{"id":82587,"date":"2024-08-14T19:41:53","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T19:41:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/?p=82587"},"modified":"2026-01-13T14:31:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T14:31:31","slug":"irans-10-most-unusual-hotels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/irans-10-most-unusual-hotels\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran&#8217;s 10 Most Unusual Hotels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Discover <strong>Iran&#8217;s Most Unusual Hotels<\/strong>, where traditional charm meets unique design. From cave-like retreats to eco-friendly desert stays, these <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/behestan-castle-in-zanjan\/\" title=\"Behestan Castle in Zanjan\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"76058\">Iran<\/a> boutique hotels<\/strong> offer experiences unlike any other.  Whether you&#8217;re seeking adventure or tranquility, these accommodations provide a distinct blend of culture and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for travelers looking to explore Iran&#8217;s rich heritage while enjoying exceptional <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/travel-ban\/\" title=\"A Letter From the CEO: The Impact of Travel Bans on Iran Visas\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"76055\">hospitality<\/a>. Explore the top <strong>unusual hotels in Iran<\/strong> and find your next unforgettable stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-bali-desert-hotel-khur-and-biabanak-isfahan\">1. Bali Desert Hotel, Khur and Biabanak, Isfahan<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bali-Desert-Hotel-Khur-and-Biabanak-Isfahan.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Desert Hotel, Khur and Biabanak, Isfahan\" class=\"wp-image-82822\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bali-Desert-Hotel-Khur-and-Biabanak-Isfahan.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bali-Desert-Hotel-Khur-and-Biabanak-Isfahan-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bali Desert Hotel, Khur and Biabanak, Isfahan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The first hotel on our list of <strong>Iran&#8217;s most <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/can-americans-visit-iran\/\" title=\"Can Americans Visit Iran in 2025? Guide for US Citizens\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"5493\">unusual hotels<\/a><\/strong> is the <strong>Bali Desert Hotel<\/strong>. This hotel is also known as the <strong>Khur Bali Hotel<\/strong> or <strong>Bali Khur Biabanak Hotel<\/strong>, and all these names point to its location in the Khur and Biabanak district of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/isfahan-travel-guide\/\">Isfahan<\/a><\/strong>, about 55 kilometers from the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/exploring-the-nature-in-the-desert-of-mesr\/\">Mesr Desert<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bali Hotel is designed and built in the traditional style of desert houses in this region. The rooms of this hotel are divided into two sections: one section is similar to other hotels with beds, while the other section consists of traditional rooms without beds, tables, or chairs, designed in a completely traditional style with <strong>mud walls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might wonder why this hotel is included in the list of unusual hotels in Iran. The lively and cheerful atmosphere of this hotel completely changes your perception of staying in a desert area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to travel during the cooler months of the year, we recommend a visit to the Khur and Biabanak region of Isfahan and a stay at the largest desert hotel in <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/fall-in-love-with-the-central-desert-of-iran-in-60-seconds\/\" title=\"Central Desert of Iran: A One-Minute Love Affair\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"79507\">central Iran<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This desert hotel has 32 rooms equipped with essentials such as a study desk and other necessities. However, some rooms are entirely traditional, with no beds, tables, or chairs, offering a completely traditional experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/WTmhDuXUVnomhTtv9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-laleh-kandovan-hotel-east-azerbaijan\">2. Laleh Kandovan Hotel, East Azerbaijan<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Laleh-Kandovan-Hotel-East-Azerbaijan-1.jpg\" alt=\"Laleh Kandovan Hotel, East Azerbaijan\" class=\"wp-image-82825\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Laleh-Kandovan-Hotel-East-Azerbaijan-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Laleh-Kandovan-Hotel-East-Azerbaijan-1-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Laleh Kandovan Hotel, East Azerbaijan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want to spend a night in a <strong>700-year-old<\/strong> unusual accommodation, the <strong>Laleh Kandovan Hotel<\/strong> is your only option. This hotel is the world\u2019s third rock hotel and Iran&#8217;s only rock hotel. It has become so popular worldwide that about 300,000 foreign tourists visit and stay there every year. The hotel is unusual because, unlike other hotels, it doesn\u2019t follow conventional architectural designs. The <strong>cone-shaped<\/strong> houses of this hotel are located outside the city of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/tabriz-travel-guide\/\">Tabriz<\/a><\/strong> in the mountainous and cold <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/kandovan-village\/\">village of Kandovan<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Laleh