65 Unusual places to stay holidays found
Transylvania holiday accommodation
Stay at a Count's guesthouse
From 100 to 174 per person per night
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Sintra Natural Park accommodation in Portugal
Eco-friendly B&B, in Sintra Natural Park near lovely beaches
From 90 to 120 per room per night
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Beach holiday in Cirali, Turkey
Boutique beach bungalows with lots of rustic charm
From £320 to £390 7 days per person per week
Accommodation:
This beach holiday in Turkey is open between April to November
Devon eco lodge accommodation, England
Quirky eco lodges, 1 with Hot Tub, on a Devon nature reserve
From £205 to £810 per accommodation per week
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Eat local for a lower carbon holiday! Start the adventure with a voucher for a Devon homity pie, salad and spuds from the local farm shop. Book direct before end Feb, quoting Responsible Travel and the code 'locivore'.
Kerala houseboat holiday, India
Set yourself afloat along the quiet Keralan backwaters on a one-bed crewed houseboat
From £960 8 days ex flights
Tailor made
Tobago beach accommodation
17 beautiful accommodations in unique eco resort
From £95 to £310 per accommodation per night
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Rural accommodation in Croatia, Vineyard Cottage
Unique stone eco cottage in vineyards of Dubrovnik Malvasija
From 59 to 99 per accommodation per night
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Cirali beach accommodation, Turkey
Luxurious beach bungalows on Cirali's stunning beach front
From £840 to £960 per cottage per week (sleeps 2)
Accommodation:
This beach accommodation in Turkey is open between April to November
Cochin homestay accommodation, India
Lakeside B&B near to Fort Cochin
From Rupee3,500 to Rupee6,500 per room per night
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Sri Lanka eco lodge accommodation
Authentic Ecolodge, Private Wilderness Property in a Forest
From US $119 to US $132 per person per night
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Unusual rural accommodation in Sardinia
The first organic and eco-sustainable village in Sardinia
From 140 to 320 per accommodation per night
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Cornwall converted railway carriage, England
Step back in time in our 1950's carriage
From £395 to £1,250 per accommodation per week
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Unusual accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands
360Ί sea/mountain views, cozy studio cottage, couples/family
From 120 to 150 per couple per night
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Dordogne self catering cabin sleeping 4
Off-grid, off-beat self catering cabin
From 650 to 900 per week (sleeps 2-4)
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Rainforest accommodation in Dominica
A small hotel set within mountain rainforest wilderness
From US $110 to US $130 per room per night
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Cornwall railway carriage self catering, England
Two beautiful Victorian railway carriages in Cornwall
From £395 to £825 per cottage per week (sleeps 2-6)
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Cuban casa holiday
Go local in Cuba staying in friendly family B&Bs throughout
From £1,195 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
Log cabin holiday in Finland, with activities
Experience cosy log cabins and exciting activities
From £1,195 to £1,395 4 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the winter to suit your requirements
Malaysia rainforest bungalows near Kuala Lumpur
A small orchard resort on the edge of the rainforest
From MYR400 to MYR1,100 per accommodation per night
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Luxury yurt pod accommodation in Lanzarote, with eco car
Luxury Royale Super Yurt, inc Hybrid car, pool & near beach
From 215 to 390 per accommodation per night (sleeps 4-6)
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Cave accommodation in Andalucia, Spain
Unique Cave Houses in the Andalusian mountains
From £400 to £700 per week
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Luxury yurt accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Stunning Eco Yurt, beach setting, inc Hybrid Car, Off Grid!
From 155 to 285 per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
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Algarve self catering eco retreat, Portugal
Great eco accommodation in nature reserve close to the beach
From 69 to 119 per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
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Lapland holidays with glass igloo stay & Northern Lights
Discover Finland in Winter holiday
From 1,289 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 30 Jan, 6 Feb, 13 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar
Stay with Elephants near Chiang Mai, Thailand
Conservation project returning elephants to the forest.
From £290 to £430 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Iban longhouse experience in Sarawak, Malaysia
Take a 3 Day Tour to be part of the Iban Tribe!
