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Lonely Planet's most extraordinary hotels of the world
  • This palatial hotel was built from scratch in a scared desert in Rajasthan's Marwar region. Each of the nine magnificent suites at Mihir Gahr has its own plunge pool, fireplace and a subtle yet luxurious touch of tradition.

  • This luxurious lodge offers a truly unique experience. The accommodation at Planet Baobab is truly original, reflecting the traditional building methods of the original inhabitants of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in Botswana. You can choose between a traditional Bakalanga hut, built from mud, and a traditional grass hut, made in the way the Bushmen used to. Because both of  these types of huts at Planet Baobab are made from natural materials indigenous to the Makgadikgadi area in Botswana, they are perfectly temperature-controlled without the need for airconditioners.

  • Enjoy breathtaking views of Bologna from the terrace of this extraordinary B&B 60 metres above the ground. This impressive tower is full of history and was once the impregnable stronghold of the Prendiparte family in the middle ages. 

  • Experience unparalleled luxury and comfort at Qasr Al Sarab. Feast your eyes upon the enchanting landscapes that surround you, sit back and admire the endless desert dunes and relax under the mesmerising desert sunsets. This luxury hotel is located in the legendary Liwa Desert, one of the largest uninterrupted sand deserts in the world. The Anantara Spa is a sanctuary of wellbeing that draws on an array of ancient cultures.

  • Experience the pristine wilderness of World Heritage listed Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park at Australia's iconic Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. Allow yourself to be blown away by the extraordinary mountain surrounds, cascading streams and spectacular wildlife. The lodge is home to one of Tasmania's acclaimed dining experiences and Australia's most spectacular wilderness spa, while the luxury cabins and mountain venues are perfectly unique.

  • Relive your childhood in this unique treehouse set among the tall trees of the west coast rainforset of Vancouver Island. These extraordinary handcrafted spheres are suspended like pendants from a web of rope and offer a truly unique experience.

  • This extraordinary cave-hotel is half hewn into the hillside right in the heart of Göreme village's preserved old quarter. Sleep in one of the curvy cave suites, chiselled by hand out of soft volcanic rock and feast your eyes upon the geological beauty.

  • Thonga Beach Lodge is set on the pristine unspoilt shores of the Maputuland coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.  Mabibi is a magical place of coastal forests, grasslands, bush, shimmering lakes and exquisite sandy beaches. Its crystal clear, warm waters offer South Africa’s best snorkelling and fantastic off-shore scuba diving.

  • This extraordinary B&B was once a landmark beacon on the Hudson River. It is now a living museum full of history and a unique B&B. Step back in time over a hundred years to experience the charm and rustic simplicity of life in the middle of the river.

  • The Gibbon Experience provides guests with the rare opportunity to see black-cheeked crested gibbons, once thought to be extinct. Overnight accommodation is in a canopy tree house with excellent views of the surrounding Bokeo Forest Reserve. Guests use a zip line cable gliding network to scour the primary forest in search of the illusive Black Gibbon. This extraordinary experience is truly unforgettable. 

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