People who take good interest in marine life, rivers and water species always admire the beauty of an underwater hotel. This kind of place provides you with a chance to take a close look at wonderful underwater species. If you have a plan to explore the best hotels which let you discover underwater world, then we have a list of 7 mind- blowing underwater hotels in the world.
Jules’ Undersea Lodge
Location: Key Largo Undersea Park in Key Largo, Florida
Opened: 1986
Requirements: Guest needs scuba diving certification before they reserve it.
Sea lovers adore the charm and grace of this famous hotel. The name of this lodge is taken from world’s famous maritime authors, Jules. It is the only underwater hotel in the United States.If you need an innovative sort of underwater discovery ,then this hotel can simply fulfil your need. The whole structure of hotel is located under the Emerald lagoon. Hotel is 30 feet (9 m) deep on the ocean floor. Compressed air is filled in the entire hotel , therefore water doesn’t enter into the room.
It was constructed in the early 1970s. This hotel is famous among celebrities who always enjoy their stay here. Two famous media stars Steve Tyler of “Aerosmith” and Jon Fishman of Phish also visited this fantastic hotel. According to former Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau , this lodge is the most beautiful resident point for the tourists.
The real fun begins when you take an entry from a moon pool which is a 5 by 7 foot entrance of the main building.This experience is like you are going to enter into a hotel while swimming trhough a swimming pool. You dive into this room and find yourself into a wet room- which is center point of three underwater living compartments. Divers take hot shower in this room, dry them off and then take a step toward a living area (comprises of two bedroom and a common room).
Common room is multi-purpose, you can enjoy your dinner here and take part into some entertaining activities. All rooms are equipped with telephone, intercom, VCR and DVD facilities. Hotels provides i-home facility which allows every guest to play a music they love while sitting in any part of their compartment.
The magnetic appeal of this area is big 42 inch round window which allows the guests to take a look into exciting underwater world.
The Manta Resort
Location: Pemba Island, Zanzibar
If you a have a desire to explore an African sea almost 13 feet deep, then Manta Resort underwater room is here to offer you a chance to get what you desire. You can book this room for $1500 for one day stay. You might be wondering what would you get for so much money. Well, you get a chance to explore underwater world without even diving into water. Isn’t it exiciting? Definitely, it is but let’s know about all those facilities which you will grab after spending $1500 bucks.
A crafted wooden boat will take you from Shore to this underwater room. It won’t take more than 2 minutes because room is only 250 meter distant from the shore. Once you reach at this place, your service fundi will show in and outs of private floating island. You need to share details of your diets and meals with your service fundi. Also you need to tell him what you need and at what time. He will provide you a kayak, snorkel and fins, so you can swim around your private island whenever you desire. You will get a mobile phone with saved contacts which you can call , in case of need and assistance. A security guard will be anchored to a buoy. He remained closed to the room, so you can get his services when you want.
The landing deck has bathroom facilties and a lounge area. Bathroom has an open-air shower, advanced marine toilet systema and a hand-wash basin. You can use ladder to land on the roof where lounging area allows you to feel warmth of sun in the morning and sleep under the stars at night. A ladder from landing deck take your down into underwater hotel room which is the real deal.
Underwater hotel room is equipped with double bed, air-conditioner, fans and lighting facilities. You can explore island creatures like spanish dancers, octopus, fish, reef inhabitants,etc right from your window bedroom’s window glass panes. You are free to enjoy an unforgettable experience of viewing amazing underwater creatures right from your bed. Room has a fully-stock bard fridge, so you can pick a drink of your choice whenever you feel thirsty. It is indeed one the most beautiful underwater rooms in the world. Don’t trust me, just see yourself; have a look at pictures below.
Utter Inn, Sweden
Location: Lake Malaren, Vasteras, Sweden
People like to enjoy their honeymoon period in this luxurious residential point. It has not only well-designed residential rooms but also chic honeymoon suites.This hotel features a vast dining area and a big swimming pool for its guests. Residential rooms are usually rented by general public of Sweden. But tourist can also get them on rent for more than two weeks.It was constructed in 2000 by Mikael Genberg in Sweden.
Guests reach at Vasteras port where from a captain of inflatable boat pick them. You enjoy a ride on the surface of clear water for one kilometre on Lake Malaren.When guests pick deluxe accomodation then a service provider deliver dinner by boat in the evening. They can use an inflateable canoe to explore the surrounding island. They can do swimming or take sunbath. You can see fish right from glass windows of your bedroom which is hotel downstairs in this hotel.
You can rent this underwater place for seven nights and price starts from $1750.
Apeiron Island Hotel, Dubai
If you visit Dubai, then you never miss a chance to explore this attractive underwater hotel Dubai.It offers a range of facilities to its guests just to make their experience enjoyable.It has very comfortable apartments for families.The hotel interior is very eye-catching. It is designed in a way that you feel like you are staying in a jungle theme park.
Water Discus Hotel, Dubai
Another underwater hotel Dubai which you like to visit is Water Discus Hotel. It is not a very hotel and only has 21 well-designed luxurious rooms. But it offers you enjoyable experience which you hardly get anywhere in the world. The lovers of underwater hotels prefer it over other hotels just because it is featured a big swimming pool, attractive lobby and a spacious sitting hall.
Huvafen Fushi, Maldives
It is a very famous underwater Hotel Maldives. You would love not only its exterior but also exterior decoration. Also, you get a chance to use services of its relaxing spa and a well-equipped gym. What you like the most about this hotel is that you have a chance not only to view underwater creatures ,but you are also free to feed them.Seems impressive! Isn’t it?
The Shimao Wonderland, China
Whenever you get a chance to visit China then you should add Shimao Wonderland on your list. It is among the top 20 tourist attractions in China. This luxury hotel has spectacular rooms, entertainment area, a big hall, indoor gym and a big swimming pool. You would never forget those days which you will spend in this hotel.
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