We’re not fans of sterile, boring and mainstream places to stay here at GlobalGrasshopper so from our many collective trips across the world we’ve put together guides of where to find the most unusual, unique and hip hotels to suit a wide range of budgets. So, if you’ve been looking for something intimate and exclusive, we have collated the best and most beautiful boutique hotels across the world as well as contemporary design accommodation, quirky guest houses, funky hostels, cool retro motels, and even a few tree huts!
We have collections of our cool and unusual hotels in most of the popular cities around the world from Berlin to New York, and we’re always adding more.
Playground for the rich, famous and the beautiful people, Aspen, Colorado is one of the world’s most famous mountain destinations. It’s mostly known for its skiing with four ski resorts nearby to choose from, but … Read more
The aptly named Hawaiian paradise is the largest of the eight major islands and is one of the most beautiful and diverse. It’s filled with a fascinating dramatic terrain, lush emerald cliffs, volcanic mountains, mist-shrouded … Read more
This cool beachside gem located southeast of Los Angeles is known for its awesome surf beaches (its nickname is Surf City!), long pier, mild climate, a stellar food scene, unique and trendy shopping options, the … Read more
Often overlooked, the gorgeous gem of a city located in Central Sonoma County (just 1.5 hours north of San Francisco), is one of the best-kept secrets in California. This is serious wine country, with vineyards, … Read more
Gorgeous, charming and a little rough around the edges (but in a good way!), the quaint seaside Californian gem is one of the must-stops along the Pacific Coast Highway. Formally a canning town, today buzzing … Read more
A vibrant and eco-friendly city with a seafaring history, Norway’s cool capital enjoys a dramatic location at the end of the fjord which provides a backdrop for the many museums, historic and cutting-edge architecture, great … Read more
Known for its fun, upbeat and friendly vibe and gorgeous sandy beach, Ocean City in Maryland is located between the Isle of Wright Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s also famous for its three-mile-long boardwalk … Read more
Sometimes known as the Palm Springs of the North (the city gets 300 days of sunshine each year), a hub for nature and outdoor lovers Bend in Oregon is surrounded by some of the most … Read more
This charming small town and a pristine large sprawling lake located in the Adirondack Mountains in northern New York is famous for its stunning beauty, for hosting the Winter Olympic Games twice and for being … Read more
The elegant, upscale and beautiful Massachusetts island located in the Atlantic Ocean, just south of Cape Cod is a much-loved vacation resort, day-tripper destination and celebrity haunt. Accessible only by boat or air, it’s a … Read more
One of the most dreamy and romantic travel destinations in the world, much-loved Maui – also known as “The Valley Isle” – is the second largest island in Hawaii. Attracting both vacationers and nature lovers … Read more
Known as being one of the most beautiful beaches in the state of Oregon, this quiet, charming and laid-back little town is a much-loved stop along the Pacific Highway. Haystack Rock is a stand-out feature … Read more