This hip hotels trend report features the top hip hotels and hotel trends in the last year. And yes, I let competitive bed jumping slip in because it is rad. The report is a crowd-filtered ranking based on TrendHunter.com monthly traffic (several million monthly views) and our hip hotels trend database, which now has more than 1250 hip hotels and hotel trends.
If you are looking for professional trend research and trend clusters, check out our 2009 Trend Reports.
Top 20 Hip Hotels and Hotel Trends in 2008
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7 Floors & 7 Stars Below Sea Level
Istanbul Underwater Hotel
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Fantasy Rooms in Minnesota
The FantaSuite Hotel
18
Luxury Creation In Cancun
NIZUC Resort Residence Spa
17
Wheel Shaped Hotel
Dubai Promenade
16
5 Spectacular Swimming Pools
15
32 Unique Theme Hotels and Resorts
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Hotel of Doom
'Worst Building in the History of Mankind' to Resume Construction
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Competitive Bed Jumping
SuiteJump Contest
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World's Most Luxurious Hotel Suites
Elite Traveler's Top 101
11
Norwegian Ice Hotel
Alta Igloo Hotel
10
Dubai Builds Fashion Island
Isla Moda
9
Mountain Cave Homes
Kokopelli's Cave Bed & Breakfast
8
Green Luxury Building at Al Raha Beach
Abu Dhabi World Trade Center
7
Death Star Inspired Hotel
Full Moon in Azerbaijan
6
Pod Hotel (Review)
Citizen M Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
5
Swanky Luxury Hotels
Thompson LES NYC
4
Indoor Waterfall Advertising (Part 2)
Canal City Hotel in Japan
3
Constantly Changing Museum Hotels
The Museumotel Utopia
2
Red Swimming Pools
Hotel Unique, Sao Paolo
1
Value-Priced Hip Hotels
aloft Hotel Review: Montreal Airport
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Anniversary-Honoring Archival Homeware
Habitat Introduces its 60th Anniversary Collection
Tennis-Ball-Themed Hotel Suites
IHG Presents the ‘IHG Rally Room' for Tennis Fans
Exotically Refurbished Hotels
The Pelican Hotel Displays Unique Room Aesthetics
Next-Gen Graphic Attire
Serenity Trends’ Graphic Clothing Offers a Futuristic Aesthetic
Modernized West Hollywood Hotels
Short Stories Hotel Blends Californian and European Elements
Festival-Ready Fashion Rentals
The Festival Closet by IHG x Pickle Lets Guests Rent Looks for Free
Themed Celebrity Activations
Sheraton Centre Toronto will Host Numerous Taylor Swift Experiences
AI Post-Apocalyptic Cities
Top10Casinos Explores the Future, Inspired by the Dune Universe
Cinema-Inspired Hotel Packages
The St. Regis Hotel Boasts the Cinematic Experience Room Package
Luxurious Rapper-Backed Getaways
Booking.com and Ludacris Partner to Offer a VIP Experience
Individually Designed Suites
The Palma Riad Boutique Hotel Features Unique Accents and Foliage
Hotel-Approved Sustainable Flip Flops
Feelgoodz Has Teamed Up with the Iconic Beverly Hills Hotel
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
Collaborative Lifestyle Streetwear
GAP and Madhappy Join Forces to Create Mad-GAP-py
Luxurious All-Inclusive Resorts
Marriott Hotels Launched Its First All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun
Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels
The Acromnia Orbital Hotel Imagines Life in Space
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Insightful AI Travel Planners
Tripadvisor's 'Trips' Platform Unveiled Themed Itineraries
Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels
Necchi Architecture Designs the Hôtel Château d'Eau
Colorful Dog Bed Collections
HAY Dogs and Holly Golightly Join Forces on New Designs
Interior Design Concept Guides
IKEA Unveils its Inaugural Style Guide on Home Design
Film-Inspired Whimsical Rental Homes
Airbnb Adds the Latest Addition to its Icons Program
Practical Apparel Capsules
Hikesity Debuts its Technical Apparel, Influenced by Eastern Design
Tourist Destination Predictions
BonusFinder Canada Used Technology to Predict the Future
Wellness-Inclusive Boutique Hotels
The Bellyard Hotel in Atlanta Provides In-Room IV Therapy
Globalized Spooky Destinations
Intrepid Travel Presents a Curated Selection of Spooky Adventures
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Curated Home Decor Platforms
Cribsi Offers Warm and Modern Home Decor
Nature-Inspired Hotel Furniture
Bernadotte & Kylberg Present the Eriksberg Collection in a Hotel
Heiress-Created Homeware Collections
Walmart is Launching Paris Hilton's Be An Icon Collection
Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences
