251 Unique Hotels in North America

An ode to times long before the digital age, The Collective Paper Factory in Long Island City, NY, lies at the crossroads of the Kaufman Arts District and Astoria in the borough of Queens. This is the co-living company’s first space in the United States. The 100-year-old building was once …

If you’re traveling to Whistler, Canada’s prime skiing resort, Pangea Pod is a good choice for accommodation that’s both well-located and affordable. Situated just 200 meters from Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas and right on the Village Stroll, Pangea is right in the center of all the ski and – more …

Clayoquot repeatedly snatches top industry awards. Top 10 Canada Resorts, World’s Most Sustainable Hotel, Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List… the list goes on. And it’s hardly a surprise giving the owners commitment to every detail which manifests itself already at arrival with a welcome champagne and hors d’oeuvres. If you’re …

You might have guessed it from the name: this hotel is for all the geeks out there. Referring to Albert Einstein's famous equation, EMC2 is an art-and-science-themed hotel “geared toward both left- and right-brained guests” for a unique experience. The concept behind EMC2 was inspired by Northwestern Chicago, where the …

Spread over 4,600 acres just outside Branson, Missouri, Big Cedar Lodge was started by Johnny Morris as a place for his customers to test fishing boats. Today, it’s an extensive complex of lodges, cottages, cabins… and a one-stop-shop for holiday entertainment. The list of retreat activities goes on and on …

Red Caboose Motel in Strasburg, Pennsylvania, is a place with a history. In fact, so much history that there’s an entire book devoted to the place (you can pick it up in the gift shop). Long story short, it all started when Donald M. Denlinger placed a half-hearted bid on …

Azulik is a magical boutique hotel that has captured the attention of travelers from all over the world. The reason is clear—a stay at this organically constructed seaside place is a one-of-a-kind experience. The construction harmoniously coexists with the ecosystem and complements the beauty of the Mayan jungle, filled with …

Earthship is not a hotel but a new sustainable way of life. Created by Earthship Biotecture, these eco-lodgings are unlike any other. While Earthships can be found in all 50 states and more than 20 countries, there is only one site on which you can book a stay. Located in …

This place is pretty damn exclusive for something called Public Hotel. Actually, forget exclusive. This place is fabulous. But despite its extravagant looks, Public Hotel is very decently priced (if you can say that anything is decently priced in New York). The modest pricing is a conscious choice of Ian …

Opened in 1928, Beverly Wilshire has been popular with celebrities for almost a century now, thanks to its popular location at Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills. It hosted President Barack Obama, Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and many more distinguished guests, some of whom were fictional. It was here that the characters …

Those treehouse hotels never stop surprising you! You think you’ve seen it all, and then another one pops up, even crazier than the previous ones, like the O2 TreTreehouse. Look at this pinecone-shaped beauty! Dustin Feider built his first geodesic treehouse for a thesis project at Minneapolis College of Art …

Located in Coral Gables, southwest of Downtown Miami, this beautiful historic hotel is famous for its luxury and ghostly past. Built in 1926, the idea behind the Biltmore Hotel was to provide a luxury epicenter of sports and fashion for the wealthy crowds that came to holiday in the area. …

Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station is housed within America’s first “union station” in Indianapolis. This unique hotel offers 273 guest rooms; the most popular feature is the 26 authentic Pullman train car rooms. Still set on their original tracks, the …

Situated at the legendary beaches of the Bahia de Banderas in Nuevo Vallarta, the Hard Rock Hotel is an all-inclusive resort with a wild heart. The two beachfront pools come with bar service with unlimited drinks, as it should for the rock star you are! After a long night out, …

The historic United Artists Building, designed by Mary Pickford, was constructed as a film studio in the center of L.A. back in 1927. It was the tallest building in the city for one year after its completion. The building stands as a shining monument to the American artistic spirit and …

When you think of Williamsburg, New York, you probably think of chic boutiques, art galleries, and great nightlife. With the all-present cool vibe, the Williamsburg Hotel lives and breathes the atmosphere of Brooklyn’s hip neighborhood. This place is a great start if you want to fully emerge yourself in the …

In the Fredericksburg city of Texas, you’ll find a hangar which is indeed a hotel – Hangar Hotel. Designed to resemble a WWII hangar, this hotel has fine wood and granite finishing and has many airplane memorabilia, model planes, and other things related to USO history. The mahogany furniture of …

Kick-started in 1927, The Shady Dell Vintage Trailer Court in Bisbee town of Arizona in the USA has come a long way as a provider of trailer and camping spaces along Highway 80. A unique stay awaits you here in vintage boats and trailers from the 20th century. Whether you …

Centrally located in Reno, Nevada, in the United States of America, Whitney Peak Hotel is the only non-gaming, non-smoking, independent hotel in the city. Whether you’re looking to visit the Truckee River Walk or the Reno Arch, everything is at a stone’s throw distance from the hotel. With 310 guestrooms …

Stay and play. That's the motto at the Dream Downtown hotel located in the very heart of New York City. The luxury passenger ship-inspired metal facade with porthole riddled windows is an exciting sight to behold. The interior keeps impressing with its daring contemporary design and good vibe. Talk of …