http://www.icehotel.com/Winter/Home/">Ice Hotel SWEDEN http://www.icehotel.com/Winter/Home/">
If cold weather is
your thing, then bundle up and enjoy a stay at the Ice Hotel in Sweden.
Made up of over 6,000 square feet of ice and snow, it's the largest -
and the original - ice hotel in the world. Guests sleep in a thermal
sleeping bag on a special bed built of snow and ice, on reindeer skins.
In the morning, a cup of hot lingonberry juice is brought to their
bedside. After enjoying a good (?) night's sleep on a bed of snow, that
morning delivery should be quite a delight. With an average temperature
of 17 degrees Fahrenheit, bring lots of layers, or just visit the
Absolut ICE bar and drink some vodka to stay toasty - in more ways than
one.
http://www.icehotel.com/Winter/Home/ - http://www.icehotel.com/
http://travel.vsnl.com/palmland/treehouse">Green Magic Treehouses KERELA, INDIA
If
you longed for a tree house getaway as a child, the Green Magic
Treehouses in Kerela, India may be a long awaited dream come true. The
houses are built in trees 90 feet high, and nestled in a tropical
rainforest. They come complete with running water in private baths,
telephones, and if you're feeling extra adventurous - access to a
hanging bridge. All of the houses are made of Eco- friendly materials,
and run by alternate energy sources, avoiding conventional electricity
power. This, coupled with the beautiful abundance of flora and fauna,
make for a beautiful and unique place to stay.
http://travel.vsnl.com/palmland/treehouse - http://www.propeller-island.com/index.html"> http://www.themaritimehotel.com/index.html"> http://www.propeller-island.com/index.html - BERLIN, GERMANY
The
Propeller Island City Lodge in Berlin, Germany, much like the
Kunsthotel in the same city, is a gallery-like hotel. Its 31 rooms are
named, not numbered, according to their design theme. At the lodge, you
can choose to sleep in a coffin, a castle bed, or perhaps a strikingly
orange room. Equally unique are rooms with slanted floors, wave-like
walls, and caged beds. More like a mind trip than a vacation stay, the
City Lodge is best suited for travelers who prefer a bit of adventure.
http://www.propeller-island.com/index.html - http://www.jailbackpackers.com/home.htm">The Old Jail Mount MOUNT GAMBIER, AUSTRALIA
If
you've ever spent a night in jail you probably don't want to go back.
However, for the do-gooders that may never get there - The Jail in
Australia is just the place to get locked up for the night, sans the
legal fees and court appearance. This old prison in Mount Gambier has
been transformed into a lodging aimed at budget travelers. Considering
guests will have to eat in the mess hall and sleep next to a toilet,
it's pretty safe to say that anyone with more than budget needs should
steer clear of The Jail.
http://www.jailbackpackers.com/home.htm -
http://www.dasparkhotel.net/index.php"> http://www.dasparkhotel.net/index.php"> http://www.dasparkhotel.net/index.php - LINTZ, AUSTRIA
In
the middle of a public park in Lintz, Austria lie 3 drainpipes. So,
what does this have to do with bizarre hotels? You mean you don't want
to stay in a drainpipe? Perhaps if you named your own price, would it
sweeten the deal? The team at Dasparkhotel seems to think so. The
drainpipes have been converted into mini guest rooms that consist of a
double bed, a bedside table and a lamp. While your stay in the
drainpipe will be far from lavish, it will surely make for a ridiculous
travel story.
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http://www.imperialhotels.com/boathouse/index.html">Imperial Boat House HOTEL CHEONG MON BEACH, CHINA
The
Imperial Boat House Hotel, located on a Cheong Mon Beach in Thailand,
is comprised of 34 authentic teakwood rice barges that have been
converted into luxury beachfront suites. The transformed barges are
hoisted up onto the shore to give travelers the feeling that they've
just docked their own private yacht onto their very own island. Each
two-story suite features a sunbathing deck, living room, dining area,
sky-lit bathroom and luxurious bedroom. In keeping with the vessel
theme, the hotel's pool is shaped like a boat.
http://www.imperialhotels.com/boathouse/index.html%20 -
http://www.poseidonresorts.com/poseidon_main.html - FIJI
By
early 2009, travelers will have the opportunity to stay at the
grandiose Poseidon Undersea Resort. Nestled forty feet below the
surface of the clear blue Fijian Lagoon, the underwater suites will be
accessible by elevator. 70 percent of each suite is enveloped in
Acrylic walls that allow for spectacular views of the ocean. Guests are
invited to interact with the surroundings. At the push of a button the
fish are fed, and a flip of a switch turns on the sparkling underwater
lights.
