5 Most Extreme Hotels In The World - Would You Stay Here?

5 Hotels That "Are The Vacation"

These extreme hotels & resorts are not just places to stay—but they are destinations in themselves, and just getting to some of these is a feat in itself.

Some of these accommodations reach the "Extreme" category level due their location, others are due to what they are made out of, what you can experience while you sleep, or the guest you will have following you around during your stay. Lets dive into this short list of 5 of the most extreme hotels in the world.

White Desert Whichaway

Location: Queen Maud Land, Antarctica
Cost: Approximately $60,000-$105,000 per person for an 8-night stay

White Desert Whichaway Camp in Antarctica is a testament to human ingenuity, providing luxury in one of the most remote and extreme environments on Earth. Located on the desolate and beautiful Queen Maud Land, this camp offers a unique blend of adventure and comfort, making it the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. This hotel is most certainly the most extreme based on price and location.

What Makes It Extreme:

• Setting: Situated in the heart of Antarctica, guests experience the pristine and untouched beauty of the polar desert.
• Getting There: Guests fly from Cape Town, South Africa, to the camp on a private jet, making the journey as exclusive as the destination.
• Activities: Scenic flights, treks to nearby nunataks, ice climbing, and visits to Emperor Penguin colonies.
• Major Attraction: The highlight is a trip to the South Pole, where guests can stand at the bottom of the world.

What makes up the vast cost difference is if you want to take part in adventures and tours they offer once you are there, and lets be honest if you're going to Antarctica, you're not just going to be sitting in the room, even though that would be an option and save you $40,000. Both prices due include your round trip flights from Cape Town, South Africa.

Icehotel

Location: Arctic Circle, Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
Cost: Approximately $1,000 per night

The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, is an architectural marvel built entirely of ice and snow. Reconstructed every winter from the frozen waters of the Torne River, this hotel offers an ethereal and surreal experience that attracts visitors from around the globe.

This extreme hotel is the most amazing to me, because not only is it rebuilt each year, but different artist will transform this frozen wonderland into an entirely different design each year.

What Makes It Extreme:

• Setting: Guests sleep in rooms made of ice, surrounded by art sculptures and furnishings carved from ice.
• Getting There: Visitors typically fly into Kiruna Airport and take a short transfer to Jukkasjärvi.
• Activities: Northern Lights viewing, dog sledding, ice sculpting classes, and snowmobiling.
• Major Attraction: The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), providing a spectacular natural light show.

★★★★ Icehotel, Jukkasjärvi, Sweden

Located in Jukkasjärvi in northern Sweden, the Icehotel features rooms entirely made out of sculptured ice from the neighboring Torne River.

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Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Location: Finnish Lapland, near the Urho Kekkonen National Park
Cost: Approximately $1,500 per night

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort in Finnish Lapland offers a magical experience with its iconic glass igloos, allowing guests to sleep under the stars and the Northern Lights. This resort combines traditional Finnish hospitality with unique accommodations.

How cool would it be to be in Lapland watching the northern lights while staring up at the stars? Also, did you know Santa Clause is from Lapland?

What Makes It Extreme:

• Setting: Glass igloos provide unobstructed views of the starry skies and Northern Lights.
• Getting There: Visitors fly into Ivalo Airport and take a short transfer to the resort.
• Activities: Husky safaris, reindeer safaris, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and aurora hunting tours.
• Major Attraction: The Northern Lights, visible from the comfort of your glass igloo.

★★★★★ Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort - Igloos and Chalets, Saariselka, Finland

Surrounded by nature, this unique property is located in the Saariselkä Fell region of Finnish Lapland.

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Skylodge Adventure Suites

Location: Cliffside, Sacred Valley, Peru
Cost: Approximately $500 per night

Skylodge Adventure Suites offer a daring and unique experience by allowing guests to sleep in transparent pods hanging from a cliffside in Peru’s Sacred Valley. This resort is perfect for adrenaline junkies and those looking to push their limits.

What Makes It Extreme:

• Setting: Suspended 1,200 feet above the Sacred Valley, with panoramic views.
• Getting There: Guests must climb a Via Ferrata or hike and zip-line to access the pods.
• Activities: Via Ferrata climbs, zip-lining, and exploring the rich cultural heritage of the Sacred Valley.
• Major Attraction: Proximity to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Skylodge Adventure Suites, Urubamba, Peru

Skylodge Adventure Suites is an innovative lodge that offers hanging accommodations in Cusco.

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Giraffe Manor

Location: Langata suburb of Nairobi, Kenya
Cost: Approximately $1,200 per night

Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, Kenya, is a unique boutique hotel where guests can interact with endangered Rothschild giraffes. This historic manor offers an extraordinary blend of wildlife and luxury.

What Makes It Extreme:

• Setting: A historic manor where giraffes freely roam the grounds and interact with guests.
• Getting There: Visitors fly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and take a short transfer to the manor.
• Activities: Feeding and interacting with giraffes, guided tours of the Giraffe Centre, and visits to nearby attractions like Nairobi National Park and the Karen Blixen Museum.
• Major Attraction: Up-close and personal encounters with giraffes, making it a dream for wildlife lovers.

Giraffe Manor, Hotel Nairobi

Giraffe Manor boutique hotel in Nairobi will captivate you with its historic charm, herd of wild giraffes and commitment to conservation.

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Staying in these extreme hotels offers much more than a place to sleep; it’s about embracing adventure and experiencing the extraordinary. Whether it's the icy wonder of the Icehotel, the sky-high thrill of Skylodge Adventure Suites, or the serene luxury of White Desert Whichaway Camp, each hotel will provide you with an unforgettable adventure.

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