Planning a trip for the coming months can be an exciting way to face the return to everyday life and tackle the Winter Blues with more motivation. So why not choose the most unique accommodations worldwide for your next destination?
For those seeking a new adventure beyond the ordinary, PiratinViaggio.it – this Italian platform, Italy’s most followed travel deals portal – has selected the 10 most “out of the box” accommodations where you can spend an unconventional night.
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1. The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
In 2024, the sun is expected to reach almost peak activity, providing more opportunities to admire the Northern Lights phenomenon. Staying in an ice hotel could make this moment even more fascinating: the Icehotel in the Swedish village of Jukkasjärvi, near the Arctic Circle, is the ideal place for this type of journey.
The suites are reconstructed each winter after the thaw by selected artists who skillfully work the ice to create true works of art.
The Icehotel is the world’s first ice hotel, but several others have been inspired by this construction, such as the Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos in Lapland with igloo rooms featuring transparent glass roofs to observe the Northern Lights.
2. The Crazy House in Da Lat, Vietnam
The “Crazy House” is located in the Vietnamese city of Da Lat and is known as the craziest accommodation in the world. The structure, designed by Vietnamese architect Dang Viet Nga, externally resembles surrealist artistic style. So much so that visitors are left disoriented: towering height, undulating surfaces, swirls of vibrant colors, and sculptures with natural motifs make it a true work of art depicting the variety and richness of planet Earth.
Inside, there are 10 rooms reflecting the “madness” outside, each hand-decorated to recreate various natural habitats: from forests to marine landscapes, passing through woods, caves, and scenarios inspired by the animal world.
3. The Lunotte in Sarah’s Vineyard in Veneto
For wine and relaxation enthusiasts, the “Vigna di Sarah” in Veneto offers the perfect experience: the opportunity to sleep inside a barrel amid the rows of a vineyard. The farmhouse has converted wine barrels into mini larch wood suites called “Lunotte”. The rooms meet all the needs and desires of guests.
Among the various activities offered by the facility, you can also take part in the “Night Harvest”. During this special evening you will be able to discover the secrets of grape harvesting illuminated by the moonlight.
4. An Overnight Stay at the Museum in London
To experience an evening as protagonists, the Natural History Museum in London offers the opportunity to book access to an unforgettable event: “Dino Snores for Grown-Ups,” a real “pajama party” for adults held inside the museum.
After setting up your mattress in Hintze Hall under the iconic blue whale, a dinner is organized in the facility’s restaurant. During the night, you can take part in various activities such as science shows, stand-up comedy, and movie marathons.
5. An Authentic Boeing 727 in Costa Rica
At first glance, it seems like a forgotten wreck in the Costa Rican jungle, but it actually houses a spectacular luxury hotel: the 727 Fuselage Home. The latter is one of the most unique accommodations in the world. It was built inside a 1960s Boeing 727 that was abandoned at the San Jose airport.
A great example of creative recycling, the Boeing has been placed in the lush jungle of Costa Rica on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and has been renovated to accommodate two spectacular bedrooms with a unique panoramic view.
6. The Capsules of the Hoxygen Hostel in Madrid
The Hoxygen Hostel is the first hotel in Madrid where you can rest in a small futuristic cabin equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, lighting, mirror, alarm clock, and USB charger.
It is a multifunctional space designed for tourists who want to experience the city of Madrid from another perspective. It is also available for those who need a few hours to recharge or work. You can book it for just a few hours!
7. The Poseidon Undersea Resort in the Fiji Islands
Situated 15 meters below sea level, this resort offers an enchanting holiday immersed in the stunning underwater world. Designed to meet submarine technical standards, the hotel rooms prioritize guest safety, ensuring a secure and unique accommodation experience.
You can sleep surrounded by the extraordinary variety of flora and fauna present in the coral reef. Furthermore, for the romantics, the resort allows you to organize your wedding inside the structure in an underwater chapel with a breathtaking backdrop: a stretch of colorful coral.
8. The Marmara Antalya Hotel in Turkey
The Marmara Antalya hotel is one of the most unique accommodations in the world due to its location. Sitting on the Hills of Thales overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, it offers a 360° unique experience. Literally: the “revolving loft rooms,” have been built to rotate for 20 hours a day, thus offering a constantly changing panoramic view.
It is the only hotel in the world to offer this type of accommodation, perfect for those who hate monotony.
9. The Giraffe Manor Boutique Hotel in Kenya
An iconic place in Nairobi, Kenya, this boutique hotel with a truly unusual feature: a roaming herd of Giraffes. In the lush park of the structure, Rothschild giraffes are free to roam around. They are ready to keep the hotel guests company and have breakfast together, entering with their long necks through the room windows.
Certainly one of the most unique accommodations in the world. It actively engages in the conservation of giraffe species, allows guests to experience a truly unique version of a safari. You can encounter local wildlife from the comfort of your own room.
10. The Secluded Suite Bleue in Viterbo
For those looking for accommodation away from the chaos, treehouses are the ideal place to wake up surrounded by greenery.
In particular, the Suite Bleue in Viterbo is one of the most enchanting in the whole Italian territory. Escape to La Piantata’s treehouse retreat, perched 8 meters above amidst lavender hills, promising a serene vacation with alluring scents.
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This article first appeared on Grazia.it – Author: Miriam Tagini