Rock Hotel<\/strong> consists of <strong>forty natural stone rooms<\/strong>, providing an experience similar to living in a cave. Although this hotel is carved into the mountain, its units are separated by several steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The nearest unit in this rock hotel has forty steps, and to reach the farthest room, you must climb one hundred seventy steps. Therefore, getting to the rooms may not be suitable for individuals with physical disabilities or the elderly. However, it\u2019s worth noting that the hotel\u2019s facilities are <strong>excellent<\/strong> and meet its star rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this mountain hotel, you can book an <strong>imperial suite<\/strong> with 24-hour room service. The hotel\u2019s drinking water is sourced from the surrounding mineral springs, ensuring it\u2019s clean and safe to drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fuKPKe3HLjqYtXwq6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-parsian-ghaleganj-hotel-kerman\">3. Parsian Ghaleganj Hotel, Kerman<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"437\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parsian-Ghaleganj-Hotel-Kerman-1.jpg\" alt=\"Parsian Ghaleganj Hotel, Kerman\" class=\"wp-image-82827\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parsian-Ghaleganj-Hotel-Kerman-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parsian-Ghaleganj-Hotel-Kerman-1-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parsian-Ghaleganj-Hotel-Kerman-1-390x220.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parsian Ghaleganj Hotel, Kerman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Parsian Ghaleganj Hotel<\/strong> in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/kerman-travel-guide\/\">Kerman<\/a><\/strong> is so unique that even its appearance confirms its place among Iran\u2019s unusual hotels. Let us introduce you to the world\u2019s only <strong>capar hotel<\/strong>; the Parsian Ghaleganj Hotel in Kerman. This hotel is the first and only capar hotel in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This hotel has now become one of the most attractive accommodations that every world traveler dreams of staying in. This <strong>capar hotel<\/strong> welcomes many foreign tourists each year. One of the features that make this hotel stand out among Iran\u2019s unusual hotels is its <strong>environmentally friendly<\/strong> design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hotel\u2019s construction is such that it creates no environmental pollution in its surroundings. This hotel, built traditionally, has 30 rooms, all made from materials such as palm tree fibers and daz bushes. Besides its traditional design, the Parsian Ghaleganj Hotel also meets the standards of a modern hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the beauties of staying at this hotel is experiencing the <strong>local lifestyle<\/strong> in a capar, which creates a unique and unforgettable experience. You might find it interesting to know that this unusual <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/exploring-the-pinnacle-of-luxury-in-irans-exquisite-hotels\/\" title=\"The 17 Best Luxury Hotels in Iran \u2013 (2026 Update)\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"75196\">hotel in Iran<\/a> has no foreign counterparts anywhere in the world!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Xtd7HdfJLnHL8fFy8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-toranj-marine-hotel-kish\">4. Toranj Marine Hotel, Kish<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"439\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Toranj-Hotel-Kish-1.jpg\" alt=\"Toranj Hotel Kish\" class=\"wp-image-72043\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Toranj-Hotel-Kish-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Toranj-Hotel-Kish-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Toranj-Hotel-Kish-1-390x220.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Toranj Hotel Kish<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Toranj Marine Hotel<\/strong> in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/kish-travel-guide\/\">Kish<\/a><\/strong> is the first <strong>marine hotel<\/strong> in the Middle East. This hotel is one of the most unusual hotels in Iran. The main reason Toranj Hotel is listed among Iran\u2019s most surprising hotels is its location on the blue waters of the <strong>Persian Gulf<\/strong>, allowing guests to enjoy stunning views of the sea and the experience of being on the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another feature that makes Toranj Hotel one of the most unique hotels in Iran is its design, which, when viewed from above, resembles a <strong>toranj<\/strong>. You can only find similar designs in countries like the Maldives and the Caribbean. The hotel\u2019s interior design is also impressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The interior design of Toranj Hotel features glass floors in some rooms, allowing guests to observe the movements of fish, corals, and jellyfish beneath their feet. In other rooms, guests can sit on a terrace overlooking the sea and enjoy the blue sky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000;background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color has-small-font-size\" style=\"color:#1e0e7c;line-height:.9\"><strong>BOOK ONLINE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1e0e7c;font-size:25px;font-style:normal;font-weight:700\"><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/tag\/best-hotels\/\" title=\"best hotels\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"76057\">Iran Hotels<\/a> Online<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/hotel?