10 Straight-Out-Of-A-Fairytale Hotels Around The World
Spoiler Alert: There is a hotel made entirely of salt on this list
17 November 2016
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Life is too short to settle for the mundane and ordinary.
In case you’re planning to travel, we suggest you ditch the usual and explore the unusual. Whether you’re an experienced globetrotter or a new travel enthusiast, these 10 exotic hotels are so magical that you will leave your home in a heartbeat.
1. Giraffe Manor - Nairobi, Kenya
Located on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya, Giraffe Manor is home to 8 giraffes and let’s just say, we humans are their humble guests. Visitors at the Manor get to have breakfast with the Giraffes, take close up selfies and even chat from their windows - just like old pals.
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2. Ice Hotel - Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
The Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden will let you experience the White Walker life – plus good food and warm beds. Each year, ice is taken from the nearby Torne River to rebuild the entire place. From room décor to walls – everything is made of ice.
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3. Mountain Guest House - Berggasthaus Aescher, Switzerland
Quietly tucked away on the side of a mountain in the Swiss Alps, this 170-year-old masterpiece is the real deal for adrenaline junkies. The hotel clings to a vertical cliff and can only be accessed by a combination of cable car and hiking.
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4. Treehotel, Harads, Sweden
With large beds, eco-friendly rooms and free wi-fi - the Treehotel in Harads, Sweden offers a mystical and exotic stay. Each rotating room gives a full view of the forest and the surrounding countryside.
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5. Montaña Mágica Lodge, Huilo Huilo, Chile
Plucked straight out of a folklore, this mystical place is a man-made volcano with a stunning waterfall cascading down its side. The five-floor hotel has an eco-friendly decor in its 13 small rooms.
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6. The Salt Hotel – Palacio de Sal, Bolivia
Dubbed as the most ‘seasoned’ hotel of the world, Palacio de Sal is made entirely of salt. The walls, floors, ceilings and even the furniture is constructed out of 1 million 35-cm (14-inch) salt blocks.
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7. Kakslauttanen Hotel, Saariselkä, Finland
Situated in the heart of Santa’s city, the Kakslauttanen Holiday resort is known for its starry night time experience.Visitors can stay in one of the 20 glass igloos that are equipped with sauna baths, kitchen and cosy beddings.
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9. Cocoa Island in The Maldives Islands
This luxury island resort has over 33 over-water suites that allow guests to dive, snorkel and swim in the turquoise lagoon.
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10. Hotel Ubud Hanging Gardens, Bali
Hidden in the corner of an unknown lane in the Hanging Gardens of Bali is a 38 luxury villa hotel that’s perched on an extremely steep valley. The jaw-dropping curvy main pool alongside the terrace allows visitors to enjoy secluded time for dining, swimming or snoozing.
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