You might think that being surrounded by golden furniture is the stuff of fairytales, but we’re here to tell you that a new hotel has made the dream a reality.
The Dolce Hanoi Golden Lake Hotel in Vietnam has truly pushed the boat out in an attempt to draw in visitors, following the country’s three-month coronavirus lockdown.
Located in the Vietnamese capital of Hanoi, the five-star hotel not only boasts 24-carat-cladded interiors but has an impressive golden exterior, too.
The 25-storey venue – which officially opened on Thursday after almost 11 years of construction – includes 400 rooms decked out with gold-plated bath tubs, sinks, toilets, furniture and room appliances.
There’s also decadent features throughout the shared hotel spaces, such as the gold lobby, gold-plated infinity pool, gold-tiled roof and golden lifts.
What’s more, staff are dressed in a matching red and gold uniform, to complete the aesthetic.
Naturally, golden luxuries come at a price, with rates per night starting from $250 (£200) – similar to other high-end accommodation in the city.
Apartments are also available to rent in the hotel, with prices starting from $6,500 (£5,217) per square metre.
The hotel sits on the Giang Vo Lake, in the Ba Dinh District of the Vietnamese capital, but stands out from the surrounding weather-worn Soviet-era buildings.
Nguyen Huu Duong, majority owner and chairman of Hoa Binh Group (the company which developed the property), said: ‘At the moment, there is no other hotel like this in the world.’
Of course, there are a number of other unusual spots to visit when travel restrictions are lifted. There’s an adorable owl treehouse in Atlanta, as well as a Harry Potter-themed apartment in Florida.
Those looking to book a UK staycation will find a plethora or dreamy Airbnbs which are perfect for a weekend away with friends.
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