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29 Reasons Tiny Hotels Are The Next Big Travel Trend
Tiny homes have become a beloved way of living because it has less of an impact on the environment, your wallet, and overall materialism. The movement has gained welcomed ground in tourism as well—and for good reason. While jetsetting...
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Tiny homes have become a beloved way of living because it has less of an impact on the environment, your wallet, and overall materialism. The movement has gained welcomed ground in tourism as well—and for good reason. While jetsetting and globetrotting, tiny hotels allow you to have more of a home away from home than simply a room. These cottages, lodges, and treehouses allow you to be devoured by gorgeous landscapes and big-city living without the overwhelming vibe of staying in some grandiose hotel. Tiny hotels help you slip into local life or total tranquility with ease. Check out some our favorites around the world!
By: Jake Kilroy
By: Jake Kilroy
Amid the hustle and bustle of Central London, this hip boutique hotel keeps a peaceful setting with its all-day restaurant and slick cocktail bar. Voted “Best Tiny Hotel in the World,” this former 19th Century public house is beautifully bespoke these days and in need of doers, dreamers, and glamorous globetrotters.
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In this magical village, huge tubes stacked like pyramids make up the living quarters. A cool, social vibe greets any and all travelers at this futuristic, lively, and low-cost orchard hotel.
In the rural woods outside of Boston and New York, these ultra-secret hideaways ensure that you restore your sanity and recharge your soul. They’re tiny modern houses in total forest seclusion, but not too far from fun. So it’s up to you how to spend your time.
A celebration for all the good things in life, this stylishly designed hotel heartily welcomes vagabonds and jetsetters. With just a few rooms at this charming riverside villa, the staff is able to ensure that guests get all the work done or all the rest they need.
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Just an hour or two from Christchurch puts you in a comfortable bed and totally open land. Wake up to an epic landscape of mountains, rivers, meadows, and woodlands. This is your home away from home (or civilization).
This 12 room boutique hotel is fit for a dreamy weekend. Expect lots of airy white space, bright sunlight, reclaimed wood floors, and beds so comfy it’s like you’re sleeping in a cloud. We’d say this is the perfect girls trip for the skiing and snowboarding set, but you might not even want to leave the hotel!
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Try out a life of unparalleled luxury at Japan's first glamping resort. On the slopes overlooking Lake Kawaguchi, this resort-like retreat hides you from the world to welcome peace of mind. Experience pure, simple joy away from the busy world of city life, from learning how to brew an invigorating cup of coffee to strolling through the Aokigahara Forest.
Set against a unique landscape, this collection of luxury cabins is surrounded by some of the country's largest wineries. Enjoy the local artisan culture, lay out at the pool terrace, or read in bed with totally unobstructed views of the valley.
Less than an hour from Portland, this perfect village disappears into the splendid natural world of the Pacific Northwest. Near Mt. Hood National Forest, this colorful collection of Tumbleweed cabins makes you feel right at home.
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With only 5 modish boutique suites, this independent hotel feels like a vacation loft you keep in the big city. Mellow out at its world-renowned wine and beer bar or take Hollywood Boulevard by storm. There’s a lot to see, and with these home-away-from-home rooms, long-term stay is definitely an option.
This is the next step, creating your own paradise. Whether you’re a romantic, city escapist, comfort seeker, easy rider, or nature lover, these tiny eco-friendly spaces combine the best of five-star comfort and tent-camping relaxation. Embrace the natural world in a style that suits you with your own glamping setup.
Europe's first landscape hotel is situated at a glorious farmstead in a little rural village. A set of detached rooms dot the rugged landscape, each one uniquely designed. All of them have a view of some seriously breathtaking surroundings.
It doesn't get more unique than sleeping in a renovated drain pipe. Here, that's totally a thing and it's actually quite delightful. Plus, as sanitation, breakfast, and other hospitality services, the hotel can successfully operate with a "pay as you wish" system. Peaks your interest, doesn’t it?
In Methow Valley, adventure awaits! For hikers, mountain bikers, and cross-country skiers, 20 acres of forests, meadows, and manicured lawns are up for the taking. When done, mellow out in a keen glamping setup.
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A very cool mix of modern and retro sits extremely well in this hotel that carries the warm of a friend’s home. It's an award-winning stay that welcomes you and yours to a timeless and stylish experience in one of the most fun cities in the world.
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In this inner-city suburb of Sydney, the historic Rocks district is ready for you to celebrate life in a big way. There’s a whole lot to do, see, and have seconds, and this swanky hotel keeps you in the fun. With plush accommodations that are equal parts neighborhood pub and ritzy lounge, your suite life stays grand, especially with such magnificent views of the skyline.
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Unwind in your own luxurious lodge on this gorgeous secluded peninsula. When napping, lounging, and daydreaming gets to to be too relaxing—if that is such a thing—there's a wide range of activities, from tennis to bike trails.
These enchanting eco-friendly cottages offer up everything you need and that's it. Built to avoid a wasteful life, these fully-equipped and sustainably developed wooded getaways rely on hemp wool and solar panels for heat and power. Live comfortably out in serious wilderness.
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This lively and sustainable community of tiny homes aims to express the new vision of the American Dream. Plus, being surrounded by Rocky Mountain National Park means mountain biking, hiking, and whitewater kayaking. Stay a while.
Total comfort and chic style can be found in either of these two locations. Guests are treated to fantastic panoramic views at this hotel of “smart luxury,” where a lively atmosphere can always be found. It’s the perfect headquarters to explore city life.
This converted farm space comes to grand life on 26 coastal acres, where peacocks and alpacas roam. Sleep in uniquely shaped private lodges with outdoor patios for relaxing and gardens to wander. There’s plenty of fresh air and incredible sunsets to boot.
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Disappear into the Italian countryside in either of these mod, mirrored houses. With their interiors just as well appointed as their exteriors, a stay here is as fun as it is luxurious. Watch out, you may just move in for good.
Designed by Scandinavia's leading architects, these unique "tree rooms," stay a few meters off the ground for minimal environmental impact. With spectacular views of the Lule River, these forest dwellings are as cozy as it gets for anyone who loves both treehouses and modern interiors.
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Set in a restored 18th Century Creole townhouse, this charming stately home is fresh, fun, and chic with an old world vibe. Enjoy a pisco bar and a Peruvian café when not going wild in the French Quarter.
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Try this wonderfully unique hotel experience on for size. Bedroom suites surround the plant-filled courtyards at this home away from home. If urban life is too much, there's always the hotel's country outpost, a two-acre permaculture farm at the food of the Atlas Mountains.
After years of restoration and renovation, this 250-year-old colonial mansion has come to life like crazy in the old city. You'd never guess this was fashion designer Silvia Tcherassi’s first hotel, given the high ceilings, rich wood floors, private balconies, and full-service spa.
Leave real life behind at this luxurious hideaway. The award-winning collection of luxurious cottages offers sensational views of the Waikato River’s deep turquoise waters and the surrounding verdant landscape. It’s such a peaceful escape to a dynamically colorful world.
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Named the 'The Number 1 Small Hotel in the World by Tripadvisor' this small sanctuary sits peacefully atop ancient city walls and overlooking the River Dee. The award-winning luxury hotel is just for adults. At such a fine period Georgian house, original fireplaces, squidgy sofas, and sweeping staircases are the standard. Live well as you cozy up in the garden lounge or enjoy the celebrated riverside restaurant.
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You won’t believe what a weekend is like here. At this historic manor in the English countryside, you can enjoy a dedicated spa, private cinema, and charming pub. Meanwhile, you can sip afternoon tea or troll the ornamental gardens in your downtime.
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