Why go for uniformity when you can go for the unusual? Above all, travelers are looking for unique and original experiences that give meaning to their journey. For them, a hotel is no longer just a place to spend the night; they want to travel differently. Demanding, they seek out more exclusive ways to discover the world. And the hotels you are about to discover have understood this, as they are all very different. Get inspired by our selection.
1. Ice hotel - Sweden
Located in Jukkasjärvi on the banks of the Torne (the border river between Sweden and Finland), this is the first ice hotel ever built, with rooms at around -5°C andimpressive ice sculptures that are renewed every year.
2. Dog Bark Park Inn - Cottonwood, USA
Conceived and built by two sculptural artists, the Dog Bark Park Inn is a dog-shaped hotel in Cottonwood, Idaho, USA. It comprises just two large rooms. But they come with a hefty price tag.
3. No Man's Fort - England
A Victorian English fort was renovated and transformed into a 5-star establishment with a spa, heliport and even a cabaret. An ideal venue for events such as weddings and seminars.
4. Giraffe Manor - Kenya
It’s an African manor house with European architecture, where travelers are accompanied throughout their stay by beautiful and curious giraffes. Every year, it welcomes visitors from all over the world looking for an enchanting experience for young and old alike.
5. Taj Lake Palace - India
A legendary hotel. A true jewel on the water, the Taj Lake Palace is a white marble palace set on the water, a tribute to the maharanas of Udaipur. The hotel uses a boat to take guests to the hotel from a jetty.
6. Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp-Morocco
To experience the magic of the desert and bask in the hospitality of the Tuareg nomads in Morocco, there’s only one address: Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp. Just a few kilometers from M’hammid El Ghizlane, this luxury hotel is surrounded by sand dunes. It offers fixed tents in the middle of the desert, local gastronomy and a range of activities to delight the adventurous.
As you will have noticed, it’s important to draw on a variety of creative concepts to find your own hotel identity.
Now that you’ve been inspired, it’s up to you to make your hotel shine!