http://www.poseidonresorts.com/poseidon_main.html - http://www.poseidonresorts.com/
http://www.capsuleinn.com/%20"> http://www.capsuleinn.com/ - TOKYO, JAPAN
Think
you've stayed in an efficiency room? Well, the Japanese are a bit more
efficient than that. The Capsule Inn provides more of well - a capsule,
than a room. While the Inn provides a public lounge space, including
bathrooms, guests stay in a capsule unit. These capsules, which are
made of reinforced plastic, have all the required amenities, like TV,
radio, lighting, and alarm clock access. While you may be asking,
required amenities for who? a quick stay in the Capsule Inn just might
make you long for an all access capsule of your own.
http://www.capsuleinn.com/ - http://www.imperialhotels.com/boathouse/index.html"> http://www.privateislandsonline.com/utter-inn.htm">Utter Inn SWEDEN
At
the Utter Inn, guests literally sleep with the fishes. Swedish Sculptor
and Artist, Mikal Genberg designed the Utter Inn that floats atop Lake
Malaran. Guests are taken out in an inflatable boat to a small red
house and then left alone to delve deep into the water to where they
will spend the night. Far from ordinary, the Utter Inn is sure to be
more of an aquatic adventure than a hotel stay.
http://www.privateislandsonline.com/utter-inn.htm - http://www.privateislandsonline.com/utter-inn.htm
http://www.winvian.com/">Winvian Cottages LITCHFIELD HILLS, CONNECTICUT
The
cottages at the Winvian in Litchfield Hills, CT are an unusual, yet
quiet resort-style getaway. Designed by fifteen different architects,
each cottage has a unique theme and comes outfitted with luxurious
amenities, such as spa inspired bathrooms. The Helicopter cottage is a
17,000 pound restored 1968 Sikorsky Sea King helicopter with operating
lights and controls that simulates flying over the New England
countryside. Among the other cottage themes are a tree house and a
greenhouse, a Beaver Lodge that has an actual dam above the bed, and
the Davinci Code-like Secret Society cabin. Despite the upscale
services and the posh rates (between $1,500- $2,000 including all meals
and drinks), the Winvian is just one big countryside playhouse.
http://www.winvian.com/ - http://www.winvian.com/
http://www.luggageonline.com/#"> http://www.mcmenamins.com/index.php?loc=57&category=Location%20Homepage - PORTLAND, OREGON
Have
you ever experienced the went to school in your underwear nightmare? At
McMenemins Kennedy School hotel, that nightmare becomes a reality. The
Kennedy School, a historic elementary school, has been converted into a
delightful little place to stay while visiting the Portland area. Each
room, fashioned from original schoolrooms, contains a chalkboard and
comes fitted with a phone, Internet connection, and even a private
bath. Couple those amenities with an in-house restaurant, movie
theatre, and brewery, and you've got a truly unique hotel without
sacrificing any conveniences during your stay. http://www.mcmenamins.com/index.php?loc=57&category=Location%20Homepage -
http://www.burj-al-arab.com/">Burj Al- Arab DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Looking
for another sea themed hotel? Just hop aboard a flight to Dubai and
visit the Burj Al- Arab (Arabic for the Tower of the Arabs). The luxury
hotel resembles a billowing white sail that stands over 1,000 feet tall
on a man made island. Designed to be to Dubai what the Eiffel Tower is
to Paris, it was once marketed as the world's only 7 star hotel. So it
is not surprising that Burj-Al-Arab is also among the world's most
expensive hotels.
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http://www.hotelfox.dk/">Hotel Fox COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Created
by Volkswagen in an effort to promote a car, Hotel Fox, is a creative
and cool hotel located in the center of Copenhagen, Denmark. Twenty-one
artists were commissioned to design sixty-one rooms, which are not so
much theme oriented, but rather they share an over the top, kitsch
appeal. The service provided by the hotel is equally special. Guests
can enjoy a flat screen TV panel in their room, and a twist on the
standard mini-bar. Minibar-bags or more specifically - the Hangoverbag,
Moviebag, Loversbag are provided to suit different occasions, as well
as your very own customized bag. Trendy and plush, the Fox Hotel is
certainly a journey to be taken when staying in Denmark.