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=surfiran\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#ffffff;background-color:#f94931\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">Book Now<\/mark><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Toranj Hotel offers complimentary services such as buffet breakfast and lunch, airport transfers, a gym, and recreational activities like <strong>beach volleyball<\/strong>. The hotel is close to famous attractions like Kolbe Hoore and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/the-greek-ship-of-kish\/\" title=\"The Greek Ship of Kish\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"55876\">the Greek Ship<\/a> but is somewhat far from the city center. However, the free shuttle services to shopping centers make up for this distance, and staying at Toranj Marine Hotel will create wonderful memories of your trip to this beautiful island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Toranj <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-5-hotels-in-kish-for-an-unforgettable-stay\/\" title=\"Top 5 Hotels in Kish for an Unforgettable Stay\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"69272\">Hotel in Kish<\/a>, you can visit the hotel\u2019s <strong>Golf Cafe<\/strong> and taste international cuisine; enjoy breakfast and afternoon tea at the <strong>Taj Restaurant<\/strong>; have lunch and dinner at the <strong>Beach Restaurant<\/strong>; or sip a hot beverage at the <strong>Beach Cafe<\/strong>. Toranj Hotel also offers other amenities for guests, including a <strong>marine club<\/strong>, a <strong>massage house<\/strong>, a <strong>game room<\/strong> with billiards, foosball, and air hockey tables, and transportation with golf carts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ehC7BNS3AyLg7Vbx6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-laleh-bistoon-hotel-kermanshah\">5. Laleh Bistoon Hotel, Kermanshah<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Laleh-Bistoon-Hotel-Kermanshah-1.jpg\" alt=\"Laleh Bistoon Hotel, Kermanshah\" class=\"wp-image-82830\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Laleh-Bistoon-Hotel-Kermanshah-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Laleh-Bistoon-Hotel-Kermanshah-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Laleh Bistoon Hotel, Kermanshah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Another unusual hotel in Iran is the <strong>Laleh Bistoon International Hotel<\/strong> in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/kermanshah-travel-guide\/\">Kermanshah<\/a><\/strong>, located in the mountains of Kermanshah. At this hotel, you can wake up in front of a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iran-world-heritage-sites\/\">UNESCO World Heritage site<\/a><\/strong>. This hotel is a <strong>Safavid-era caravanserai<\/strong> built at the foot of <strong>Mount Farhad Tarash<\/strong>. The hotel is located in Kermanshah, and its unusual aspect is its architecture and location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This hotel is a caravanserai from the Safavid era, built in the <strong>four-iwan<\/strong> architectural style, and has a historical background. The Laleh Hotel was last renovated in 2015, providing facilities comparable to a 5-star hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying at this hotel, you can access the central courtyard and enjoy the view of the semi-finished historical site known as <strong>Farhad Tarash<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a history and culture lover with a passion for Iran\u2019s beautiful literary legends, staying at Laleh Bistoon Hotel will amaze you. Each room has unique and beautiful architecture, and with 24-hour room service and complete amenities, you will be even more impressed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hotel offers standard accommodation units, as well as royal and imperial suites, which you can book for a few nights. If you\u2019re lucky and visit the hotel at the right time, you can enjoy performances of traditional Iranian music in the hotel courtyard and purchase beautiful <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/qom-atiq-mosque\/\" title=\"Qom Atiq Mosque\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2183\">Iranian handicrafts<\/a> as souvenirs from the periodic exhibitions held on-site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bzpS2d5veHDXwvtw7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-dorna-nomadic-camp-meshginshahr\">6. Dorna Nomadic Camp, Meshginshahr<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dorna-Nomadic-Camp-Meshginshahr-1.jpg\" alt=\"Dorna Nomadic Camp, Meshginshahr\" class=\"wp-image-82832\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dorna-Nomadic-Camp-Meshginshahr-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dorna-Nomadic-Camp-Meshginshahr-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dorna Nomadic Camp, Meshginshahr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the most exciting and unusual hotels in Iran is the <strong>Dorna Nomadic Camp<\/strong> in <strong>Meshginshahr<\/strong>, which offers an experience of staying in the heart of nature. This camp is located 20 kilometers south of Meshginshahr, on the green slopes of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/mount-sabalan\/\">Mount Sabalan<\/a><\/strong>. The camp\u2019s design is inspired by the <strong>stone-chambered architecture<\/strong> of the Turkmen and Shahsavan nomads of Iran, featuring units such as mountain cottages, various caravanserai rooms, and two Shahsavan nomadic tents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Dorna Nomadic Eco Camp<\/strong> in Meshginshahr has four mountain cottages, two nomadic tent accommodations, and two hobbit cottages. Due to the cool