The Warner Bros Icons of Horror Sees Iconic Wax Figures
Luxury Nail Salon Expansions
Townhouse Beverly Hills is Set to Open Later This Month
Wedding Guest Outfit Rentals
By Rotation and Airbnb are Reducing the Strain of Attending Weddings
Y2K Jewelry Collabs
Claire's x Sliving Brings Paris Hilton's Style to a New Generation
Eccentric Soho Hotels
Martin Brudnizki is the Designer Behind This Colourful Broadwick Soho Hotel
Lifestyle Commentary Stool Collections
The Hipstool Series by Seo Chung Kyo is Industrial
Scenic Poolside Studios
Wayfinder Waikiki Boasts Modernized Tropical Elements
Luxury Hotel Capsule Collections
Late Checkout: A Ritz-Carlton Story Shares Co-Branded Styles
Social Media Analytics Tool
Track and Improve Social Media Growth with Hivehubai’s Analytics Tools
Musical Vacation Rentals
Marriott Bonvoy's Aloft and Moxy Hotels Provide Music-Themed Stays
Hip-Hop Heritage Jerseys
Mitchell & Ness Partners with Brands to Launch a Special Jersey Range
Topography-Inspired Furniture Capsules
Zaha Hadid Architects Designs the TOPOS Collection
Refined Japanese Serene Homes
The Six Senses Kyoto Home Offers a Relaxed Space for Visitors
Singer-Songwriter-Inspired Hotel Stays
The Bisha Hotel Presents a Unique Taylor Swift Experience
Traveler-Focused Pet Hubs
Mars Unveils a New Pet-Focused Hub in Collaboration with TripAdvisor
Pet-Inspired Hotel Services
Hotel X Has Expanded Its VIP (Very Important Pet) Program
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
AI Property Maintenance Systems
MyHotel AI Optimizes Hotel Management for Profitability
Anniversary-Honoring Bright Hotels
The HÔTEL Onitsuka Tiger Arrives in Paris for the Olympics
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
In-House Seasonal Fashion Capsules
HS05 Unveils its Second Collection for the SS24 Season
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Hospitality Loyalty Programs
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Revamps Its Reward Program
Hospitality-Inspired Pajama Capsules
Four Seasons Unveils its 'Hotel Pajamas Collection'
Vibrant Independent Hotels
The Memphian Hotel Features a Low-Pressure Environment for Workouts
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Self-Service Contemporary Hotels
MM:NT Berlin Lab is a Beta Hotel Operated by Adina Hotels
Re-Released Fashion Collabs
H&M is Sharing Pre-Loved Styles from Guest Designer Collaborations
Sustainable Luxury Hotels
Hotel Juana's Sustainable Transformation: Upcycling Luxury in Antibes
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Branded Bathroom Guides
The Cashmere UltraLuxe Bathroom Guide Ranks Toronto Restaurant Restrooms
Thin-Structured Indonesian Hotels
Sahabet Selojene Designs the Piturooms with a Thin Structure
Elevated Outdoor Lodging Experiences
Hilton Has Announced an Exclusive Partnership with AutoCamp
Collaborative Travel Planning Tools
Hollihopper Offers Live Collaboration to Organize Itineraries
Anti-Luxury Hotel Designs
Chopard Launches a New Hotel That Embodies Quiet Luxury
In-Hotel AI-Driven Workouts
Hyatt Regency Has Partnered with Future for a Unique Service
Elegant Global Travel Publications
Agape Destinations Guides Readers Through Elegant Global Travel
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
Collaborative Pancake-Themed Streetwear
Holiday Inn Express x Mr. Eatwell Present a Custom Capsule
Collaborative Hotel Canvas Totes
W Hotels x Thomas Lélu Debut a Collection of Playful Accessories
Immersive Fashion Week Events
Fashion Art Toronto's 1664 Fashion Week Fall 2024 is Comprehensive
Individually Optimized Mattresses
Bedgear's M3 Ambient Mattress Offers Personalized Comfort
Sci-Fi Coastal Hotel Concepts
NEOM PResents a Look at the New Epicon Hotel Concept Design
Sci-Fi Fragrance Collections
The Hotel Collection Star Wars Range Marks May the Fourth
Affordable Luxury Vacations
Sunwing Vacations and Hyatt Partner for the Benefit of Canadians
Pillow Fort Hotel Retreats
Emma Unveils a New Sleep Retreat for Guests Driven by Nostalgia
Hospitality-Focused Tattoo Services
The Standard Hotel Offers the Inked Out Package to Guests
1960s-Inspired Airport Hotels
The TWA Hotel in New York Captures the City's 60s Aesthetics
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Hip Hop-Honoring Exclusive Campaigns
Hennessy and cHIP sHOP Join Forces on a New Campaign
Hotel-Inspired Home Fragrances
The Hotel Collection by ScentAir Makes Homes Welcoming & Luxurious
Highly Sought-After Restaurant Features
OpenTable Announces Its Icons Program for Major Cities
Budget Vacation Rental Platforms
VacayHub is a Centralized Space to Complete the Perfect Holiday
Brutalist Artful Hotel Designs