http://www.hotelfox.dk/ -
http://www.lazymeadow.com/">Kate's Lazy Meadow Motel MT. TREMPER, NEW YORK
Kate
Pierson, member of the quirky rock band the B-52's, created an equally
quirky cabin getaway in the Catskill Mountains of New York. Kate's Lazy
Meadow features mind-blowing mid-century modern/space
age/rocket-your-socks-off decor The grooviest of suites contains two
bedrooms and a full service 50's style kitchen - turquoise refrigerator
and all. The motel is located on nine beautiful acres and one lazy
meadow, so that guests here are surrounded by more than just fun
knick-knacks.
http://www.lazymeadow.com/%20 - http://www.woodlynpark.co.nz/"> http://www.woodlynpark.co.nz/">Woodlyn Park Motels WAITOMO, NEW ZEALAND
Planes,
Trains, and Hobbit Motels? Woodlyn Park in Waitomo, NZ offers three
unique lodging options. A 1950's railcar and a Bristol Fighter plane
have been refurbished and transformed into small self-contained motel
units. The Hobbit Motel resembles an authentic hobbit hole built into
the side of the mountain. The entertainment provided at any of the 3
Woodlyn Park motels is equally bizarre. Guests are invited to enjoy a
sheep shearing and fun with bush animals, such as the kiwi bear or the
dancing pig.
http://www.woodlynpark.co.nz/ - http://www.altontowers.com/hotels/choose_alton_suites.asp">Alton Towers ENGLAND
Alton
Towers, England's most famous theme park, features 8 roller coasters, 3
water rides, and several themed hotel suites. Among the available
themes are Peter Rabbits burrow, Arabian nights, Two Chocolate suites,
and one totally cool - perfectly pink - Sleepover Suite. For the
ultimate girls night in' (at around 550 US dollars a night) the
Sleepover Suite comes equipped with a theatrical dressing area packed
with makeup, state of the art entertainment system, and soundproof
walls - for the karaoke of course. Whimsical and fun, Alton Towers is
the ultimate destination for families traveling to the U.K.
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http://www.helgasfolly.com/">Helga's Folly SRI LANKA
Touted
as a way of life rather than a hotel, Helga's Folly, (formerly Hotel
Chalet) is a 40-room boutique hotel in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Run by Helga
herself, the hotel was designed by her family in the 1930's. Buddhist
relics, Ancient statues, murals, and elaborate shrines, coupled with
modern kitsch make up the overall grandiose decor of Helga's Folly.
Guests are invited to explore, enjoy the 1930's jazz tunes that are
played throughout, and soak up the way of life.
http://www.helgasfolly.com/%20 -
http://www.rainforesttreehouses.com.au/">Fur n' Feathers Rainforest Tree Houses AUSTRALIA
Luxury
and tree hugging usually don't go hand in hand. The Fur n' Feathers
Rainforest Tree Houses in Australia manage to combine the two. This
beautiful accommodation is a wildlife sanctuary, located on more than
100 acres of endangered rainforest. Guests lodge in the luxury pole
houses that overlook the Ithaca River, which offer privacy and
seclusion. A stay at Fur n' Feathers provides a retreat from the stress
of daily life with a unique, eco-friendly twist.
http://www.rainforesttreehouses.com.au/ - http://www.luggageonline.com/#"> http://www.luise-berlin.com/en/hotel/bel-etage.htm">Kunst Hotel BERLIN, GERMANY
If the term theme hotel evokes images of champagne hot tubs and vibrating beds,
one visit to the Kunsthotel in Berlin will change that. Each room in
this gallery-like hotel is whimsically designed by a renowned artist to
fit a different theme, era, or location. Rooms dedicated to Edward
Hopper, Audrey Hepburn and Vincent Van Gogh are among the choices.
Others have broader themes, like specific literary works, the color
yellow, or shoe fetishes. With more than fifty rooms and an art
gallery, the Kunsthotel, is a feast for the eyes and a treat to all
travelers interested in the arts.
http://www.luise-berlin.com/en/hotel/bel-etage.htm - http://www.hoteldenesleparis.com/ - Hotel de Nesle PARIS, FRANCE
The
city of Paris still holds some of its Bohemian charm. This charm, along
with the works of the writers and painters of old world Paris, are
preserved in the Hotel de Nesle. This quaint budget hotel's rooms are
adorned with painted frescoes based on historical events and literary
themes. Guests can choose to sleep in rooms designed in homage to the
writer Moliere, the Notre Dame de Paris, or in the romantic Heloise
room. Luxury lovers beware, the Hotel de Nesle is void of elevators and
phones so you can forget about room service. Travelers who have few
needs and a love for the arts would better appreciate this hotel and
all of its delights.
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