climate of Sabalan, there are no cooling systems in any of the units, and in the tent-like accommodations, there are no private bathrooms or showers. Guests must use shared facilities outside the camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rooms at this camp include single-bed caravanserai rooms, double-bed caravanserai rooms, three-bed caravanserai rooms, four-bed mountain cottages, four-bed hobbit homes, and six-bed royal caravanserai suites, which can be booked in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The caravanserai units all have Western-style bathrooms, showers, and gas heaters. The four-bed cottages also come with a shower, Western-style bathroom, wood-burning fireplace, and heater. The <strong>Dorna Nomadic Eco Camp<\/strong> units do not have televisions, and extra beds are provided in the form of mattresses. The camp features a restaurant with a capacity of 50 people, serving a variety of delicious local <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/10-best-persian-foods-try\/\" title=\"Iranian dishes\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"161\">Iranian dishes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying at this eco-camp offers many recreational activities, such as horseback riding, paragliding, mountain climbing, cycling, swimming, hiking in the mountain foothills, and skiing in the snowy seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/QQQ4SBQAh54LDuRA9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-majara-residence-hormuz-island\">7. Majara Residence, Hormuz Island<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Majara-Residence-Hormuz-Island-1.jpg\" alt=\"Majara Residence, Hormuz Island\" class=\"wp-image-82834\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Majara-Residence-Hormuz-Island-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Majara-Residence-Hormuz-Island-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Majara Residence, Hormuz Island<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Undoubtedly, a stay on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/hormuz-travel-guide\/\">Hormuz Island<\/a><\/strong> will be one of the best trips of your life. This island is located 8 kilometers from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/bandar-abbas-travel-guide\/\">Bandar Abbas<\/a><\/strong>, and due to the variety of colors in its soil, it has gained fame. The colorful soils of this island inspired the creation of a unique accommodation called <strong>Majara<\/strong>, one of the newest members of Iran\u2019s unusual hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Majara Residence<\/strong> covers more than 10,000 square meters, and when viewed from above, it appears as a rainbow of thousands of colors. Staying in these colorful dome-shaped houses will give visitors a strange feeling of the nature of Hormuz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Majara Residence consists of several dome-shaped accommodation units, and the interior of these domes is as colorful as the exterior. Inside these domes, you\u2019ll find all the amenities of a high-quality hotel, including standard beds, tables, chairs, refrigerators, bathrooms, and showers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/6V2bV5CrgnVxBeDW8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-dorsa-hotel-bushehr\">8. Dorsa Hotel, Bushehr<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dorsa-Hotel-Bushehr.jpg\" alt=\"Dorsa Hotel, Bushehr\" class=\"wp-image-82839\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dorsa-Hotel-Bushehr.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dorsa-Hotel-Bushehr-768x517.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dorsa Hotel, Bushehr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Imagine spending a dreamy night in a <strong>wooden cabin<\/strong> by the <strong>Persian Gulf<\/strong>, with the scent of the sea and the view of the Gulf before you, while enjoying a meal at the dining table and listening to the sound of the waves. All of these beautiful moments are possible with a stay at one of Iran\u2019s unusual hotels, the <strong>Dorsa Hotel<\/strong> in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/music-in-the-air-in-bushehr\/\">Bushehr<\/a><\/strong>. This hotel is part of a recreational resort, featuring 20 cottages that can accommodate 3 to 5 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All the cottages are fully equipped with amenities such as kitchens, furniture, televisions, and standard double and single beds. The Dorsa Hotel in Bushehr is a complete hotel, so you can rest assured about the cleanliness and hygiene of all its units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This beautiful hotel also features an excellent traditional <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/10-best-rasht-restaurants\/\" title=\"10 Best Rashti Restaurants in Rasht You Have to Try\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"76059\">restaurant<\/a> offering a variety of local and seafood dishes. If you\u2019re in the mood for southern <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/si-o-se-pol-bridge\/\" title=\"Si-o-Se-Pol Bridge in Isfahan\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"80319\">Iranian cuisine<\/a>, we recommend trying the <strong>Ghalyeh Mahi<\/strong>, <strong>Ghalyeh Meygoo<\/strong>, <strong>Bushehri stew<\/strong>, and <strong>Dal Adas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9Xtdy3XLUeDZbMe89\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-abbasi-hotel-isfahan\">9. Abbasi Hotel, Isfahan<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Staying-at-Abbasi-Hotel-in-Isfahan-1.jpg\" alt=\"Staying at Abbasi Hotel in Isfahan\" class=\"wp-image-80690\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Staying-at-Abbasi-Hotel-in-Isfahan-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Staying-at-Abbasi-Hotel-in-Isfahan-1-768x503.