15 Themed Hotel Rooms That Are So Bizarre They're Actually Kinda Cool

This boutique hotel in upstate New York has 43 rooms themed around various old movies and TV shows. The Wizard's Emeralds room has a yellow brick road and a poppy-decorated bathroom, while Fred's Lair is a full Flinstones experience. But the Coconut Cream Pie room might be their most unique, perfect for anyone who's wanted to sleep inside their favorite dessert.

Address: 2258 County Highway 41, Roxbury, NY 12474

Rooms starting at: $164/night

Shipping containers became trendy within the last decade, and now you can stay in a hotel made from them. FlopHouze is an army of renovated shipping containers, decked out with comfy furniture, a private bathroom, and kitchen. They were all built with repurposed and recycled wood, and the windows came from a school that was being demolished. If you couldn't tell, they're pretty big on sustainability here.

Address: 1132 W, Farm to Market Rd 1291, Round Top, TX 78954

Rooms starting at: $385/two nights

Affectionately known as the Vick, this hotel has an impressive range of themed rooms. One of the most popular is the '50s suite, where guests sleep in a shiny Cadillac convertible — complete with fuzzy dice, of course. There's a projector-style screen on the wall to emulate a drive-in, a neon-lit hot tub, and a table that just screams "retro diner." Meanwhile, the Rome suite features a chariot bed and a sunken hot tub, while the French suite channels a Parisian artist's loft.

Address: 326 Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440

Rooms starting at: $255/night

This world-renowned hotel is the perfect balance of luxury and kitschiness — you're not compromising on comfort for the aesthetic. Each room at the Madonna Inn has a different theme, including Safari, Pioneer America, Golfer's Room, Old Mexico, Espana, and the "Madonna Suite" with a rock wall, a fireplace, and a waterfall shower.

Address: 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Rooms starting at: $219/night

This hotel in New York City is for art lovers. Each room has been decorated by a different artist as part of the hotel's residency program. Artists stayed on-site and were given free rein to design their room as they liked. Each one has its own distinct personality — even the hallways are completely covered in bright art. There's really no way to describe the unique energy of this eclectic hotel — you'll just have to visit and feel it for yourself.

Address: 160 East 25th Street 2nd Floor, Gramercy, New York, NY 10010

Rooms starting at: $80/night

You've probably never wanted to stay overnight in an elementary school, but we promise it's cooler than it sounds. This old school in Portland has been transformed into a cozy historic hotel, though it still retains touches of its former life. You'll see old class photos on the wall and blackboards in some of the guest rooms, along with modern upgrades like a movie theater, a brewery, a restaurant, and several small bars.

Address: 5736 NE 33rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97211

Rooms starting at: $125/night

It's Christmas all year round at this magical hotel in Tennessee! Suites are decked out with Christmas trees, decorations, and fireplaces, and the halls are filled with carols and endless Yuletide cheer. There's usually a regular Santa concert and story time with Mrs. Claus, which have been put on hold during COVID but should be back soon.

Address: 119 Christmas Tree Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868

Rooms starting at: $189/night

You can book regular rooms at this hotel in Denver's city center — but skip those and head straight for their hyper-themed suites. There's a Star Trek one, a Ghostbusters one, and the Barbie room beloved by adults and kids alike. A favorite option is the video game suite, which comes complete with a Donkey Kong arcade and board games.

Address: 1405 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202

Rooms starting at: $209/night

You don't need to be a kid to enjoy Legoland. The Lego-themed rooms have distinct themes to choose from, whether you're after a princess and knights vibe or more of a pirate aesthetic. Once you're done solving the in-room treasure hunt, the Legoland theme park and waterpark are right at your doorstep.

Address: 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL 33884

Rooms starting at: $180/night

The Liberty used to be a jail in Downtown Boston, but it has since been refurbished into luxury accommodation. It's steeped in history: One famous past inmate was disgraced Boston mayor James Curley. The on-site restaurant and bar are cheekily named Clink and Alibi (the latter lets you drink in former cells!), and the service is exactly what you'd expect from a high-end hotel. It's up to you whether you believe the rumors that it's haunted.

Address: 215 Charles Street, West End, Boston, MA 02114
Rooms starting at: $414/night

Get in touch with your inner caveman by staying in the Cave Room at this themed hotel in New Hampshire. The mosaic floor, salt rock lights, fossil decor, and rough textured walls really make you feel like you're sleeping underground. Don't worry though — it's still got TVs, a waterfall shower, and a private hot tub. Other themed rooms include a treehouse, dragon's lair, and a love shack.

Address: 3440 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH 03860

Rooms starting at: $199/night

You wouldn't expect to have a tropical getaway in the middle of Idaho, but at the Black Swan Inn you can do just that. Their Tropical Paradise suite is as close to an oasis as you'll get in middle America. The walls are covered in hand-painted murals and fake rock to make you feel like you're in the jungle. There's a 15-foot waterfall and deep tub to soak in, before you fall asleep to animal sounds. They have plenty of other themes to choose from, including Under the Sea, Mayan Rainforest, and Sea Cave.

Address: 746 East Center Street, Pocatello, ID 83201

Rooms starting at: $119/night

At this art museum/hotel combo in Cincinnati, there's no need to even leave the premise to get a hit of culture. The lobby, hallways, and rooms all double as an art gallery, with curated pieces chosen to accentuate the modern space. There are 21c Museum Hotels in a handful of locations around the country, with rotating exhibits to keep things fresh. The on-site restaurant focuses on high-quality, locally sourced food.

Address: 609 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Rooms starting at: $239/night

If you couldn't tell by the ~chateau~ in the name, this hotel is really leaning into a French theme. What's more, 11 of their suites are decked out with another theme, most of which are regal or medieval inspired. Think suits of armor, fake stone walls, drawbridge doors, oak barrels, and, obviously, a hot tub. Other themes include Caesar, Monte Cristo, Venetian, Castaway, and Tahitian.

Address: 701 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, KS 66111

Rooms starting at: $179/night

Get excited, train enthusiasts: Your chance to sleep in an authentic railroad car has arrived. Located in Ronks, under two hour's drive from Philly, this quirky motel features 38 cabooses that have been jazzed up and decorated in color schemes inspired by famous American railroads (and half of them were also part of the Pennsylvania Railroad). There's also an on-site arcade, restaurant, and ice-cream parlor, and you can also stop by the barn for free movie screenings.

Address: 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA 17572

Rooms starting at: $90/night