The giant bubble rooms give visitors a panoramic view of the outside space while still ensuring privacy and interesting experiences.
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| At the 5 Million Star Hotel in Skalholt, near the Hvítá River, unique rooms are designed as transparent spheres that allow guests to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding nature. In winter, this is the ideal place to observe the Northern Lights without having to step outside in the cold. |
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| These “bubbles” are inflated by a gentle pressure from the ventilation system. The air inside is changed between two and seven times an hour, depending on the volume, to limit humidity in the rooms. The system has heating elements with thermostats, so the “bubbles” stay warm throughout the winter. |
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| The "bubble" rooms are all connected to a shared bathroom and kitchen, however, guests need to bring their own soap and towels, and there is no food provided in the kitchen. |
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| The "bubble" rooms are divided into 5 categories: Una, Asta, Thorunn, Valdis and Maria, each with varying amenities and are typically double rooms for two people. |
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| Robert Robertsson, the hotel's founder, said the idea for rooms with transparent walls came after travelers said they didn't like having to leave their hotel rooms to go outside in the cold to observe nature or strange phenomena. |
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| On TripAdvisor, this place is highly praised and has an average rating of 4.5 stars out of 23 reviews. Jenny P, a traveler who visited here, said that the cozy bubble rooms are a great place to spend the night and enjoy the view. Moreover, there is a neat, clean and fully equipped shared kitchen and bathroom area. |
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| A hotel spokesperson said the “bubble” rooms will make the dream of sleeping in nature a reality for guests, offering experiences such as watching the aurora borealis and starry skies in winter or the first rays of sunshine and lush nature in summer. |
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| To maintain privacy, the hotel does not provide the exact address of the room until the room is booked and the deposit is paid. A night here costs about 135 USD. |
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