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/pahlevanpour-garden-in-yazd\/\" title=\"Pahlevanpour Garden in Yazd: A Must-Visit Attraction\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"30804\">Abbasi Hotel<\/a>, Isfahan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/abbasi-hotel-in-isfahan\/\">Abbasi Hotel<\/a><\/strong> is the oldest inn in the world, located in <strong>Isfahan<\/strong>. Given its rich history, this hotel is famous and still hosts visitors to Isfahan. The <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/hotel\/abbasi-hotel-isfahan?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=surfiranlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Abbasi Hotel\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"136\">Abbasi Hotel<\/a> is not a simple hotel with facilities like other hotels. It is a <strong>showcase<\/strong> of Isfahan\u2019s architectural style, displaying the glory and grandeur of the <strong>Safavid<\/strong> art during the reign of <strong>Shah Abbas I<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>luxurious <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/hotel\/abbasi-hotel-isfahan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Abbasi Hotel\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"165\">Abbasi Hotel<\/a><\/strong> has been standing for over <strong>300 years<\/strong>. This building was a caravanserai during the Safavid era and is now known as the world\u2019s oldest hotel-museum and one of Iran\u2019s unusual hotels. This unique hotel was built during the reign of <strong>Shah Sultan Hussein Safavi<\/strong> near Chaharbagh Square in Isfahan by order of the king. Shah Sultan Hussein gave the <strong>Abbasi Caravanserai<\/strong>, along with the school and bazaar between them, as a gift to his mother.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the <strong>Safavid era<\/strong>, Isfahan was a major trading center, attracting many merchants for trade. The Abbasi Caravanserai served as their accommodation. The hotel suffered significant damage during the Afghan invasion of Iran, but it was restored during the <strong>Qajar era<\/strong>, and many Qajar-style paintings were added to the rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, under the supervision of French architect and archaeologist <strong>Andre Godard<\/strong>, the <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/hotel\/abbasi-hotel-isfahan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Abbasi Hotel\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"166\">Abbasi Hotel<\/a><\/strong> was opened in 1966. Since then, many famous people worldwide have stayed at this hotel. Many politicians, athletes, and famous actors from around the world visit this hotel as soon as they arrive in Isfahan, and all agree that the <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/hotel\/abbasi-hotel-isfahan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Abbasi Hotel\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"167\">Abbasi Hotel<\/a> is one of the most beautiful and unusual accommodations in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/rAtde1jP2pGN9Bu28\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-zein-o-din-caravanserai-yazd\">10. Zein-o-Din Caravanserai, Yazd<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Zein-o-Din-Caravanserai-Yazd-1.jpg\" alt=\"Zein-o-Din Caravanserai, Yazd\" class=\"wp-image-82840\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Zein-o-Din-Caravanserai-Yazd-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Zein-o-Din-Caravanserai-Yazd-1-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zein-o-Din Caravanserai, Yazd<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a unique experience to spend the night in an accommodation that has witnessed a significant historical event. The <strong>Zein-o-Din Caravanserai<\/strong> was built to commemorate the meeting between <strong>Shah Abbas I<\/strong> of the <strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/safavid-dynasty\/\" title=\"The Safavid Dynasty: The Birth of Modern Iran\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"76056\">Safavid dynasty<\/a><\/strong> and <strong>Zein-o-Din Ganjali Khan<\/strong> in the 10th century AH. This caravanserai, now known as a hotel, is the most unusual caravanserai in Iran in terms of architectural design. There is no other caravanserai in Iran with a circular architectural plan, but the design of this caravanserai is circular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the restoration of this building, the actual construction materials remaining from the caravanserai found around the site were used. The restoration was so well-executed that <strong>UNESCO<\/strong> awarded this building the <strong>Best Historical Building Restoration Award<\/strong> in 2006. Interestingly, <strong>Tatler magazine<\/strong> has listed the Zein-o-Din Caravanserai Hotel as one of the <strong>101 Best Hotels in the World<\/strong>. Staying at this hotel allows you to spend the night in one of Iran\u2019s national historical monuments in the middle of a beautiful desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This building was designed by <strong>Sultan Muhammad Sultan Yazdi<\/strong>, a prominent architect of the Safavid era and the architect of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/ganjali-khan-complex-kerman\/\">Ganjali Khan Complex<\/a><\/strong>. The Zein-o-Din Caravanserai features a 12-sided courtyard with <strong>platforms<\/strong> around it. The sacred numbers 5 and 12 in Islam are represented in the hotel\u2019s towers and platforms. During your