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Our favorite thing about the world of hospitality is that it’s constantly changing. I mean, no one wants a boring hotel room anymore! Every year seems to bring new and exciting options for us to experience and enjoy, whether they’re built entirely by man or just altered a little bit.

We love to travel and explore new countries, but the place we’re gonna stay at must have some character too. Whether it’s a hotel or an Airbnb, we want our accommodation to be a fun experience rather than just another generic room with a bed and TV. We’ve found that there are plenty of options out there that fit this description!

If you’re looking for a unique stay, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of the weirdest and coolest hotels in the world that are sure to delight your senses and make your travels memorable. Do you want a luxury stay? A funky boutique? Or maybe something to really blow your mind? Take a look at these weird hotels — and then check them off your bucket list!

#1

Igloo Village, Kakslauttanen, Finland

Pictures of Igloo Village houses and inside in Kakslauttanen, Finland

Booking a night or two in a glass igloo during your stay in Finnish Lapland is a must. Surrounded by nature all over, this impressive accommodation offers stays in igloos and traditional wood chalets. It also welcomes guests to try the world’s largest smoke sauna! Don’t worry about how to get there: Ivalo’s international airport is just 30 minutes away, and the hotel will provide you with a shuttle service.

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    #5

    The Glass Floor Udang House, Bali, Indonesia

    Pictures of the Glass Floor Udang House and inside in Bali, Indonesia

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    Hotel I Stayed At Was Formerly A Train Station And Had An Actual Train Inside It, With Rooms Inside Each Car

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    Benita Valdez
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I stayed in the Chattanooga ChooChoo in Tennessee US. It was cute and a fun little experience

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    #7

    Montana Magica Lodge, Chile

    Pictures of Montana Magica Lodge and inside in Chile

    When I read about this one, I contemplated planning my next travel itinerary to Chile. I mean, staying in a mountain with a permanent waterfall on its side? Deal. The mountain is surrounded by a massive rainforest, so it’s the best place to hike, meet some fascinating animals, observe nature, and fly with one of the longest zip-wires in South America!

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    Deborah Harris
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful rooms and scenery, but that rope bridge would give me a panic attack

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    #8

    Fairy Chimney Hotel, Turkey

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    Hugh Cookson
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've stayed here - I think it is the Kelebek cave hotel - it's in the region of Capadoccia, which was used for the filming of one of the Star wars films because of it's other worldly look. As an aside, when I was there in 2010 there were still many of the stacks lived in by local people.

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    #14

    Beckham Creek Cave Lodge, Arkansas, United States

    Pictures of Beckham Creek Cave Lodge and inside in Arkansas, United States

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    Diemond Star
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's beautiful but I can't afford to pay $1600 per night with a 2 night minimum. I'll just keep on with my wishful thinking.

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    #16

    Crazy House, Dalat, Vietnam

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    You’ll find tons of unique hotels on this list, but Crazy House is truly a fairy tale that comes alive. Located in Dalat City and designed by Vietnamese architect Dang Viet Nga, Crazy House resembles a giant tree and, at least at first, was just a personal project. The financial burden made the architect reconsider the purpose of the building, and she then decided to turn it into a guesthouse in 1990.

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    #17

    Free Spirit Spheres, Canada

    Pictures of Free Spirit Spheres and inside in Canada

    Think about the tree house you so desperately wanted during your childhood (or even as an adult) and make it spherical. Welcome to Free Spirit Spheres! Located in Vancouver Island’s rainforest, this fun hotel is the place for you if you feel like embarking on your next eco-travel adventure with all the time in the world to meditate and reconnect with nature while also reducing your impact to basically zero.

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    #20

    Inntels Hotels Amsterdam-Zaandam, Netherlands

    Pictures of Inntels hotels Amsterdam-Zaandam in Netherlands

    Located in the center of Zaandam, north of Amsterdam, this beautiful hotel went viral on social media for its unusual structure made of nearly 70 stacked houses, rich in local history and references to the Dutch scene. The hotel has facilities for up to 350 people and amazes guests with its distinctive design.

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    #24

    Rogner Bad Blumau, Austria

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    Jihana
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Been there a couple of times. I just LOVE it. Staff is super friendly, the food is AWESOME and the architecture is.... weird. It's been chosen as the best spa in Austria several years in a row now.

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    #26

    The Southern Ocean Lodge On Kangaroo Island, Australia

    Pictures of the Southern Ocean Lodge and inside on Kangaroo Island in Australia

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    Jim McF
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Burnt down in January 2020 bushfires. Being rebuilt. It is expected to reopen in mid-2023

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    #33

    The Dog Bark Park Inn, Cottonwood, Idaho

    Pictures of the Dog Bark Park Inn and inside in Cottonwood, Idaho

    Dog people, here we are! Cottonwood’s Dog Bark Park Inn, commonly known as Sweet Willy, is a famous landmark along Highway 95. This beagle-shaped bed and breakfast is home to comfortable dog-themed rooms, a gift shop, and an art gallery with creations by Dennis Sullivan and Frances Conklin. You’ll also find a selection of dog-themed books and games to entertain your stay. There’s probably no need to say this, but well-behaved dogs are more than welcome!

