Star Wars Immersive Hotel

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, which Disney just unveiled a scale model of, is going to give an entirely new generation of visitors a reason to visit the happiest place on earth. If the new attraction isn't enough to book your tickets for 2019, this might be — an immersive Star Wars hotel. The experience looks to play as a setpiece, with guests donning uniforms and becoming part of a story that unfolds around them, complete with bleeping androids and bizarre aliens. It's cosplay for the whole family, in the cinematic universe we've all wanted to be a part of for since we were kids.

Helicopter Hotel Room

Thanks to the noise, we wouldn't want to sleep in a working helicopter. This Helicopter Hotel Room would do just fine though. Located at Mains Farm in Stirling, Scotland, this unique accommodation is inside a decommissioned Royal Navy ZA127 Sea King Helicopter. While the exterior received modest updates, the interior was transformed into a cozy room, with bright white walls, natural shelving, and a stainless steel kitchenette. There's sleeping room for five (two adults and three kids), as well as a lounge area in the cockpit, complete with the original flight deck and views of the countryside through the windows.

Cabin Moving Hotel

Instead of exhausting yourself with an early-morning flight, sleep your way from SF to LA aboard the Cabin Moving Hotel. This innovative new service offers round-trip service between the two cities, with trips departing at 11:00 pm and arriving by 7:00 am. While traveling, you can enjoy the comfortable design of their customized bus, including a private sleeping cabin with memory foam mattress, soft sheets, a personal outlet, blackout drapes, and soundproof walls. When you wake, you can take advantage of the freshly-brewed coffee, spacious bathrooms, and free Wifi. Tickets include two pieces of luggage per person, and the central boarding and de-boarding sites make it easy to complete the last leg of your journey.

Henrietta Hotel

Located in Covent Garden, the Henrietta Hotel is the first London hotel from the Experimental Group. Like their other projects, the 18-room hotel has a strong emphasis on food, cocktails, and design. Each room is unique with its own selection of rich fabrics, marble details, custom-made headboards, and minibars stocked with signature cocktails. The on-site restaurant is head by chef Ollie Dabbous and serves up seasonal dishes with a French influence. After dinner, drink historians Jared Brown and Anistatia Miller have crafted a menu of cocktails inspired by the historic area that can be enjoyed on the building's rooftop mezzanine.

Masseria Moroseta

Set of a ridge overlooking rows of olive trees, Masseria Moroseta offers modern amenities clothed in a rustic sandstone facade. The structure is modeled after the primitive farmhouses found throughout the Puglian countryside, using local materials and traditional techniques of the region to blend into its rural setting. The four rooms and two suites are all arranged around a central courtyard, each providing a king-sized bed, showers, and private outdoor space overlooking the olive grove, while a shared rooftop terrace affords views of the Adriatic Sea. The site also features a large pool, spa, and a selection of organic fare prepared with both on-site and local ingredients.

Cotton House Hotel

Housed in the former headquarters of the Cotton Textile Foundation, the Cotton House Hotel offers luxury accommodations in the heart of Barcelona. The 19th-century building has been completely restored, preserving the original marble staircase, parquet floors, and boiserie embellished ceilings and walls. All of the 83 rooms and 5 suites evoke the site's textile past, borrowing everything from the textures to the color pallete from the cotton plant. Along with their bar and restaurant, the hotel also offers a library, outdoor terrace, pool, concierge service, and an artisanal tailor service provided by Santa Eulalia.

Casa Malca

Situated along the beach in Tulum, Mexico, Casa Malca is far removed from its notorious past. Once the home of Pablo Escobar, the property has since been transformed into a 35-room hotel. The renovated rooms are filled with eclectic furniture and art, which are given a chance to shine thanks to the white walls and polished concrete floors. Nourishment comes in the form of two on-site restaurants serving light, local fare, and a bar is available for mid-afternoon indulgence. Floor-to-ceiling windows give a view of the ocean and gardens, but with three pools and rooftop deck, odds are you won't be spending much time inside.