stay at this hotel, you can go up to the roof at night and gaze at the <strong>starry desert sky<\/strong> until dawn, observing celestial bodies without any light pollution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/n61uPkgyGLdh8ki5A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Location on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-barin-hotel-shemshak\">11. Barin Hotel Shemshak<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Barin-Hotel-Shemshak-1.jpg\" alt=\"Barin Hotel Shemshak\" class=\"wp-image-82841\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Barin-Hotel-Shemshak-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Barin-Hotel-Shemshak-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Barin Hotel Shemshak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Shemshak<\/strong> has long been a favorite getaway for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/tehran-travel-guide\/\">Tehran<\/a><\/strong> residents due to its cool climate. Staying in the mountains of northern <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/is-tehran-safe-a-guide-for-foreign-tourists\/\" title=\"Is Tehran Safe? A Guide for Foreign Tourists\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"76054\">Tehran<\/a> in a hotel resembling an <strong>Eskimo\u2019s igloo<\/strong> is a unique experience. This hotel won the <strong>Chicago International Architecture Award<\/strong> in 2012 and is one of Iran\u2019s unusual hotels. The hotel\u2019s architect aimed to create a design that closely resembles the mountainous environment of Shemshak. The white color of the hotel is inspired by the snow-covered <strong>mountains of Alborz<\/strong>, and the curved lines in its design symbolize the layers of melting snow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This hotel was built in 2011, with a ten-story structure. The size of the hotel rooms starts at 45 square meters and goes up to 270 square meters in the form of a penthouse. The higher the floor you choose to stay on, the more you will need to pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The penthouse units have a <strong>hot water pool<\/strong> on the terrace, providing a unique experience of swimming in cold weather. All the corridors and rooms are designed in the style of <strong>Eskimo architecture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each room in this hotel is unique and interesting because the designer tried to create an environment that reflects the feel of <strong>icy igloos<\/strong>. So, if you\u2019ve ever enjoyed seeing icy huts in movies and cartoons and want to experience staying in them, the <strong>Barin Hotel <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/shemshak\/\" title=\"Shemshak Ski Resort: Tehran\u2019s Winter Sports Hub\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"20706\">Shemshak<\/a><\/strong> is an excellent choice and will host you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2BL5G2xPfJm4k6Jr7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View this Hotel on Google Maps<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/iran-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/surfiran-tours.jpg\" alt=\"Iran Tours with SURFIRAN\" class=\"wp-image-69140\" title=\"Iran Tours with SURFIRAN\" srcset=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/surfiran-tours.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/surfiran-tours-780x310.jpg 780w, https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/surfiran-tours-768x306.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you know, the most important thing to consider before any trip is choosing the <strong>right accommodation<\/strong>. Many believe that selecting a place to stay is not just about finding a place to rest but about living in a different environment. In this article from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/\">SURFIRAN<\/a><\/strong>, we introduced you to some of the most <strong>unusual hotels<\/strong> in Iran, offering travelers a completely different and unique experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links yoast-seo-related-links\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iran-unusual-foods\/\">8 Unusual Foods You Must Try In Iran<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/persian-caravanserai\/\">Persian Caravanserai: Roadside Inns on Iran&#8217;s Silk Road<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/most-expensive-hotels-iran\/\">Iran&#8217;s Top 5 Most Expensive Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/5-romantic-hotels-to-spend-your-honeymoon-in-kish\/\">5 Romantic Hotels to Spend Your Honeymoon in Kish<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-7-ancient-caravanserais-to-stay-in-while-in-iran\/\">Top 7 Ancient Caravanserais to Stay in While in Iran<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore Iran\u2019s most unusual hotels offering unforgettable stays in unique locations, from desert oases to mountain retreats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":82836,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15717,1],"tags":[15637,753,16438],"class_list":["post-82587","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-accommodation","category-tourism-iran","tag-accommodation","tag-hotel","tag-unusual-hotel"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82587","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=82587"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82587\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82836"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=82587"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=82587"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=82587"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}