From £595 3 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
North Devon ecolodge, England
Uniquely quirky Devon eco lodge with hot tub & great views
From £501 to £1,100 per week (sleeps 8)
Accommodation
Book direct on owners' website by the end of January and get the Hot Tub free with your stay. Mention Responsible Travel when booking. Applies to short stays and full weeks.
Lanzarote yurt accommodation, Canary Islands
Stunning Glamping holiday Luxury Yurts/Pod, hybrid car incl.
From 210 to 350 per accommodation per night
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Carriacou beach accommodation in Grenada
Experience the genuine Caribbean, come to Carriacou Grenada
From US $85 to US $155 per accommodation per night
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Yurt holiday accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Beach setting, off grid, pool access, family yurts
From 1,295 to 1,750 per accommodation per week
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From
90
per room per night
From
£1,195
excluding flights
Most memorable was driving around Havana in classic car & horse riding in Vinales...Great two weeks travelling around Cuba. It's definitely enough to see the variety this country is offering. (more)Justina Frankowska
It was all amazing. From the sites smells and sounds of Havana to the tranquil and beautiful beach resort of Caya Levisa. Seeing pygmy owls and fruit bats in a cave, horseback riding to the tobacco fields, the classic car rides... (more)Shirley Waller
I am glad I went to Cuba - it is an interesting place. (more)Hannah Roberts
From
100
per person per night
Having trips and experiences arranged each day with a guide to explain everything to you, was wonderful, especially as I was alone and did not have
transport. (more)Janet Pitcher
There were many highlights - the meals together with the guests, the morning tours and the set up of the room. (more)Nehal Vora
the locale was wonderful - very peaceful and a beautiful peek into a different way of life. (more)Ilana Trachtenberg
From
MYR400
per accommodation per night
Highlights were listening to the sounds of the jungle at dawn and dusk and certainly the guided jungle trek. Superb, if you are reading this then you have found the jungle retreat that you are looking for. (more)Chris Hutton
A truly unique location, and the ability to take the kids for a guided trek through a rainforest to a waterfall was a one of a kind adventure. It was a hugely successful and fulfilling stay. (more)Emma Shaw
Great pool and surroundings. Very environmentally friendly and conservation supported. Relaxing. (more)Graeme Hindhaugh
From
155
per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
The accommodation was absolutely amazing. Everything you needed and a perfect amount of space and privacy. (more)Kim Long
Being able to walk to a great family beach (Arrieta) with spanish holidaymakers mainly. Our teenagers felt free to go swimming, body boarding & surfing. After a day of swimming or discovering the island it felt good to come back to the Eco Cabin with its pergola and small garden with fruit trees (fig, orange, mango, apple). (more)Sophie Nelson
It is a wonderful place for a family holiday with small children and a great place to recharge your batteries. (more)Alison Brookes Day
From
£400
per week
The stunning views from the cave-house and the peace and tranquillity there. The sense of history. The beautiful and varied geography. The friendly welcome from locals and the feeling that we found somewhere fascinating that the Spaniards come on holiday. (more)Fiona Armer
The holiday was a wonderful chance to explore a very interesting corner of Spain. Staying in the cave was wonderful and we would thoroughly recommend it. (more)Deborah Pole
WONDERFUL. Out first three generation family holiday in several years and it couldn't have been better. (more)Melissa Elliott
From
£1,195
including UK flights
The most memorable parts were the Food, the Huskies, the snowmobile trip. (more)John Rawstrone
Very memorable and would not hesitate to visit again, given the time and opportunity. Exciting part was the Snow Shoe walk at night in the Woods with an experienced guide imparting knowledge about the fauna and wildlife. (more)Tan Juliana
We had a fabulous trip and so many new experiences, it's hard to choose but I
would say our snowmobile and husky safaris were the absolute highlights.
