experience like no other. Guests can stay in one of their luxury tree houses, surrounded by lush jungle foliage and an mesmerizing canopy of stars, while they explore the magnificent surroundings full of life. From bungalow-style tree house lodges to five-star penthouse suites, this one-of-a-kind accommodation offers a secluded getaway without compromising the luxuries of a regular hotel stay.
The Library Hotel in New York City
Located in Manhattan’s Midtown East neighborhood, The Library Hotel offers a unique twist on traditional accommodation. Featuring 10 floors of custom-crafted rooms, each floor is dedicated to a particular category of books from Art, Music, History and Culture. A 47,000-volume collection is featured in the hotel in the form of personalized libraries for guests. The Library Hotel also offers an in-house restaurant and bar, as well as an outdoor terrace for a 24/7 service.
Palacio de Sal in Bolivia
Kick up your feet at Palacio de Sal, the world’s first hotel made of salt. Located in the Bolivian salt flats of Uyuni, this unique hotel offers guests the chance to stay in one of its artistically designed salt rooms and experience living amongst the largest salt flats in the world. The walls and furniture in the hotel are all made of salt blocks and feature a mini bar, restaurant, lounge area, gift shop and even a spa.
The Manta Resort in Pemba Island, Zanzibar
Set afloat on a tropical island in the Indian Ocean is The Manta Resort, a unique hotel experience off the coast of Tanzania. Guests at the resort have the option of staying in an aptly named “Underwater Room” – a three-storey living space with an underwater bedroom. Sitting 4m below the ocean’s surface provides guests to be surrounded by schools of colorful fish and other marine life as they drift off to sleep.
Crocosaurus Cove in Australia
For a unique hotel experience with an element of adventure thrown in, Crocosaurus Cove in Australia is the ideal place. Located in the heart of Darwin, this conservation-based attraction is home to the Cage of Death, the World’s largest saltwater crocodile experience, where adventure seekers can come face-to-face with the giant Australian reptiles. But the fun doesn’t stop there; the hotel offers a variety of uniquely designed cabins that provide guests the chance to witness the closest thing to a safari in Australia.
Hotel Kakslauttanen in Finland
In the village of Saariselka in Finland is Hotel Kakslauttanen, where guests truly go back in time – to the age of glaciers. This one-of-a-kind igloo resort brings guests to the center of the northern tundra, with a chance to stay in luxurious beds surrounded by glass, offering spectacular views of the Aurora Borealis. Seamlessly fusing the utmost comfort into a unique and enchanting winter wonderland, Hotel Kakslauttanen provides an unforgettable experience of Finland’s magnificent scenery.
Burj Al Arab in Dubai
Dubai is home to some of the most exceptional architectural marvels in the world, but one of its grandest is the Burj Al Arab. Regarded as the world’s only seven-star hotel, the Burj Al Arab offers captivating all-suite accommodations, world-class hospitality and a stunning rooftop, granting stunning views of the shimmering Dubai skyline. The sleek interior design and luxury amenities of this iconic hotel provide guests with the ultimate bespoke luxury experience.
Chateau de Cortis in France
Situated in a quaint village in South of France is the Chateau de Cortis, a luxurious and regal hotel built out of lavender stone, laced with vineyards and olive trees. With only four suites, guests are welcomed with an inviting ambiance in one of the most romantic settings in France. The rolling hills and distant horizon provide guests with peaceful moments of serenity, while the outstanding and tailored features of the hotel provide an unforgettable, one of a kind journey to France.
Travelers looking for the perfect place to rest and explore the world in a unique and luxurious way will never run out of options. From icy igloo lodges and tree houses in Costa Rica to regal chateaus and salt hotels in Bolivia, the world is filled with different accommodation options for the more adventurous and daring of visitors.
