The oldest hotels in the world
Rating: 7,7/10 (3505 votes)  The very first hotels appeared in ancient times, when people began to actively travel for trade or entertainment. To receive such travelers, enterprising people began to open inns, which eventually turned into hotels. Unfortunately, most of these ancient hotels have not survived to this day – they were either destroyed or became museums. However, there are still hotels in the world whose history goes back several centuries. Hoshi Ryokan, JapanAccording to the Guinness Book of Records, Hoshi – it is the oldest hotel in the world. It is located on the island of Honshu, near the old town of Komatsu since 717 AD. At this time, even Moscow did not exist yet, what can we say about most cities that are now considered ancient.  Hoshi Hotel Hoshi Hotel is still a ryokan – a traditional Japanese hotel. The partitions between the rooms and the corridor are made of paper, there is practically no furniture in the room, you need to sleep on the floor on special mattresses, and in each room there is a table for tea ceremonies. There is also no bathroom in the hotel – all wash in a common bath. In addition, in the Hoshi hotel you can well restore your health and improve your strength in the healing hot springs. By the way, the Hoshi hotel has been owned by one family for all 1300 years of its existence – during this time, 46 generations have changed. In addition to the usual Japanese-style rooms, there is a special Hokuriku-style guest mansion. The hotel also has several baths with water and thermal springs, open or closed. If we talk about the kitchen, then the guests in the hotel are fed in accordance with their whims – they can prepare a vegetarian meal or a meal tailored to your diet. The cost of a night at the hotel is approximately $ 350, including breakfast and dinner. Luna Baglioni, ItalyThis oldest hotel in Venice dates back to the 12th century. According to the documents found, back in 1118, the Knights Templar stopped here before the Crusades. The interiors of this hotel are decorated with works by the artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, and in 1992 the building was reconstructed, which returned it to its original historical appearance and special charm. Hollywood stars, politicians and other famous personalities often stay here. The hotel even has a private dock so boats and gondolas can take guests right to the entrance. The hotel is also known for its exquisite cuisine – the elegant restaurant located on its territory has won several prestigious awards. The local chef not only skillfully prepares various dishes, but also restores old recipes. In addition, the hotel's cellars store wonderful wines from all over the world. A night at the hotel will cost around 400 euros, including breakfast. Over the years, Nietzsche, Ludovico Ariosto, Jean-Paul Sartre, Count Cagliostro and other famous personalities lived in this hotel. Overnight at the hotel will cost 520 euros including breakfast.  Ye Olde Bell Hotel YeOldeBell, UKThe hotel began to exist in the 16th century. She is first mentioned in a letter to Ralph Thorsby, who stopped here on his way to London in order to to rest. The hotel impressed him with its hospitality and excellent facilities, so she wrote to all her friends to stay only at this hotel. The hotel became much more popular when regular mail coach flights began between London and York. Then Ye Olde Bell became the most famous 'resting place for weary travelers', as guidebooks wrote. In the 19th century, the hotel was bought by George Clark, an ardent horse lover. Next to her, he opened a stable, which could simultaneously keep up to 120 animals. In the 40s of the XX century, the hotel was often used by French and British studios for filming. In the 60s, participants of the Monte Carlo rally constantly stopped here. Besides, Oliver Reed, Charlie Chaplin, Joan Crawford and other celebrities have lived in the hotel several times. A night at the hotel will cost ? 75 with a British breakfast.  Hotel Chateau Du Domaine St. Martin Chateau Du Domaine St. Martin, FranceHoused in a medieval white castle, this 5-star hotel is the legacy of the Knights of the Middle Ages. According to legend, the real treasures of the Templars are hidden on the territory of this castle. The castle is located in Provence, at a distance of 12 kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea and 20 minutes from Nice. Once upon a time on the site of this castle there were fortifications of the Romans, but only a suspension bridge and a gate have survived from them. In 1115, the castle was transferred to the Provencal Templar Order. A monastery was established there in honor of the French Saint Martin of Tours the Merciful. After the Order of the Knights Templar was disbanded, the castle passed from hand to hand several times until it became a hotel. By the way, the contract of sale says that if a treasure is found on the territory of the castle, then it should be divided fairly, which was the reason for rumors about the treasure of the Templars. The entire interior of the hotel is designed in an authentic style: tapestries , antique furniture, paintings by 18th century artists, porcelains, etc. An olive grove with famous Provencal olives grows around the hotel, so they make their own olive oil. And the hotel restaurant La Commanderie has one Michelin star, so you can vouch for the quality of the dishes prepared there. One night in the hotel with breakfast will cost 360 euros.  Radisson Blu Schwarzer Bock Hotel RadissonBluSchwarzerBock, GermanyThis five-star hotel in Wiesbaden is the oldest hotel in Germany – it was first mentioned in documents in 1486. At that time, there were baths in the building, but their owner almost immediately turned the baths into a hotel, where, however, you could improve your health. At that time, only a few dozen people lived in Wiesbaden, but the healing waters of this city became known throughout Europe, so guests from all over Europe began to come here. Then the hotel became popular. Goethe even stayed here once. One night at the hotel will cost about 600 euros with breakfast.  Gamirasu cave hotel Gamirasu Cave Hotel, TurkeyThis hotel is located in Cappadocia, Central Turkey. In the 8th century, there was a monastery here, and later a hotel was opened in the underground cells of the monks. This hotel fits very well into the surrounding landscape, moreover, that all the comforts were offered to visitors. Those who wish can feel like ascetic monks – for them, the hotel has specially left cold rooms with stone furniture. Lovers of comfort should check into rooms with fireplaces and modern furniture. On the walls of this hotel, by the way, there are frescoes dating back more than a thousand years, which makes the hotel truly unique. Rent an ascetic room for two can cost $ 90, but a modern room will cost five hundred. The room rate includes milk, honey and apricots. for them, the hotel has specially left cold rooms with stone furniture. Lovers of comfort should check into rooms with fireplaces and modern furniture. On the walls of this hotel, by the way, there are frescoes dating back more than a thousand years, which makes the hotel truly unique. Rent an ascetic room for two can cost $ 90, but a modern room will cost five hundred. The room rate includes milk, honey and apricots. for them, the hotel has specially left cold rooms with stone furniture. Lovers of comfort should check into rooms with fireplaces and modern furniture. On the walls of this hotel, by the way, there are frescoes dating back more than a thousand years, which makes the hotel truly unique. Rent an ascetic room for two can cost $ 90, but a modern room will cost five hundred. The room rate includes milk, honey and apricots. You can rent an ascetic room for two for $ 90, but a modern room will cost you five hundred. The room rate includes milk, honey and apricots. You can rent an ascetic room for two for $ 90, but a modern room will cost you five hundred. The room rate includes milk, honey and apricots. We also recommend reading Dangers of the Maldives Topic: The oldest hotels in the world. |
