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Travel has gotten needlessly complicated over the decades.
Even if you want some time to relax, hotel rooms often have more wasted space than used space.
So hoteliers are getting smart.
Theyre building small, functional and visually exciting rooms that provide a big experience in a compact space.
Its the trend of micro hotels, and everybodys getting involved.
Boutiques, big brands and mom-and-pop retreats.
This unusual pod hotel welcomes travelers for the absolute basics of overnight rest.
The hotel offers capsule units that come with a comfortable mattress, pillow, comforter and sheets.
Guests are also provided with towels and bathroom items for their stay.
Of course, the hotel doesnt stick to that timeframe as guests are welcome up to 24 hours.
The hotel not only provides design-friendly rooms but also hip common spaces where guests can mingle.
The first Tommie Hotel is scheduled to open in New Yorks NoMad district in October.
While the $250/night price tag may sound steep for micro hotels, its a steal for NoMad.
There are two bathroom houses with private showers, toilets and hot water.
Its closer to camping than it is hotel travel, and thats precisely what Tubohotel intends to offer.
All rooms come with free WiFi, too.
There are currently two Pod Hotels, both located in New York.
Theyre also the design project of one of Americas greatest architectural firms, the Seattle-based Olson Kundig Architects.
The hotel does away with traditional elements like a concierge or room service.
Of course there are hotel personnel to help with anything guests need, but guests are mostly left alone.
The hotel has locations in Amsterdam, Glasgow, London, Paris, Rotterdam, and New York.
The unique hotel also offers double bed rooms and a bed and loft room.
Guests can have breakfast, dinner and drinks in a common area.
YOTEL has airport hotels that offer bunk style cabins, double cabins and twin cabins.
YOTELs city hotels offer cabins with different-sized beds, some rooms with private terraces, and VIP suites.
This mobile micro hotel is designed to provide luxury accommodations during events and festivals in the UK and Europe.
Each room also comes with a wet room with shower, basin, toilet, towels, and toiletries.