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    AP
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The exterior of the hotel looks a bit ruff

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    #34

    The Big Idaho Potato Hotel, Idaho, United States

    Pictures of the Big Idaho Potato hotel and inside in Idaho, United States

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    AP
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pillows on the bed should look like pats of butter...

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    #36

    Ooops! Hotel, Sweden

    Ooops! Hotel, Sweden

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    Jennik
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just had to google this one! The foundations, driven into the lake bed, have been made to look as if they are the ground floor of a house, creating a convincing illusion. The single-floor accommodation is at the top of the house and is encircled by wooden decking.

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    #38

    Memories Aicha Luxury Camp, Wadi Rum, Jordan

    Memories Aicha Luxury Camp, Wadi Rum, Jordan

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    #43

    Martin’s Patershof Church Hotel, Mechelen, Belgium

    Martin’s Patershof Church Hotel, Mechelen, Belgium

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    #44

    Nimb Hotel, København, Denmark

    Nimb Hotel, København, Denmark

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    TheEndIsNigh🇨🇦and🇬🇧in🇺🇲
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pre-covid, we went to wedding here and stayed for a week. It is absolutely beautiful, especially all lit up at night.❤

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    #45

    Czoch Castle, Leśna, Poland

    Czoch Castle, Leśna, Poland

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    #46

    Kokopelli's Cave, Farmington, United States

    Kokopelli's Cave, Farmington, United States

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    #48

    Fogo Island Inn, Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada

    Fogo Island Inn, Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada

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    Chewie Baron
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was featured in the BBC Series ‘Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby’.

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    #50

    Kumbuk River, Sri Lanka

    Kumbuk River, Sri Lanka


    Kumbuk River is one of the most unique places to stay during your next trip to Sri Lanka! This one-of-a-kind eco-resort is made famous by its elephant-shaped villa, but you’ll also find tree houses and converted trucks. It’s also the perfect accommodation if you plan a visit to Yala National Park, an incredible wildlife sanctuary home to leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.

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    #51

    The Null Stern Hotel, Swiss Alps

    The Null Stern Hotel, Swiss Alps


    What about a hotel with no roof, no ceilings, no walls, no doors, and no windows? Is it crazy enough? Frank and Patrik Riklin argue that in order to experience the real beauty of the Swiss Alps, you don’t need much else than the mountains themselves. That’s why the Null Stern Hotel will provide you with the bare minimum: a comfy bed, two nightstands, and a nearby bathroom. A butler will be around in case you need ‘room’ service.

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    #53

    Barin Ski Resort, Iran

    Barin Ski Resort, Iran

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    Jihana
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Obviously I am dumb. I always imagined Iran to be hot. And now there's a ski resort there! I have much to learn!

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    #57

    The Dragonfly, Treehotels, Harads, Sweden

    The Dragonfly, Treehotels, Harads, Sweden

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    #58

    Aria Amazon Cruise, Amazon River

    Aria Amazon Cruise, Amazon River

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    Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, India

    Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, India

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    #65

    Museumotel L'utopie, France

    Museumotel L'utopie, France

    Located in the middle of the mountains in northeastern France, this fascinating bubble hotel village is the brainchild of Swiss architect Pascal Hausermann. Unfortunately, Museumotel was closed in 2015 and sold in 2019, and its fate is still unclear, but we thought it was still worth citing such a strange hotel in an article about the most unique stays in the world!

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    Na Schi
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like they found a new use for the spare parts of Charles de Gaulle Airport.

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    #67

    Tubohotel, Mexico

    Tubohotel, Mexico

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    #68

    Capsule Hotel, Bivacco Gervasutti, Italy

    Capsule Hotel, Bivacco Gervasutti, Italy

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    #70

    Vliegtuigsuite Teuge, Netherlands

    Vliegtuigsuite Teuge, Netherlands

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    Oerff On Tour
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An old decrepit Iljoesjin Il-18, converted into a beautiful hotel suite next to a small airfield. With a beautiful old city to the east (Deventer) about 15 minutes away, and an incredible nature reserve (Veluwe) on the other side of the -not *that* interesting- city in the west (Apeldoorn. Only 2 things worth visiting:the former Royal palace 't Loo [pronounced as "low"] and the zoo Apenheul, specialized in monkeys) But there are plenty of normal, affordable hotels in the area, as well as several great vacation parks ( Landal, Centre Parks, Roompot)

    #71

    Skylodge Adventure Suites, Peru

    Skylodge Adventure Suites, Peru

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    Greymom
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the tubes you use for the pneumatic tube systems they have at banks and other businesses!

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    #72

    Amazon Jungle Palace, Brazil

    Amazon Jungle Palace, Brazil

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    Bambu Indah Hotel, Bali

    Bambu Indah Hotel, Bali

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    #76

    Entre Cielos Hotel De Lujo, Mendoza, Argentina

    Entre Cielos Hotel De Lujo, Mendoza, Argentina

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    #77

    Das Park Hotel, Austria

    Das Park Hotel, Austria

    Ever dreamed of enjoying your holidays by staying the night in repurposed sewer pipes? Probably not, but what could sound like the worst idea ever ended up being a fantastic alternative stay for tons of travelers! Every sewer pipe room offers a double bed, electricity, and blankets. And if you need some ‘time for yourself,’ the toilets are just a couple of minutes away.

