Micro-hotels are a growing trend in the travel industry, capturing the interest of savvy travellers. These hotels are carefully designed with small rooms, maximising space to offer a cost-efficient option in expensive destinations. Many of these establishments focus on creating a unique accommodation experience, setting them apart from traditional hotels. Here are five exceptional micro-hotels that offer some of the smallest hotel rooms in the world. And they are all located in unique settings, from buzzing cities like New York to forests in Canada to mountains and valleys in Peru.
Nestled just a short 10-minute drive away from Colombia's second-largest desert, Tatacoa, lies the Tubo Hotel, La Tatacoa. This unique hotel offers 37 air-conditioned rooms, each thoughtfully designed to accommodate two people. The rooms are crafted from concrete sewer pipes painted in a delightful array of candy colours. And when you need to cool off, the hotel's inviting swimming pool awaits, offering a refreshing oasis in this desert landscape.
Address: Villavieja, Huila, Colombia
Situated within an impressive Brutalist building in the vibrant Chinatown area of Singapore, KINN Capsule provides a unique accommodation experience. Guests can enjoy the comfort of the tiny air-conditioned cabins, a spacious shared lounge, and complimentary high-speed WiFi. The minimalist yet elegant design of the rooms includes secure and lockable storage spaces, offering peace of mind for travellers. The inviting lounge area is the perfect space for socialising, with various activities organised for guests to connect with fellow travellers and immerse themselves in the local culture.
The rooms may be small in this place, but their modern, clean, comfortable ambience makes them a delightful retreat. Each room has its own cleverly designed bathroom, ensuring privacy and convenience. It offers a welcoming lounge, a seasonal rooftop bar, a restaurant, convenient parking, and you can even sign up for engaging walking tours. The hotel is located in the heart of midtown New York, and hotel offers easy access to public transportation.
Address: 145 East 39th Street (between 3rd Ave &, Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
The Skylodge Adventure Suites is the world's first hanging lodge. Nestled in the scenic Sacred Valley in Cusco, Peru, these unique transparent capsule rooms dangle from the mountaintop, providing breathtaking 300-degree views of the valley. With a maximum capacity of 12 people per night across 3 pods, this one-of-a-kind experience offers guests the chance to sleep suspended on the mountain. To reach the Skylodge, adventurers can climb 400 meters of Via Ferrata or take an intrepid trail through ziplines.
Address: Pista 224 km, Ollantaytambo, Peru
Imagine a unique escape perched amid the towering trees of the coastal rainforest of Vancouver Island, Canada. These extraordinary spherical treehouses perfectly combine a wilderness retreat and a glamorous camping experience. Drawing inspiration from sailboat construction and rigging practices, these treehouses represent a harmonious union of treehouses and sailboat technology. The hanging hotel comprises three spheres—Eve, Eryn, and Melody—each inviting you to immerse yourself deeply in the untamed and captivating beauty of the natural world.
Address: 420 Horne Lake Rd, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1Z7, Canada