The Slow Hotel

The name says it all. A creation of George Gorrow, the designer behind streetwear label Ksubi, and his wife and model Cisco, The Slow Hotel brings an infectious, laid-back surfer attitude to the coast of Bali. Gorrow worked with GFAB Architects to create the 12-room accommodation's "Tropical Brutalism" style, with an exterior clad in Bangkirai hardwood screens and an interior focused on the couple's art collection. Also on site are a gallery, a flagship store for their latest lifestyle brand, and the aptly named Eat & Drink, which serves as a café by day and private dining spot in the later hours. Music from LA's Reverberation Radio plays throughout the property, acting as a backdrop to your relaxed stay.

Photos: Tommaso Riva / The Slow

Minam River Lodge

Only accessible by foot, horseback, or chartered flight, Oregon's Minam River Lodge is about as secluded as it gets. The former hunting lodge sits on the banks of its namesake landmark in the middle of the Eagle Cap Wilderness. Although the location may be rugged, the accommodations are anything but. Lodging includes glamping-style tents with queen beds, cabins with waterfall showers and wood stoves, as well as guest rooms, featuring a 600 square foot suite with views of the river valley and the Eagle Caps. For those looking for an authentic camping experience, pack your sleeping bag and stay in on of their original teepees. The kitchen serves ou local fare, including vegetables and herbs from the onsite garden. Surrounded by 361,446-acres of wilderness, the property offers over 500 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, trout fishing in the river, and glimpses of wildlife ranging from bald eagles to black bears.

Austin Motel

First opening in 1938, the Austin Motel is getting a second life. The exterior preserves its retro motor court appeal with its iconic roadside sign, glowing neons, and a kidney-shaped pool lined with old-school loungers. Although undergoing a complete refresh, the 41 rooms still maintain a quirky vintage appeal with bright colors, eclectic prints, antique furniture, and plush vinyl beds. Aside from the stylish new accommodations, the hotel also offers a cocktail bar specializing in punches that pair perfectly with the burgers served from the onsite Jo's Burger Box trailer.

American Trade Hotel

Located in a restored landmark building in Panama's Casco Viejo, the American Trade Hotel is a celebration of its historic neighborhood. The project is a collaboration between Panama City's Conservatorio, Commune Design, and Atelier Ace — the in-house creative team behind Ace Hotels. Like its sister hotels, the interior is a mix of local architecture and contemporary design. Each room offers reclaimed wood furniture, a 32-inch plasma TV, a rain shower, and a balcony overlooking the Plaza Herrera. Aside from the stylish accommodations, the hotel also houses The Dinning Room, The Lobby Café and Bar, Danilo's Jazz Club, and Café Unido — a craft roaster serving Panama's finest local coffee.

Buubble Hotel

Located in a secluded area about an hour's drive from Reykjavik, the Buubble Hotel is a climate-controlled way to take in nature. In the winter, each of the hotel's five rooms offers vistas of the snow and, if you're lucky, the aurora borealis, while the summer brings views of wildlife and the midnight sun. All of the bubbles sleep two adults, with room for a child in a couple, and thanks to a noiseless ventilation system that renews the air multiple times per hour, it stays warm and dry inside, even during winter.

Smith Cabin

Set on the backside of Aspen Mountain, the Smith Cabin is a rustic getaway with unparalleled views. Thanks to its location, you get a unique perspective of the surrounding mountains and the ghost town of Ashcroft. The house itself sleeps up to nine people in three bedrooms, has an inviting, open kitchen/living area with fireplace, and extends outside onto a spacious deck. Depending on the season, there are plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and skiing nearby, and downtown Aspen is just a 35-minute drive away.

Public Hotel

After fathering the Boutique hotel in the 1980s, Studio 54 founder Ian Schrager is once again revamping the hospitality industry with Public Hotel. The Lower East Side accommodations are offering luxury to the masses with 370 rooms that only look expensive. Each room features custom-designed platform beds, floor-to-ceiling windows, and the fastest wireless internet in New York City, with loft and suite options available. The hotel also houses a Jean-Georges Vongerichten-headed restaurant, three bars — including a glass encased rooftop lounge with 360-degree views of the city, a market, and an innovative performance space hosting anything from art exhibits to intimate musical performances.