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    #78

    Madonna Inn, California, United States

    Madonna Inn, California, United States

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I stayed here for a night. Each room is themed; need to check all of them out. I was in the "Espania" room. The decor, as the whole property, is over the top. The picture here is of the steakhouse, which is done in Pepto-Bismol pink with a gold iron tree and cherubs spreading over the diners. Located on the California Central Coast near San Luis Obispo. A definite bucket list item.

    #79

    Northern Rail Traincar Inn, Minnesota, United States

    Northern Rail Traincar Inn, Minnesota, United States

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    #80

    Beach Plum Farm, New Jersey, United States

    Beach Plum Farm, New Jersey, United States

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    #81

    Chalkley Treehouse, Lion Sands, South Africa

    Chalkley Treehouse, Lion Sands, South Africa

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    Rens
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks lovely but you'd get eaten alive by insects, and let's not forget the snakes, monkeys and 4-legged predators....

    #83

    Reddingsboot Harlingen Boat, Netherlands

    Reddingsboot Harlingen Boat, Netherlands

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    #85

    Atomium Kidsphere, Belgium

    Atomium Kidsphere, Belgium

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    #87

    The Boot, New Zealand

    The Boot, New Zealand

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    Henn-Na Hotel, Japan

    Henn-Na Hotel, Japan

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    Bri Nicole
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Check on YouTube videos on this one. Fun if you like robots!

    #90

    Treehouse Point, Washington, United States

    Treehouse Point, Washington, United States

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    #91

    Encuentro Guadalupe, Mexico

    Encuentro Guadalupe, Mexico

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    #93

    Rotel Hotel On Wheels, Germany

    Rotel Hotel On Wheels, Germany

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    Bri Nicole
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Time to Google to find inside pictures. How can they not show us the inside?! Edit: ohhh. That's why

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    #96

    Kirkjubaer Guesthouse, Iceland

    Kirkjubaer Guesthouse, Iceland

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    #97

    The Cubehouse, Netherlands

    The Cubehouse, Netherlands

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    #98

    Can Sleep Hotel, Denmark

    Can Sleep Hotel, Denmark

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    Kwj
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a camping option on a yearly festival in the first week in august, it's not a hotel.

    #100

    Espejo De Luna, Queilén, Los Lagos, Chile

    Espejo De Luna, Queilén, Los Lagos, Chile

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    #101

    Manakau Purepod, New Zealand

    Manakau Purepod, New Zealand

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    #102

    Baumhaus Hotel, Witzenhausen, Germany

    Baumhaus Hotel, Witzenhausen, Germany

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    #103

    Crane Hotel Faralda, Amsterdam

    Crane Hotel Faralda, Amsterdam

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    #104

    Heritance Tea Factory, Sri Lanka

    Heritance Tea Factory, Sri Lanka

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    #106

    Ještěd Tower, Czechia

    Ještěd Tower, Czechia

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    #107

    Big Cedar Lodge, Missouri, United States

    Big Cedar Lodge, Missouri, United States

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    #109

    Kennedy School Hotel, United States

    Kennedy School Hotel, United States

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    D Stone
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a great place. It was an old, multi-story, grade school. Really unique building. Then the McMenamin brothers bought it and turned it into an entertainment/hotel/venue with all kinds of neat bars, restaurants, soaking pool, movie theater and gift shop. The old school rooms are now hotel rooms. Really cool place in Portland, Oregon. The buy a lot of old buildings in Oregon and Washington state and turn them into destination hotels and/or restaurants.

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    #113

    El Cosmico , Marfa Texas

    El Cosmico , Marfa Texas

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    Queen Mary Hotel, Long Beach, Los Angeles, United States

    Queen Mary Hotel, Long Beach, Los Angeles, United States

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    Oerff On Tour
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A similar hotel exists in the center of Rotterdam. "De Rotterdam" was used by the Holland-Amerika Lijn. Now completely restored in original style, with the "modernities" nicely hidden. Tours are available, and the restaurant is open to visitors and guests alike. Even if you're in the area for a day, it's worth visiting

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    House In The Clouds, United Kingdom

    House In The Clouds, United Kingdom

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    #120

    Seaventures Dive Rig, Malaysia

    Seaventures Dive Rig, Malaysia

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    #121

    Gormley's Room, The Beaumont Hotel, London, UK

    Gormley's Room, The Beaumont Hotel, London, UK

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    #125

    The Proposal Zurich, The Giant Fat Man, Switzerland

    The Proposal Zurich, The Giant Fat Man, Switzerland

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This hotel causes me some anxiety https://www.google.com/search?q=pumphouse+point&newwindow=1&sxsrf=ALiCzsbj2yhX9pRDz-oeWmMsvJLPYnyv_w:1662017230237&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjcr_nUiPP5AhVy3XMBHc7mCJYQ_AUoAXoECAIQAw&biw=1265&bih=597&dpr=1.52

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