World's 5 Most Bizarre Hotels: Extraordinary Accommodations That Defy Belief
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sleep inside a giant beagle, spend the night in a revolving room, or rest your head in a hotel made entirely of ice? The world of hospitality has evolved far beyond traditional luxury accommodations, creating some of the most extraordinary and bizarre hotel experiences imaginable.
These unconventional hotels offer much more than just a place to sleep – they provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences that challenge our expectations of what accommodation can be. From architectural marvels suspended in trees to underwater suites and rotating buildings, these unique properties represent the ultimate in experiential travel.
Whether you're seeking Instagram-worthy moments, unforgettable adventures, or simply want to escape the mundane world of standard hotel rooms, this collection of the world's most bizarre hotels will inspire your wanderlust and expand your definition of luxury travel.
Five of Planet Earth’s Weirdest Hotels
The Mirrorcube
Location: Harads, Sweden
Camouflaged by a tree canopy, suspended around a the trunk of a tree is a lightweight metal cube, measuring 13ft wide by 13 ft high and 13 ft long, covered in ultraviolet one way mirrors to prevent birds flying into the glass, is The Mirrorcube. Accommodation is for two people, complete with double bed, bathroom, living room and a roof terrace. Accessible only by a rope bridge connected to the next tree.
Icehotel
Location: Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
Fancy a staying at a hotel where the entire building melts and has to be rebuilt from scratch every November? Then try the Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, where everything; the rooms, the bar, beds, chairs, tables, even the chapel are made entirely from snow and ice. Mind you, with an ambient temperature around minus 5 degrees Centigrade, it does get a bit chilly, so wrap up warm.
Marmara Antalya
Location: Antalya, Turkey
The Marmara Antalya is high in the Taurus Mountains in Turkey, with views over the city of Antalya and the Mediterranean Sea. Although the Marmara Antalya has 208 rooms you’ll need to book if you want to stay in the 24 room spinning loft. The loft floats in a massive water pool and electric motors turn it a full 360 degrees several times every day to give guests an ever-changing view from their window.
Dog Bark Park Inn
Location: Cottonwood, Idaho, USA
Like dogs? Then you’ll love staying this giant beagle-themed doghouse that sleeps up to four guests at a time! Its world’s biggest Beagle, and answers to the name “Sweet Willy!” Made of wood and painted stucco, Sweet Willy stands 30 feet high, 34 feet long, 14 feet wide, with flaps of carpeting for ears. Guests enter the giant dog through a balcony. An additional loft bedroom is inside Sweet Willy’s head, complete with a snug alcove built into the muzzle.
Spitbank Fort
Location: In the Solent off the coast of Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
Looking for a peaceful getaway and an island escape? Then look no further than Spitbank Fort! Located one mile out to sea just off the south coast of England; Spitbank Fort was originally built as a sea fortress back in 1867 to repel the French navy and has now been ingeniously restored as a luxury 9 bedroom spa hotel and retreat. Complete with a rooftop plunge pool and sauna, sea views, bar, sunbathing decks, restaurant, and even fire pits where you can watch the setting sun.
Planning Your Extraordinary Hotel Adventure
When choosing bizarre accommodations, consider the experience level you're seeking – from the luxury of a revolving penthouse to the rustic adventure of a treehouse cube. Many of these properties require advance booking due to limited capacity and high demand from experience-seeking travelers.
Weather conditions and seasonal availability can significantly impact your experience, particularly for properties like the Icehotel that depend on natural elements.
Pro Tip: Research the optimal visiting times to ensure you experience these remarkable hotels at their absolute best.