NEEDHAM, Mass., Aug. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/
-- TripAdvisor®, the travel planning
and booking site, today announced 10 of the world's quirkiest
hotels, ranked according to the quality and quantity of traveler
reviews and ratings from the past year. For travelers who want to
look beyond the conventional hotel room, TripAdvisor revealed these
highly-rated weird and wonderful hotels around the globe.
"Booking a stay at one of these outlandish hotels is sure to
give friends and family a serious case of FOMO. From a giant
beagle-shaped inn to a spherical treehouse, these unique hotels are
for travelers that want an experience that's truly out of the
ordinary," said Brooke Ferencsik,
senior director of communications for TripAdvisor.
Top 10 Quirky Hotels in the World:
1. Spitbank Fort, Portsmouth, U.K. – from $642 per night
This historic sea-fort-turned hotel is located in the Solent,
between the Isle of Wight and
England, and boasts eight luxury
suites, a bar, hot pool, sauna and amazing water views. The
experience is essentially a private island fort. One TripAdvisor
reviewer said, "Was a surprise weekend break, what a great treat to
such an interesting place. Picturesque sunset and sunrise if you
are lucky with the weather. Perfect for those who love the coast,
sea and all things nautical."
2. Dog Bark Park Inn, Cottonwood, Idaho, U.S. – from
$132 per night
Affectionately known as "Sweet Willy," the Dog Bark Park Inn is a
giant beagle-shaped hotel that stands almost 30 feet tall. Guests
enter via a second story deck to find a loft room in the head of
the dog, plus a cozy alcove in its muzzle. One TripAdvisor reviewer
said, "Frances and Dennis are artists, dog lovers, and hosts
extraordinaire. Out in the middle of Idaho, they have created an oasis. Everything
was delightful, including the B&B and the woodcarvings. It was
especially fun to bring my beagle to the Beagle Inn."
3. Free Spirit Spheres, Vancouver Island,
Canada – from $176 per night
This treehouse hotel in a rainforest on British Columbia's Vancouver Island is all
kinds of magical. Consisting of three large suspended wooden
globes, travelers can sleep among the branches, seen through large
circular windows. One TripAdvisor reviewer said, "My wife and I
stayed in Eryn and LOVED it. From the moment we arrived, we were
unable to wipe the grins off our faces. Staying in a sphere hanging
from a tree is magical."
4. Skylodge Adventure Suites, Urubamba,
Peru – from $405 per night
Not for the faint-hearted, Skylodge Adventure Suites is a
transparent pod that hangs from a mountain with incredible views of
the Urubamba Valley. For check-in,
guests must scale 400 meters Via Ferrata or hike a trail. Each
suite includes four beds, a dining area and a bathroom. One
TripAdvisor reviewer said, "I just descended from the Skylodge
Adventure Suites this morning via zip line after an overnight stay
in one of the capsules. This by far is one of the most memorable
things I have ever done, and I have traveled the world quite
extensively."
5. La Villa Cheminee de Tatzu Nishi,
Nantes, France – from $114 per night
A Japanese artist created this 15-meter lighthouse structure as a
nod to the nearby chimneys of the Cordemais power station. Sleeping
two, with a kitchen and wood-fired heater, the villa also has a
garden. One TripAdvisor reviewer said, "This small house perched on
top of a tower has absolutely breath-taking views of the Loire and
an amazing feeling of calm. We loved it, not a bad thing to say
about it. The perfect cosy nest to spend a night or two in
love."
6. The Aurora Express, Fairbanks, Alaska, U.S. – bookable on
TripAdvisor from $176 per night
The renovated Alaskan railroad carriages is a quaint bed and
breakfast, which sits on a hill overlooking Fairbanks. Each carriage is an individual
suite, each decorated to fit a different era in the Alaskan
railroad's history. One TripAdvisor reviewer said, "It is so cool
to sleep in a railroad car, and besides the 'wow!' impression we
got from the decor, we found the details remarkable. The bed was
divine--the best sleep we had out of five places we stayed on our
trip. What luxurious purple sheets!"
7. SiloStay, Little
River, New Zealand –
bookable on TripAdvisor from $159 per
night
Situated a quaint New Zealand
town, SiloStay is a group of converted grain silos, which are
typically found on farms filled with animal feed. The silos boast
eco-friendly features, such as sheep's wool insulation, eco-boilers
and showers heated with a pellet burner. One TripAdvisor reviewer
said, "This was such a fun and funky experience. Every aspect of
SiloStay is about environmental respect without any level of
preaching. There are just so many lovely touches."
8. Kumbuk River Eco-Extraordinaire, Buttala,
Sri Lanka – bookable on
TripAdvisor from $186 per
night
Deep in the Sri Lankan jungle, this hotel boasts five unique eco
lodges on the edge of the Yala National Park, home to wild animals.
The Elephant Villa – a traveler favorite – offers two huge bedrooms
and an open plan lounge on its upper deck, with a tree through the
middle of the bathroom. One TripAdvisor reviewer said, "The villa
is huge, enough to sleep 8 people. I loved Kumbuk River, it was
very beautiful and quiet, no TV's or internet – just a place to
unwind and relax and make the most of the stunning surroundings and
river."
9. Treehouse
Lodge, Paraiso, Peru – bookable on TripAdvisor from
$614 per night
This suspended treehouse is 67 feet above the Amazon and surrounded
by exotic wildlife. Travelers can access the 10 luxury rooms via
the wooden walkways, steps and bridges, high above the jungle
floor. One TripAdvisor reviewer said, "Nestled in the heart of the
Amazon, it's a small piece of paradise in the jungle. As you
can imagine the rooms in the treehouse are like no other hotel room
we have stayed in. Comfortable, beautifully finished, mosquito nets
both inside and out. The showers might be cold, but they are
definitely refreshing on a hot, muggy day!"
10. La Balade des Gnomes, Durbuy, Belgium – from $144 per night
Located in a 17th century Belgian town, La Balade des
Gnomes consists of 10 unique rooms, inspired by fairytales and
legends. Travelers' favorites include an actual giant Trojan horse
room and the Macquarie Island room, which has a boat bed floating
on water. One TripAdvisor reviewer said, "Most unusual hotel I've
ever stopped at. Has to be seen to be believed as no photos do it
justice. Fantastic design and construction architect must be pure
genius."
Prices accurate as of August 21,
2018.
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