The Hoxton Charlottenburg Hotel Opens in Berlin
Unique Destination Initiatives
Intrepid Travel Unveiled its 'Not Hot List' for 2025
Vintage Californian Hotels
The Hotel June Malibu Re-Opened in 2021 with a Truthful 1960s Theme
Whimsical Urban Hotel Extensions
Neri&Hu Complete the Artyzen New Bund 31 Hotel Design
Serene Hawaiian Resorts
The Mauna Lani Hotel Joins the Auberge Resorts Collection
Travel Stroller Rentals
Joolz & 1 Hotels Launched a Relax & Stroll Rental Package
Modern Traditional Japanese Hotels
The Shinmonzen Hotel has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Contemporary Sleek Boutique Hotels
Vermilion Zhou Design Group Created the NI HAO Hotel
Haute Hotel Haircare Products
The Christophe Robin Hotel Collection Includes Two Ranges
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Historical Mining Hotels
The Mining Exchange Hotel Fuses Old and New Charm
Whimsical Tranquil Holiday Hotels
The Two Bunch Palms Hotel is a Homey Oasis in the Desert
Historically Rooted Elevated Hotels
The Trilogy Montgomery Hotel Restores a Trio of Buildings
Centralized Metropolitan Hotels
The New York Hilton Midtown Offers Sweeping Views
Exclusive Hotel Vacation Clubs
Hyatt Hotels Launches a New Vacation Club Program for Guests
Hospitality Development Programs
IHG Hotels & Resorts Introduced IHG LIFT to Diversify Ownership
Design District Boutique Hotels
Studio Collective Designs the Hotel at the Moore in Miami
Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons
Vans Taps Guest Designers on the Harajuku Punk Design Series
Luxury Paris Hotels
Hilton Celebrates its Cannes Debut with the Opening of Canopy by Hilton Cannes
All-Suite Luxurious Hotels
The Emory Hotel Opens with Designs by Richard Rogers
Fashion-Forward Hotel Transformations
SO/Paris Gets a New Design with Annual Lobby Activations
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Classically Inspired Localized Hotels
Hotel Henrietta Features Warm Interiors and Vintage Art
Personalized Honeymoon Booking Platforms
Honeymoons.com Streamlines Romantic Getaway Planning
Luxurious Resort Getaways
The Address Beach Resort in Dubai Offers Relaxing Treatments
Vibrant Celebrity Icon Collections
The 'Bedsure x Iconic Collection' Pays Homage to Marilyn Monroe
Youthful Vintage-Inspired Hotels
Standard International is Set to Launch New Hotel Brand
Slumber-Inducing Hotel Collections
Sleep Glow Launches its Newest Sleep Collection for Hotels
Central Retro-Exterior Hotels
The Burrand is a Vibrant Boutique Hotel within Vancouver
Harmonized Luxury Japanese Hotels
HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE Maintains Standards of Tradition
Hospitality Neighborly Initiatives
Hotel Indigo Launches Neighborly Borrowing Program
Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks
Danny Cortes Captures Iconic Hip-Hop Moments Through Art
Fashion-Centric Co-Working Spaces
L.A. Fashion Weekend Partners with Hollywood Production Center
Hotel Wellness Campaigns
Hyatt Hotels Launches 'Wellness at Hyatt' for International Yoga Day
Elegant Interior Hotel Designs
Tonen Lead the Interior Design of the Hotel Bella Grande
Mobile Dorm-Designing Features
Pottery Barn Teen Unveils a New Dorm Shop and Expanded Features
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Streamlined Hotel Management Solutions
Venus Software Enhances Hospitality with Cloud Platform
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Custom Hospitality Solutions
Hudini Implements a Digital Interface for Royal Mansour Marrakech
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
Hacker News Insights
Hacker Search Bridges the Gap Between Anecdotal Evidence and Expert Knowledge
Instant Accommodation Bookings
Travly Debuts its New Online Travel Agent
Vintage Hotel-Based Automobiles
Sunset Tower Now Allows Guests to Cruise in Rented Automobiles
GHG-Reducing Hotels
Choice Hotels is Committed to Reducing its Eco Footprint through Various Means
Connective Economic Travel
Swapper Helps Business Travelers Use Hotel Budgets to Stay with Friends
Modernized Landmark Hotels
Kozmo Hotel Suites & Spa Captures the Unique Charms of Budapest
Animation-Inspired Themed Hotels
Disneyland Resort Debuts the New Pixar Place Hotel
Toronto Airport Hotels
Tru by Hilton Toronto Airport West Hotel Opens Doors to 121 Rooms
Renovated Luxe Resort Hotels
Tara Bernerd & Partners Redesigns the Tranquil Maroma Hotel
Engaging Rap Trivia Games
Rap Trivia is a Fun Hip Hop Trivia Game
Sustainable Hotel-Supporting Airlines
Jet2Holidays Offers a Certified Sustainable Hotel Package
Viral Baby Hotel Partnerships
The Four Seasons Hotel Partners a Viral Baby for a Weekend