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Stunning photos: World's weirdest hotels

Last updated on: February 15, 2012 13:12 IST

Image: The Liberty Hotel, Boston.

These unique hotels are a traveler's delight. Here are some of the world's weirdest hotels according to cheapflights.com.

The Liberty Hotel, Boston

An architectural wonder, the iconic Charles Street Jail is now the stunning, vibrant Liberty Boston Hotel.

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Image: Hotel de Glace.

The Boston luxury hotel quickly soon became the 'must-visit' downtown Boston destination for visitors.

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Image: Hotel de Glace.

2. Hotel de Glace, Quebec City

The Ice Hotel near Quebec City, Canada is the first ice hotel in North America. The hotel is usually made in arches over rooms with 16 foot (5 m) and larger and higher spaces for art galleries.

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Image: Hotel de Glace.

The walls are over 4 feet (1.2 m) thick on average. The furniture is also made of ice. Amenities include a nightclub, movie theater, indoor heated washrooms and outdoor hot tubs.

A tourist hotspot, it cost a whopping $350,000 to build the hotel.

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Image: Kennedy School.

Kennedy School, Oregon

A school turned into memorable and comfortable hotel, it is located near the Portland International Airport.

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Kennedy School allows pets in hotel rooms for a $15 fee.

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Image: Desert Cave.

Desert Cave Hotel, Australia

Desert Cave, the only international underground hotel offers a unique experience. Underground accommodation, shops, cafe, bar are surrounded by sandstone.

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Image: Desert Cave Hotel.

Visitors can stay underground, or in above ground rooms. Quiet, cool and airy, the rooms are spacious with high ceilings.

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Image: Dog Park Bark Inn.

Dog Park Bark Inn, Idaho

The Dog Bark Park Inn is a hotel located in the US state of Idaho. The hotel is built in the shape of a beagle, making it a famous landmark in the state.

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Image: Dog Bark Park Inn.

A two-bedroom bed and breakfast inn opened in August 2003, it features dog-themed contents. The inn has been designed and built by Dennis J Sullivan.

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Image: Library Hotel.

Library Hotel, New York

The Library Hotel is one of Midtown Manhattan's most celebrated concept luxury boutique hotels in New York.

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A landmark 1900 brick and terra cotta structure, this boutique has been beautifully restored into a luxury hotel.


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Image: Jumbo Hostel.

Jumbo Hostel, Stockholm

Jumbo Hostel Stockholm is the world's first hostel housed in a Boeing 747.

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A 27-room hostel at the Stockholm-Arlanda Airport, its rooms can accommodate three adults.

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Image: Winvian.

Winvian, Connecticut

A resort spread across 113 acres, it is set amidst vineyards, bordering a wildlife sanctuary.

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It features 18 cottages built in colonial-style, each with a distinct theme for interiors. While one cottage has a fairytale theme, another has a helicopter interior theme.

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Image: Palm Springs Rendezvous.

Palm Springs Rendezvous, California

The perfect spot to relax, unwind, and de-stress from everyday life.

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The National Geographic Traveler named Palm Springs Rendezvous to its 'Prestigious Best Places to Stay List' in 2009.

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Image: Qbic Hotel.

Qbic Hotel, Amsterdam

Qbic Hotels is for the budget conscious traveller, with cheap rates starting from 69 euros.


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Image: Qbic hotel.

Qbic hotel rooms have a cool and futuristic design. Central to this is the Cubi, a cube-shaped state-of-the-art living space.

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