This article looks at the 5 spectacular floating hotels around the world. If you wish to check out our detailed analysis of luxury tourism, you may head over to 15 Spectacular Floating Hotels Around The World.
5. Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge, Panama
Insider Monkey Score: 9
Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge comprises of majestic cabins perched within a private oasis in the Caribbean Sea. Each cabin is constructed with stilts and provides a private deck with direct access to the bay. It is one of the best spots in Panama to enjoy its picturesque sunsets as the dying rays of the sun glimmer over the horizon, painting the resort red against the crystal-clear waves of the sea. Apart from being one of the most instagrammable places on the planet, the resort is also considered extremely sustainable and eco-friendly. The cabins are constructed out of stilts and thatched roofs, and the resort has invested in its own renewable energy and waste disposal systems. It is one of the best and most authentic ways for tourists to witness the diverse biome of the Caribbean without compromising the beauty of its natural resources.
4. Off Paris Seine, France
Insider Monkey Score: 10
Off Paris is a floating vessel docked in the Seine River. The resort captures a lot of attention due to its contemporary and unconventional design and once you step onto the hotel itself, it is likely that you will be swept away by the interior. Off Paris also offers a sumptuous view of the Paris cityscape, including sites such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame (once the monument is rebuilt). If you want to extract an Emily in Paris vibe out of your vacation, Off Paris might be the most lavish way of achieving this goal. Beginning your mornings by dining on the deck of this beautiful vessel while the scent of croissants and café viennois seeps into your lungs. Use the convenient location of the resort to full advantage by venturing out to the bustling streets of the most romantic city on the planet or visiting the louvre to beguile yourself with the most captivating artwork. Then, withdraw to the deck of your luxury resort where you can enjoy a glass of Bordeaux as you dip into the hotel’s plunge pool.
3. Arctic Bath, Sweden
Insider Monkey Score: 10.5
The Arctic bath is a small, yet luxurious, retreat in the Lule River of Sweden. The resort comprises of a main circular building, striking due to its exterior of crisscrossing logs, and a series of large and small cabins, each accessible with a walkway. The design of these buildings allows them to melt into the backdrop of the surrounding woods. There are plenty of premium excursions and amenities, including open saunas, hot tubs, dipping sites, and snowmobile tours. In the winter, ice sets in around the cabins, restricting them from gliding over the river. During these months, many tourists visit the Arctic Bath to get a view of the incredible aurora of the Northern Lights. These can be witnessed from the comfort of your beds as several cabins are equipped with glass ceilings.
2. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, Maldives
Insider Monkey Score: 11.5
Situated on a walkway in the middle of 2 private tropical islands, Conrad Maldives is the epitome of luxury travel. The resort consists of luxury villas erected on the shores of the Indian Ocean, some of which are equipped with private pools. Moreover, several of the rooms have glass floor sections, providing travelers with a view into the depths of the ocean. The hotel’s most premium attraction is the Muraka, a fully submerged underwater suite that is set in a private area of the lagoon. The structure of the suite is similar to a glass pod, wherein guests can enjoy an unprecedented experience of being surrounded by the Ocean. The resort also has a similar underwater restaurant as well as access to some of the best scuba diving and snorkeling spots in the Maldives.
1. Manta Resort, Tazmania
Insider Monkey Score: 14
Located 250 meters off the coast of Pemba Island, the underwater room of the Manta Resort is the most spectacular floating hotel in the world. The room is accessible by boats alone and submerges 3 meters below the surface of the Indian Ocean. Inside the room, travelers can peek at the rich marine life of the surrounding coral reef. Moreover, the room is positioned directly over a blue hole, which is essentially an abyssal cavity in the middle of a coral reef, making for even more of an adventure. Apart from its incredible underwater viewing experience, tourists can also plunge into the surrounding ocean for snorkeling and scuba diving among dolphins and other aquatic inhabitants. Further, the roof of each room offers a lounging space where travelers can sunbathe or enjoy a view of the night sky. This incredible floating hotel provides an unparalleled immersive experience, worthy of the legacy of a Grand Tour.
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