Who says hotels have to be ordinary? These unconventional accommodations are turning the guest experience into a wild ride. Get ready for goldfish companions, canine surfing lessons, and even the chance to become an expert cigar roller!
For Thrill Seekers
At The Six Senses Hideaway, Oman, you can paraglide your entry into the hotel, as a companion to the hotel’s professional paraglider. Or, take a dramatic 4X4 ride in a speedboat or a jeep. Talk about arriving in style!
For Lonely Hearts
A goldfish named ‘Happy’ can be rented to keep you company during your stay at The Happy Guest Hotel Lodge, Cheshire. The hotel owner Jeff Riley believes that the goldfish can offer unconditional love to the guests returning to their rooms after a long day.
For Playful Pals
Ritz Carlton Palm Beach offers an exclusive Pillow Fight pack with 30 silk pillows, boxing gloves and many games to boot. To top it off, they pamper you with a nightcap of milk and cookies for a sound sleep.
For The Literary Sorts
Literary geeks can revisit history at Room 118 of London’s Cadogan Hotel, where Oscar Wilde was arrested for indecency. A complimentary replica of the writer’s smoking jacket is sure to drive you, Wilde, with joy!
For Pet Owners Some Unique Hotel Experiences
Get one on one surfing lessons, for your pooch, at the Loews Bay Resort and Spa, California. Let your dog hit the waves with instructors from Coronado Surfing Academy. After all, why should humans have all the fun?
Similarly, at the Hotel deLuxe, Portland, there’s an entire floor dedicated to your canine companions, offering them a range of doggie meals, massages and acupuncture services.
For Insomniacs
The Benjamin Hotel in New York has round-the-clock sleep concierges to assess your sleeping habits. Choose from more than 30 pillows to find the one that suits you best.
For Smokers
Have you ever wondered how a Cuban cigar is made? At The Graycliff Hotel in the Bahamas, fascinate yourself with the history of tobacco and learn the art of sorting, rolling and blending the leaves, for a pleasing experience.
Compiled by Prerna Madan