Scarp Ridge Lodge

Originally built in 1885 as a saloon and dancehall for Croatian workers, the Scarp Ridge Lodge now serves as a comfortable, all-inclusive seven-room property in Crested Butte, a well preserved, historic silver mining town. The building's facade has hardly changed in its 100+ years, but the interior has received a major upgrade with more contemporary furnishings, an indoor saltwater pool, a gourmet kitchen, a library, a cinema, a bar, and a children's playroom. Outside, you'll find plenty to do, as skiing, rafting, kayaking, fly-fishing, and hiking are all available nearby, and as with everything else at the Lodge, the attentive staff will make sure you have the proper gear and guides to make the most of your adventures.

Fordypningsrommet Fleinvaer Cabins

No shops. No people. No worries. Located in Norway's Arctic archipelago, the Fordypningsrommet Fleinvaer Cabins are a real escape from everyday life. The island is comprised of nine "houses," only four of which are meant for sleeping. A tower house serves as a site for inspiration and is joined by dedicated structures for the kitchen, studio, sauna, and bath. There's also a cave near the sauna's pier that can be slept in, and in total there's enough room for up to 12 people or way more than you should probably bring along if you're looking to take full advantage of the solitude.

Photos: Kathrine Sørgård & Fredrik Asplin / Fordypningsrommet

Il Sereno Hotel

Set along the shores of Italy's Lake Como, the Il Sereno Hotel is a modern getaway in an old world setting. Each of the hotel's 30 suites offers floor-to-ceiling windows to better take in the waterfront views, contemporary furnishings, walk-in showers, and outdoor terraces. Also on site are a full-service spa, located under original, century-old arches, a 60-foot freshwater infinity pool, a restaurant, a private beach, and a dock. Be sure to make use of the latter by arriving on one of the hotel's three custom Riva boats.

Sofia Coppola's Beach House

Overlooking the ocean in a small village in Belize, Sofia Coppola's Beach House adds a mid-century flare to the traditional tropical getaway. The Laurent Deroo-designed accommodations is a part of the Coppola family resort Turtle Inn and consists of a main house and two guest bungalows. The home steps away from the rest of the resort's Balinese style with more modern lines, while still maintaining the relaxed atmosphere of a Caribbean retreat. Features include an open-air living area, private pool, master suite, bunkroom, private butler, and oceanfront media room where you can watch your favorite Coppola family films.

Be Tulum Hotel

Located where the jungle meets the sea, Be Tulum Hotel offers beachfront accommodations on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. The resort's 44 suites inherit the local atmosphere with private gardens, plunge pools, native decor, and views of the Caribbean Sea. There's no need to leave the property thanks to a handful of restaurants serving a unique range of fare including raw seafood, exotic small plates, and open fire specialties. While snorkeling, biking, and horseback riding are available, the jungle side houses a wellness spa specializing in indigenous treatments performed with herbs and plants grown on the rooftop garden.

Longitude 131°

Inspired by traditional African safari camps, Longitude 131° offers luxury accommodations just a few miles from the natural wonder of Ayers Rock. The resort has 15 tented pavilions, each equipped with a bed, desk, ensuite bathroom with shower, artworks from local Indigenous artists, and a large balcony with a day bed for under-the-stars nighttime lounging, armchairs, and a fireplace. The heart of the property is the Dune House, which houses the main restaurant and service areas, and you can also grab dinner under the stars at Table 131°. And since it'd be a shame to be so close to natural beauty and not explore it, each all-inclusive package includes a variety of guided excursions to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Photos: Longitude 131°

Setouchi Aonagi Hotel

Located in the booming Matsuyama region of Japan, the Setouchi Aonagi Hotel is often notable for what it lacks. Designed by Tadao Ando, the property was formerly an art museum, but now holds a total of seven guestrooms, each offering a minimalist vibe that's seen the removal of all unnecessary elements. The grounds are also home to two pools — one of which juts out towards the sea — a hot spring jacuzzi, a sauna, a spa, a gallery, and a restaurant serving seasonal ingredients from the region. Plentiful glass lets you take in the views of both the water and the impressive concrete architecture.

