From transparent capsules in Peru to a hotel deep in a mine in the UK, National Geographic has presented a selection of the most unique hotels in the world that turn an ordinary trip into a real adventure. Where to spend the night among the clouds, in the desert or underground - read our article

From transparent capsules hanging from the cliffs of Peru to a hotel in the bowels of an old mine in the UK – sometimes the overnight stay itself becomes the most vivid adventure of a trip. The authoritative publication National Geographic has compiled a selection of the most original hotels in the world, where every guest can feel like the hero of their own movie.

A selection of the world's grandiose hotels in this article.

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Hotel on a cliff in Peru – Skylodge Adventure Suites

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If you have dreamed of spending the night among the clouds – this adventure is for you. The Skylodge Adventure Suites hotel consists of transparent capsules suspended at an altitude of more than 400 meters above the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru. You can only get here with climbing equipment or by zipline. But the views of the Urubamba River Valley are worth every step – the sunrise in a capsule among the mountains will remain in your memory forever.

Floating hotel in Sweden – Salt & Sill

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The Salt & Sill hotel is anchored off the island of Kladesholmen and gently sways on the waves of the Skagerrak. Here you can fall asleep to the sound of the water and wake up with a view of the sea. Be sure to visit the restaurant next door – the place is famous for its herring, which is served in six different variations. A morning swim right from the stairs of your room is the perfect start to a Scandinavian day.

Desert Ecolodge in Jordan – Feynan Lodge

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In the middle of the sands of Jordan, between the canyons of the Dana Reserve, lies Feynan Lodge – a hotel that works on solar energy and immerses guests in the life of the Bedouins. During the day, you can visit ancient copper mines, and in the evening – admire the stars, of which thousands can be seen here, in the endless silence of the desert. The atmosphere of peace, candles and the soft light of lanterns create a magical atmosphere.

Hotel on the top of a mountain in Italy – Vigilius Mountain Resort

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This hotel can only be reached by cable car – and that is already part of the adventure. Located at an altitude of 1500 meters in the Dolomites, Vigilius Mountain Resort combines modern design and an incredible panorama of mountains. Here you can enjoy silence, yoga, archery and relaxation in the spa center. The perfect place to feel in harmony with nature.

Fire tower hotel in Wyoming, USA – Spruce Mountain Fire Lookout

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Once upon a time, lonely lookouts stood here, watching for forest fires. Today, it is one of the most romantic places to spend the night in the USA. Spruce Mountain Fire Lookout is located high above the forest, where the silence is broken only by the singing of birds. Without electricity or Wi-Fi – just you, the starry sky and the boundless nature of Wyoming.

Underground hotel in North Wales, United Kingdom – The Deep Sleep

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In an old slate mine at a depth of more than 400 meters, the deepest underground hotel in the world – The Deep Sleep – has opened. To get here, you need to go through tunnels accompanied by a guide. Inside are cozy wooden cabins, soft lighting and complete silence. It feels like you’re on another planet – or at least in the center of the Earth.

Mountain lodge in Scotland, United Kingdom – Ruighe Ealasaid (Red House)

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In the heart of the Cairngorms, amidst mountains and cold winds, stands the red house of Ruighe Ealasaid. It can only be reached on foot – a four-hour journey from the nearest village. Inside, it’s a simple but cozy haven for travelers. After a long trek, it feels like a five-star paradise in the Scottish wilderness.

Camping on the Islas Cies Islands in Spain

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The Islas Cies archipelago in Galicia is a small paradise without cars and hotels. The only place to stay is a campsite on the beach, which is open only in summer. Instead of an all-inclusive service, there is a crystal clear sea, walks through pine forests, cliffs, lighthouses and incredible sunsets. Sometimes true luxury is silence and nature.

Hotels from the National Geographic list prove that unforgettable impressions do not always await in big cities or luxury resorts. Sometimes the most valuable thing is an experience that makes you look at the world from a different angle: from the top of a mountain, from the bottom of a mine or from the middle of endless sands.

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