Then our stay in a log cabin was fantastic and just being in the arctic landscape
was breathtaking. (more)Hilary Viana
From
£840
per cottage per week (sleeps 2)
Really excellent...The best thigs were the warm sea. the quiet. the beautiful mountains above the beach. Great food, reading books in the shade. (more)Sarah Gray
The beach, accommodations, food and friendly people were outstanding. (more)Joanne Albright
The absolute peace & tranquillity of the destination was the most memorable part of the holiday..Superb.
(more)Doris Monsell
From
£95
per accommodation per night
There is a lot to do on the island but just relaxing and doing nothing was also lovely as the accommodation was very comfortable. (more)Penelope Robinson
Excellent, one of our best yet. (more)Lisa Williams
This is an amazing place to hang out and bond with those you love. Beautiful, relaxing and a place you will hope to return to. (more)JUDITH DOYLE
From
£960
excluding flights
Just loved the peace of floating down the river, and watching life happen on the riverbanks. (more)Sara Denham
We have been able to totally relax and let the world go by due to the lovely boat, the brilliant crew who looked after our every wish and the unspoilt area... Absolutely brilliant. (more)Michael Smith
The houseboats in Kerala was my highlight. (more)Jan Broderick
From
69
per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
We really loved the peaceful vibe of the place, as well as the donkeys, the new natural swimming pond, and the really great breakfast. We also recommend the yoga class. The rooms were well equipped and beautifully finished. (more)Blake Ludwig
The most memorable moment was surfing (but be prepare for cold if you are coming in April) (more)Karina Kempers
There are many memorable parts to this holiday but a couple stand out for both my husband and myself. First was the night sky, sitting on the deck after sunset, listening to the crickets and frogs , while viewing the most beautiful night sky, full of stars...incredible... (more)Susan Hall
From
Rupee3,500
per room per night
Loved every meal prepared for us and really enjoyed waking up to peaceful backwaters. (more)Leighann Starkey
The most memorable part of my vacation was Munnar. The homestay in Munnar was absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. (more)Sayali Mahashabde
We spent 3 weeks here,and loved every day of it. I can only discibe it as heaven.
3 weeks was not long enough. (more)Stanley Hammant
From
£320
per person per week
Great....only wish I'd had more time (more)Helen Tighe
Just generally beautiful scenery, friendly people and good food. Enjoyed visiting the Yanartas. Ten out of ten! We love Cirali beach and Hotel Bellerofon! (more)Kathyrn Davy
Seeing turtles out at sea in the bay, whilst walking the Lycian Way footpath. (more)Diane Blakeley
From
£205
per accommodation per week
Brilliant....Watching the wildlife in the morning while sitting with a cup of tea. (more)Anna Strauss
The setting of our accommodation was amazing. Absolutely amazing going to go again and will recommend it to lots of friends. (more)Amanda Smith
Seeing the voles playing in the meadow was the most memorable. (more)Linda Walker
From
650
per week (sleeps 2-4)
We loved just sitting on the deck watching the lake. So tranquil! The kids
loved fishing from the raft and exploring. The cabin was so beautifully
designed and had lots of games and nice touches like art materials and spices for cooking.
(more)Sarah Weiner
Everything was exactly as we expected and wished. We really liked that we could be on our own little secret spot close to nature.
(more)Christine Leitner
Relaxing holiday in the middle of the countryside - birds, deer, catfish and siebenschlafer for neighbours - so pretty cool! (more)M Scott
From
72.5
per person per night
We just loved the initial walk in through the main gate to find ourselves in a mini
paradise...what a setting with such fabulous views. (more)Jane Currie
Experiencing outstanding natural beauty with welcoming proud local people. The freshly prepared local food was wonderful. Friendly like minded fellow travellers. (more)Simon Lupini
Absolutely brilliant...The hospitality and friendliness of the staff at Kasbah du Toukbal. The stunning views from the dining room. The amazing lunches high on the mountains and relaxing on a mattress after lunch before continuing the trek. Great guide and a schedule tailored completely to our needs. We were looked after so well. (more)James Osborn
From
59
per accommodation per night
Memorable parts?
The scenery. Peace and tranquility
Tips?
