Whether it’s made of ice, a historical must-see, or simply too luxurious for words, these hotels are worth visiting at least once in your lifetime. Let your jaw drop slowly as you peruse our choice of hotels you must add to your bucket list.
Hotel De Glace
Stay in a winter wonderland at the shimmering Hotel de Glace just outside of Quebec City, Canada. The rooms are made entirely of ice with custom-made in-suite fireplaces contrasting the frigid surroundings. The unique lighting illuminates ice sculptures (including the bed and furniture) creating a whimsical charm you won’t find elsewhere. If you’re feeling ultra-luxurious, opt for one of the Premium Deluxe suites which includes a private spa!
Wynn Hotel Las Vegas
You should be treated like a true VIP at least once in your life — the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada takes VIP treatment to another level. Peer out from one of the two luxury sky-high towers, each offering jaw-dropping views of the sparkling Las Vegas strip. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that will make you feel like an aquarium suspended over the city. The hotel offers two award-winning spas, a casino, boutique shops from top designers like Givenchy and live shows to enjoy with your evening meals.
The Plaza
Boasting more than a century of pure opulence in the heart of Manhattan, the Plaza Hotel is a timeless beauty with an old world elegance unmatched by any other hotel in the Big Apple. The Hotel has hosted famous figures for more than a hundred years — you’ll feel like a movie-star the moment you step through the revolving doors, walking through the same gold and creme-colored hallways that stars like Sinatra walked before you. Make sure to try the signature cocktails at the Champagne bar or book a suite with the butler service — a hot bath will be prepared for you by the time you return from a Gatsby-like event in the Plaza’s Grand Ballroom.
Post Ranch Inn
Leave it to California to house an eco-friendly hotel that should top your bucket list. The Post Ranch Inn, set atop the cliffs of Big Sur, is an architectural marvel as well as a serene escape from daily life. Enjoy being suspended over the Pacific Ocean, with breathtaking views from the shower, a private sundeck, wood-burning fireplace and an outdoor hot tub on the edge of the cliff. It’s hard to believe that this modern and luxurious structure was once a working cattle ranch and homestead in the old west, where a cowboy and his family farmed for more than a century before it was transformed into an Inn in 1992.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Explore the magical world of Disney first-hand at the Animal Kingdom Lodge in Orlando, FL. You’ll gaze out over endless acres of savanna lands from your African-styled hotel room. Let the kids step out on the private balcony to catch a glimpse of majestic zebras grazing below. You might not be able to bring the whole family to Africa, but you can bring them on an African safari — complete with giraffes and more than 30 other species of exotic animals at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Be sure to top it all off with a yummy dinner at one of the Lodge’s award-winning restaurants like, Boma, boasting bold, African-inspired aromatic dishes you won’t soon forget.