Life Hotel

Housed in an 1890's NoMad building that formerly served as the offices of Life magazine, the aptly named Life Hotel pays heritage to its past while offering modern conveniences. Its 98 rooms range from single queens to multi-room suites, nearly all with wrought iron bed frames, 60-inch TVs, Carrera marble countertops, rainfall showerheads, and unique artwork. Just steps from the Empire State building, the hotel opens this Spring, and will also house a full-service restaurant, as well as an intimate basement bar in the same place the staff used as a speakeasy.

Mulherin's Hotel

Housed in a historic building in Philly's Fishtown neighborhood, Mulherin's Hotel is a unique accommodation. The hotel's four rooms seamlessly blend the old with the new, with an eclectic mix of custom-made furniture, modern fixtures and appliances, original brick walls, king sized beds and hand-picked artwork. Depending on which room you choose, you'll also find flat-screen TVs with Apple TVs attached, McIntosh speaker systems, living plants and cacti, and a custom-built audio console with a curated selection of vinyl. And while all four rooms offer full-sized kitchens, it's hard to pass up the wood-fired Italian fare at the same-named restaurant downstairs.

Amangiri Resort

Take in the seemingly desolate yet beautiful landscape. Then look closer. Designed to blend in with its surroundings, the Amangiri Resort is a hidden gem of the Southwest. Situated on 600 acres of protected valley near the Utah/Arizona border, this upscale resort offers fantastic views and service. The property's 34 suites and multi-bedroom homes share a minimal aesthetic, as well as desert or mesa views, private pools, and sky terraces for stargazing. Also available on the grounds are a gallery, a library, a restaurant serving locally-sourced fare, a spa, and the centerpiece swimming pool built around a natural rock formation. Over 20 minutes away from the nearest town, it offers blissful isolation with modern appointments.

Anvil Hotel

Located in the middle of Jackson Hole just one block from Town Square, the Anvil Hotel mixes modern conveniences with rustic charm. Its rooms offer comfortable beds, two-toned bead board walls, and high-end brass fixtures, all of which come together to give off a simple, inviting vibe. The lobby is a hybrid check-in area and general store, selling everything from Snake River coffee to ski goggles, and the attached Italian spot Glorietta Trattoria serves up handmade pasta and wood-fired fare alongside dangerously good cocktails and wines. An ideal place to call home while you explore the historic town and the plentiful outdoor destinations that surround it.

Nobu Ryokan

Modeled after traditional Japanese Ryokan inns, the Nobu Ryokan Malibu is a complete reimagining of a 1950s-era hotel. Its 16 rooms seamlessly blend interior and outdoor spaces, with calming color schemes, private decks and patios, fireplaces, and handmade teak soaking tubs. The rejuvenated structure is clad with glass, steel, and sustainable teak and ipe wood, offers direct access to Carbon Beach, and, of course, is located just steps away from the local outpost of Nobu restaurant.

Moss Hotel

Situated on Iceland's famous geothermal spa, the Moss Hotel is the best way to experience the Blue Lagoon. This upscale accommodation offers a total of 62 rooms and suites, built atop a lava flow that dates back to the 1200s. The rooms themselves are contemporary and comfortable, offering floor-to-ceiling windows, terraces, and, in the most premium suite, a private lagoon. The Moss Hotel opens this autumn.

Hotel AWA

Set on the shores of southern Chile's Llanquihue Lake, Hotel AWA completely immerses guests in the surrounding landscape. Each of their rooms features floor to ceiling glazing for morning views of the waterfront, as well as the neighboring Osorno Volcano. Outside, the black-sand beach leads to a private dock for kayaking and fishing, while those opting to stay dry can explore the 50-acre property. If simply relaxing is on the agenda, a sull-service spa inspired by the local elements — water, heat, wood, metal, and earth — is equipped with a semi-Olympic heated pool, sauna, hammam, and whirlpool.