Most popular unique hotels

Known as the city of royal palaces and shimmering lakes, Udaipur, in the heart of Rajasthan, is a fine location for The Oberoi Udaivilas – a traditional Indian palace. Come and walk through the complex courtyards, musical fountains, pools and lush gardens. The architecture was inspired by the old palaces …

Placed on Conde Nast Traveler’s hotel “Hot List 2017”, the Rajmahal Palace is truly a sight to be seen in Jaipur, India. Not just rich in beauty, this palace is rich in history as well. Once the official residence of the British Resident Political Officer of Rajputana, the palace has …

The Mekong River is the 12th longest river in the world. It begins in Tibet and flows through six countries all the way to the sea. In the section that flows through Laos, barges have long been used on the river as the main source of transportation for traders and …

Two hours from Milan and Venice, you’ll find the Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli, built in 1892 on the western shore of Lake Garda (Italy’s largest lake)! A short walk from the center of the small town of Gargnano, this elegant peach-colored hotel in a neo-Gothic villa is a bit …

Set along the Ayung River in Bali, Green Village is a community of fifteen unique bamboo houses designed and hand-constructed by the Ibuku team. Elora Hardy, the founder of Ibuku, spent decades working with bamboo, a beautiful, strong, versatile, and flexible material. Over the years, she and her team constructed …

This sustainable resort on Japan's tropical island opened in 2021 after seven years in the making, hoping to attract people's attention with its cool-looking and eco-friendly treehouses. Okinawa's jungle treehouse getaway is competing to become one of the most Instagrammable places in the world, and if you scroll down to …

The Upper House is named so because it sits on top of Pacific Place, a shopping complex in Hong Kong. The hotel’s 117 studios and suites are spacious, decorated with natural materials like glass, wood, limestone, and gorgeous bathrooms. While not lavish and grandiose, The Upper House offers tons of …

This boutique hotel in Laguna Beach, California is a special design hotel created by the famous Horst Architects. They have created a contemporary design in conversation with the quaint aesthetics of Laguna Beach. They used reclaimed wood from buildings demolished in east LA, over 100 years old. The garden seems …

A veteran hotelier’s wife gives birth to a child on a starry night. And when the proud father looks past the waving arms and feet into that child’s eyes, he was forever changed. This is roughly what happened to make the Dutch duo, Marco and Sam open a hotel aiming …

Hotel Tjampuhan & Spa calls the ravishing ravines of Bali its home. Nestled among the foothills of Ubud, the accommodations are an artful blend of German-inspired luxury amid a pristine monkey forest. This historical reserve is home to the Temple of Death, but a relaxing massage in the hotel’s spa …

Japan doesn't shy away from weird and quirky concepts, and Hoshino Resorts' countryside resort is no exception. You would expect a farm stay to have cottages and maybe luxurious tents. But not here. Tomamu the Tower is a set of skyscrapers amid pristine nature. Tomamu consists of two buildings, and …

Located in Puerto Bories, Chile, this five-star hotel is the former home of a cold storage plant on the banks of the Última Esperanza Sound. This 57-room hotel, set on 100 acres lining the Last Hope Fjord (a.k.a. a valley formed by glacial activity), was built using sustainable materials and …

Set in the heart of Yogyakarta, the Greenhost Boutique Hotel offers travelers a refreshing change from the traditional business hotel. Designed around the themes of innovation and sustainability, this hotel inspires every guest to live more cleanly and minimize their ecological impact as part of a cooperative effort. These ideals …

A holiday at the Eco Lodge Refugio Marnes means that you will be surrounded by the tranquil Spanish countryside and immersed in the simple life of the Finca. Set on 50 acres, this traditional estate is nestled in its own private valley on Costa Blanca. It provides the perfect rural …

The Old Smock Mill was originally constructed at the beginning of the 19th century. The recent renovation aimed to keep as much of the original workings as possible. Around the first floor runs the newly re-built exterior oak staging, used as a balcony to enjoy the marvelous sunsets and British …

Located at the Matheran Hill Station around 90km from Mumbai, The Verandah in the Forest is a 19th Century colonial bungalow originally built by an Englishman who no-doubt sported the Nietzsche-style mustache in vogue at the time. Overman or not you will find the surroundings delightful and the location, high …

Fiftyone is an automatic hotel which means there is no concierge, no receptionist, and definitely no yoga teachers. You book your room online and check-in using a computer that ejects an electric keycard. The hotel only provides you with a room that has an LCD TV, high-speed internet, and bathroom …

The Marriot chain of hotels is known for its luxurious accommodations, a wide array of services, and extraordinary hospitality. The Henry Hotel, part of Marriot’s Autograph Collection, is situated in a prime locale of Dearborn, Michigan. The hotel focuses on providing a beautifully modern facility and excellent customer service for …

The Daintree Eco Lodge has won dozens of awards and is recognized as one of the best eco lodge destinations in the world. Set in the world’s oldest rainforest (it has existed continuously for 110 million years) and drawing inspiration from the Aboriginal culture that grew up there, the Eco …

Hampton Court is one of only two surviving palaces once owned by the legendary English king, Henry VIII. In fact, it was originally meant for the king’s favorite, Thomas Wolsey but he fell from grace and was executed. Since then the palace had been owned by the royal family although …