Not an awful lot to do, it was the perfect place to relax after Dubrovnik. We just sat and admired the view and drank wine in the evening watching the sunset. Can't use high power electrical devices like hairdryers - Phone chargers ok.
Local benefits?
Yes definitely. Solar powered electricity. Lots of local produce for sale.
Overall rating?
It was fantastic. After 12 days touring Croatia it was the perfect... (more)Kirsty Sullivan
From
650
per week (sleeps 2)
Excellent, a unique place to spend a week or so, totally relaxing, lovely people. (more)Rupert Green
Most memorable was the peace and tranquility, staying somewhere off grid. Different, enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful and fun. (more)Maria Masselis
The whole holiday was a relaxed and stress free experience beginning with travelling from the UK by train to the lovely surroundings and cosy cabin... It was a wonderful relaxed holiday, lovely setting, very friendly and helpful owners. (more)Birgitte Bruun
From
£100
per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
The place is relatively small and isolated making it ideal for a quiet getaway. That said, Pizza and Film night on a Friday brings people from all around to share some time together. Great Pizza too. (more)David King
Absolutely brilliant Rachel was a perfect host and I will return. (more)Gaynor Sharp
It was just incredible- I honestly, honestly mean that and I can be very hard to please! I will never forget it and have come home feeling more rested and content than I have ever been before. It was the best start to married life for us we could have possibly had. (more)Aoibheann Kelly
From
1,295
per accommodation per week
The most memorable part was watching my daughter see the stars for the first time! Zero light pollution! Also, I was so surprised by how much there was to do on the island. Nice to wake up each day and know it was going to be sunny and dry! (more)Angellique Sunter
We really enjoyed the boat trip to Isle Graciosa the operator organised it. We went on a RIB speed boat to get there, then went snorkelling, walking through the town and a beautiful lunch. (more)Michelle Christensen
Absolutely lovely. It is probably a huge cliche but seeing the children laughing and playing by themselves and with new friends meant I was more relaxed - it all just ticked over perfectly and resulted in a great holiday. (more)Kate Macnab
From
£501
per week (sleeps 8)
Memorable parts?
The large pond/small lake was perfect. Our children spent most of their waking time in the water, on the paddle board, in the boat or on the island. Some of
us adults joined them ... but at the end of October, with no wetsuits, we mainly left it to them! It was heaven. We were able to sit nearby and talk, clutch hot
drinks and laugh and take photos, without spoiling their fun. And all the while knowing there was a cosy house with woodburner lit, just a minute away.
Tips?
Book... (more)Helen Adshead
From
120
per couple per night
Geology of the volcanic landscape & collecting fresh eggs for breakfast
from the site chickens was the most memorable part of the holiday... Relaxed. Energised. Enthralled. (more)Andy Hill
Very good....went bodega hopping for my birthday! (more)Chantel Dunn
Some of the most memorable parts of the holiday were: finding eggs in the hen house, lying in the bath at Fisherman's Cottage watching the sea, wine tasting at La Cantina, Teguise & at El Grifo Bodega and driving on the fabulous, twisty, unique scenic roads. (more)Georgina Tongue
From
£138
per room per night
Memorable parts?
The level of hospitality we received matched the jaw-dropping scenery. Management and staff are care-takers in the truest sense of the word.
Tips?
Book in advance. A beautiful destination for long walks in the bucolic countryside and along the dramatic coast of Southern England.
Local benefits?
Yes. We didn't have a car and traveled there by train to Eastbourne and then taxi. Once situated at the lighthouse we didn't need a car at all. There are miles of... (more)Deirdre Loftus
From
£65
per accommodation per night
Memorable parts?
Beautiful surroundings in and around the retreat, wonderful warm hospitality from all who worked there.
Tips?
Remember that this is an eco retreat, in a rural setting. This means power is limited after dark, and toilets are composting. Embrace the eco concept, and you
will find it far more comfortable, enjoyable and relaxing than any "mass tourism" hotel. Enjoy the amazing bird life, visit the incredible beach, visit the local villages, and enjoy relaxing in the... (more)Ian Thomson
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