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From a salt hotel in the desert to a Boeing 727 aircraft, these exceptional hotels offer a completely different perspective on accommodations around the globe.
Discover the 7 Most Extraordinary Hotels Globally
1. Manta Resort, Pemba Island, Zanzibar
Manta Resort is an excellent choice for those seeking a getaway from the hustle and bustle, with beach villas situated on a remote island surrounded by pristine waters.
Choose an underwater room for a unique sleeping experience beneath the surface, surrounded by colorful coral reefs visible through the windows. At night, underwater lights attract fish and octopuses.
On the floor above sea level, there's a simple living room and bathroom, and the rooftop is the perfect place to sunbathe or gaze at the Milky Way at night.
2. Golden Crown Levin Iglut, Levi, Finland
Eighteen glass igloos create an ideal setting for couples wanting to admire the Northern Lights. Located about 10km from the resort town of Levi, Finland, each snow igloo comes with a kitchen, a full bathroom, and a double bed conveniently positioned for aurora viewing.
The windows are insulated and heated to prevent fogging, and of course, there are room curtains for privacy when needed.
3. Hang Kokopelli, Farmington, New Mexico
Hang Kokopelli is a unique hotel perched on the La Plata River Valley, curated by geologist Bruce Black.
Originally thought to be an office space, it was transformed into a luxurious hotel with a hot tub and waterfall shower, a fully-equipped kitchen, a living room with a fireplace, and a balcony bedroom overlooking the vast desert landscape. From here, guests can take day trips to Chaco Canyon or Mesa Verde National Park.
4. Costa Verde Hotel, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
Costa Verde Hotel utilizes a Boeing 727 transformed into a luxurious two-bedroom retreat. While the exterior of the plane appears nearly untouched, the interior is entirely clad in teak wood. Windows offer views of the lush rainforest and ocean, with a canopy deck built on the wing section for scenic observation.
The bedrooms feature air conditioning and private bathrooms. Dine indoors in the kitchen or indulge in local cuisine and drinks at El Avion, the hotel's restaurant and bar set within a C-123 Fairchild cargo plane that served in the Iran conflict in the 1980s.
5. Nomad's Bliss Village, Karakol, Kyrgyzstan
Experience traditional Kyrgyzstan life in one of the three large yurts at Nomad's Bliss Village. Surrounded by summer flower gardens, each traditionally-built yurt has a heated floor and a circular layout accommodating up to 5 people. Simple interiors with vibrant rugs and traditional wall designs.
The hotel features a large shared bathroom with multiple showerheads. Breakfast includes homemade bread and jams served in a communal tent. During the day, you can explore rural mountain regions on horseback with the multilingual owner who speaks English, German, and Russian. In winter, enjoy snow skiing at the Karakol Ski Resort just a 20-minute drive away.
6. Palacio de Sal Salt Hotel, Uyuni, Bolivia
Palacio de Sal is a luxurious hotel nestled in Bolivia's Uyuni Desert made entirely from salt sourced from the renowned Uyuni salt flats. Nearly everything in this hotel is crafted from salt, including the building and furnishings. Each of the 30 rooms is simple yet stylish, with wooden floors and adjustable-temperature bathrooms.
The beds and lounge chairs in the regular rooms are made of salt, but luxury pillows and blankets are provided for a comfortable rest. Meals include locally sourced food, salted lamb, salted chicken, or other Bolivian specialties.
7. Treehouse Lodge, Iquitos, Peru
For a unique sleeping experience amid the sounds of the Amazon rainforest, visit the Treehouse Lodge in Peru. To reach this hotel, take a one-hour boat ride from Iquitos, then climb into one of the 8 circular treehouses on the canopy. The treehouses have a diameter of about 5m with screens, curtains, and mosquito nets.
All treehouses have walkways leading to a central treehouse where meals are served in a Peruvian style. You can spot monkeys, squirrels, toucans, sloths, and other forest inhabitants around this resort. Daily guided tours take visitors to see river dolphins and visit indigenous villages.
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourNovember 4, 2016
