The 10 strangest hotels in the world

We have compiled a list of some of the most special, unique and unusual hotels from around the world. The 10 strangest hotels in the world.

It can be found at Bavaria to Zanzibar.

Wherever your travels take you, whatever you have in mind: for almost every desire, no matter how fantastic, there is a suitable hotel.

We take you on a journey through the 10 most unusual hotels in the world.

10. Sand Hotel in England

Let's start our list with the world's most ephemeral hotels – The Sandy Hotel on Weymouth Beach in England.

The place is a hotbed of sandcastle builders: the sand sculptures on Weymouth Beach are noisy.

In addition to the magnificent massive sculptures, the hotel was built by an entire team consisting of the world's best sandcastle builders.

1000 tons of sand were used in this case and a wall was formed along with the high castle walkway, decorations and towers.

The interior consists of sand beds and a full lounge area also made of sand.

The hotel offers a night under the stars, including a sea view, for £10 upwards.

But the only drawback is that the castle builders did not build toilets.

Sand Hotel

9. Salt Hotel in Bolivia

Our second hotel lives up to its name. All the walls are made of salt blocks, even the floor is sprinkled with salt crystals.

About a million salt blocks were built into the hotel, even for the furniture and ceilings, salt is used.

Located on a hill in the village of Colchani, one has a great view of the famous salt lake.

In fact, the salt hotel is unique in the world and offers one thing: peace and relaxation in the middle of the salt. You can feel the blood circulation in your body.

For further relaxation there is a large saltwater pool and sauna.

A night's stay costs around $150, but the experience is worth the price.

Salt Hotel in Bolivia

8. Hanging Tent Hotel in Bavaria, Germany

Do you want to spend the night outside in the fresh air? If yes, you have come to the right place.

But beware if you have a fear of heights, “sleeping in the tree” is a style of hanging tent hotel.

Here you can sleep in so-called tents suspended from the thick branches of free-standing trees.

The sleeping tent hangs from the branches of the dense tree, and ascending and descending is done by rope.

It costs $300 per night and offers a breathtaking view of the trees, mountains and nature around it.

This makes it one of the 10 strangest hotels in the world.

Hanging tents hotel

7. Magic Mountain Hotel in Chile

This hotel is located in the Huilo Huilo Reserve in Patagonia, Chile.

Here life is like in The Lord of the Rings: on a grassy hill in the forest.

The hotel is built like a mountain and can only be reached via a suspension bridge, surrounded by a dense forest area in Chile.

The construction is made exclusively of sustainable, high-quality materials and is in harmony with nature and the charm of the forest.

The cost of one room is equivalent to 215 US dollars.

This unique hotel is not only aimed at eco-tourists, but also at adventurous travelers looking for something special.

Magic Mountain Hotel

6. Tree Hotel in Sweden

Have you ever dreamed of having your own tree house since you were a child? Now that dream can come true in northern Sweden.

In the quiet village of Harada, a hotel room hangs six meters high from the trees.

The different rooms in the Tree Hotel were designed respectively by different architects.

One room is called the “Mirror Cube” and is particularly stunning because its outer sides are completely mirrored and the rooms are arranged entirely by reflections in the landscape.

Furthermore, to make this overlap as natural as possible, special UV paper was used to protect the birds about to fly.

However, this is also reflected in the price, which is around $550 per night.

Tree Hotel

5. Ice Hotel in Sweden

We stay in Sweden and take you where it's really cold.

The Ice Hotel is located on a massive 6,000 square metres of snow and ice.

Every year in November, the Ice Hotel is newly built by artists. The ice is polished, sanded and carved with the hotel rooms visible to guests.

Therefore, because of this effort, the hotel is among the most distinguished hotels in the world.

With its interior decorations made of snow and ice sculptures, it is also one of the most beautiful places to stay.

A very special feature is the hotel's own ice chapel where weddings are held.

Due to the cold temperature, the hotel is not suitable for children under 12 years old.

A weekend stay costs about $1,000, and about 50,000 visitors take the ice room each year.

ice hotel

4. Giraffe Hotel in Kenya

A hotel with wild animals tamed in their natural habitat is only available in Kenya.

Early in the morning, giraffes were frolicking near the hotel, because they knew there would be food.

On each breakfast table for guests, there is also food for animals; feeders are equipped at all windows and doors of the hotel.

This provides great interaction with the animals: you can pet them, take photos and maybe even get one of the famous giraffe kisses.

Overnight stay prices vary according to the season, however, they lie in the higher price ranges, as they are also backed by a foundation for the protection of graceful creatures.

Giraffe Hotel

3. Igloo Hotel in Finland

Igloo Hotel in Lapland, Finland.

You can experience a cozy glass igloo in a winter wonderland.

Some rooms are equipped with an outdoor pool.

With a little luck you can enjoy the northern lights even at night.

But even without the Northern Lights, the view of the starry sky over northern Finland is clear from your bed.

Furthermore, exciting snowmobiling tours are available, from husky dog riding to snowmobiling.

Prices start at $200 per night.

igloo hotel

2. Mine Hotel in Sweden

It offers a sleeping suite inside an underground silver mine.

Located about 120 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, it is the lowest hotel in the world.

What was once a silver mine, is now a 155-meter-deep hotel.

The administration advises to take warm clothes, because the temperature outside the hotel rooms in the tunnel is about three degrees.

Your cell phone won't have any reception there, but don't worry, thanks to the wireless devices; you'll be in constant contact with the surface.

Prices, depending on accommodation, range around 4290 SEK. The 10 strangest hotels in the world.

The Mine Hotel

1. Manta Underwater Rooms Hotel in Zanzibar

It is one of the most unique and strange hotels located on the Tanzanian coast.

It consists of 3 floors, and provides a wonderful view of the marine world with its fishes and seaweeds, and do not worry about breathing underwater as they provide everything one needs for an easy life, and one can take a sunbath as well.

The view of the underwater world of the Indian Ocean is crystal clear, and at night a few floating lights ensure a beautiful atmosphere.

At the same time, the dim light also attracts shy animals such as octopuses.

Accommodation costs for an underwater experience can run around $1,200.

Manta underwater hotel