Rather than cheap motels and overcrowded hostels, these affordable vacation accommodations add a new level of sophistication to budget travel. With more and more consumers looking for alternative accommodations, there has been a dramatic increase in the quality and standards of affordable niche lodging.
Traditionally, cheap travel accommodations have referred to no-frills backpacker hostels that provide little in the way of comfort. However, many hostels have found ways to dramatically upgrade their lodging through quirky themes such as dramatic nightmare-inspired rooms and sport-themed abodes. Hotels have begun to cater to the budget-conscious crowd as well, with promotional deals and more affordable room options such as boutique-inspired chains.
Of course, for the truly cash-strapped, there are more minimalist options that accommodate travelers looking for a place to sleep and nothing more. The rise of sleep-only and pod hotels have become a new way for travelers to reduce their accommodation budget to the bare minimum.
With more affordable vacation accommodations to chose from than ever before, travelers can now stretch their travel budget just a little bit further without sacrificing comfort or style.
28 Affordable Vacation Accommodations
From Seafaring Backpacker Abodes to Vibrant Upscale Hostels:
Katherine Pendrill — May 26, 2015 — World
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Futuristic Capsule Hotels
Sci-Fi Inspired Sleep Capsules Find its Way to Kyoto
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Vibrant Upscale Hostels
The Generator Paris Hostel Boasts Private Balconies and Hammocks
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Energetic Downtown Hostels
This Rio Hostel is a Vibrant Window into Brazil's Capital City
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Travel Layover Loungers
The RESMO System Facilitates Cheap and Easy Airport Camping
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Boutique-Inspired Hotel Chains
Holiday Inn Express Boasts a Hip Redesign
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Indoor RV Campgrounds
BaseCamp Hostel Bonn Offers Rooms in a Variety of Camping Vehicles Inside
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Urban Bangkok Hostels
This Concept Boutique Hotel is Funky, Affordable and Charming
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Tent-Like Pod Hotels
The Whitepod Eco-Luxury Hotel is Located in the Swiss Alps
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Stylish Pod Accommodations
The Qbic Hotel by Blacksheep is Made for Budget Savvy Travellers
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Disturbing Hotel Documentations
Hotel Nightmares is a Website Scarier than Halloween Horror Movies
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Historic Building Hostels
The Backstay Hostel in Ghent is Located in a Stunning Art Deco Building
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Anti-Establishment Luxury Hostels
A New Breed of Luxury Hostel is Making Its Mark in Liverpool
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Sleep-Only Hotels
Ninehours in Japan Lets People Pay Just for the Time They Need to Rest
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Mountain Adventure Accommodations
Mountain Hostel by Atelier 8000 Boasts Gorgeous Winter Views
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Lantern-Illuminated Interiors
The Design Agency Fills the Generator Hostel with Lavish Warmth
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Affordable Capsule Hotels
The EauBerge Paris Capsule Hotel Will Be Located On The Seine River Bank
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Temporary Vacation Pods
These Rentable Balconies Let Multiple Travelers Share an Experience
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Contemporary Capsule Hotels
The Pod by Formwerkz Architects Offers Trendy Communal Living
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Local Spirit Hostel Designs
The Generator London Hostel Received a Revamp
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Design-Conscious Youth Hotels
Generator Hostels Provides Luxe Accommodation on a Budget
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Majestic Mountainside Guesthouses
As Far As Switzerland Hotels Go, This One Has Quite the View
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Automated Accommodation Comparisons
DreamCheaper Makes Cheap Hotel Reservations On Your Behalf
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Affordably Cozy Student Hotels
The Student Hotel Amsterdam is a Student's Oasis on a Budget
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Seafaring Backpacker Abodes
The Yasutaka Yoshimura Architects Hostel is Inspired by Life at Sea
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Y-Shaped Hostels
LAVA Builds the Bayreuth Youth Hostel in Germany
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Pop-Up Soccer Hostels
Naked Lá na Vila is Offering Free World Cup Accommodation to Creatives
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Foreigner Home Rental Services
Tomareru Tourist Home Rental Solves Japan's Vacant House Problem
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Multipurpose Bird Abodes
Thomas Savage Has Designed a Hostel for Both Birds and Campers
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Upcycled Wooden Pallet Loungers
M&M Designers' Pallet Lounge Chair is Cleverly Crafted
Underwater Hotel Rooms
The Partially Submerged Manta Resort Offers Astounding Aquatic Views
Hip Hotel Workspaces
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Versatile Camping Trailers
The Campa USA All Terrain Trailer Has Everything for Outdoor Getaways
Transparent Pod Hotels
Attrap Rêves in France Lets Travelers Literally Sleep Under the Stars
Cramped Apartment Captures
1972 by Noritaka Minami is Depressingly Futuristic
Sea Shell Hotels
The Ark Hotel is a Floating Hotel Concept that Resembles a Shell
Floating Luxury Hotels
The Spitbank Fort in England is a Secluded Private Sea Resort
Futuristic Capsule Hotels
Sci-Fi Inspired Sleep Capsules Find its Way to Kyoto
Vibrant Upscale Hostels
The Generator Paris Hostel Boasts Private Balconies and Hammocks
Adventurous Automobile Campers
The Moby1 XTR Expedition Trailer is Made for an Outback Adventure
Deluxe Dorm-Style Hotels
Mezzanine Hotel Rooms Demonstrate Creative Shifts in Luxury Accommodation
Grayscale Transparent Ground Homes
The Da House by Igor Sirotov Architects Has Glass Floors
Roadside Traveller Portraits
Risbel Magazine's A Hitchhiking Story Features Sunkissed Captures
Mile High Accommodations
The KLM Airplane Airbnb Brings In-Flight Entertainment to the Next Level
Saucy Halloween Tutorials
This Pumpkin Spice Costume Replaces Ginger Spice
Floating Hotel Designs
The Sunborn Floating Hotel Leaves a Wake of Luxury Travel
Monumental Mountainside Retreats
This Modern Retreat Makes the Most of a Sloping Site
Then-and-Now City Maps
Detroit Urbex's Google Map Shows a Comparison of Old & New Detroit Streets
Urban Bangkok Hostels
This Concept Boutique Hotel is Funky, Affordable and Charming
Eerie Cinematic Costumes
The Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice Costume Hoodie is Unsettling
Robotic Beer Dispensers
Asahi's Beerbot Ensures Speed & Zero-Wastage
Cavernous Hand-Carved Chapels
This Quaint Hiroshima Chapel by Nikken Space Design was Handmade
Top Travel Destination Graphics
Master Card Reveals 2013's Most Visited Cities in the World
Mobile Hotel Rooms
The Scandic To Go Pop-Up Hotel Service Brings the Accommodations to You
Picturesque Mountainside Abodes
This Stunning Hilltop Home Mixes the Traditional with the Modern
Glass Igloo Hotel Parks
Hotel Kakslauttanen Offers 20 Thermal Igloos in Finland's National Park
Festive Couple Costumes
The Pinata and Birthday Boy Costume is Fun and Full of Candy
Snowy Mountain Bungalows
The Hotel Iso Syote Boasts Breathtaking Views of Finland's Lapland
Arachnid Outdoor Auditoriums
The Stage_01 Concept Creeps Across its Site to Draw in Larger Crowds
Niche Lodging Sites
Poshpacker is a Hotel Finder for Affordable and Creative Places to Stay
Sculptural Fashion Shops
This Louis Vuitton Designer Boutique Boasts an Impressive Focal Point
Cut Tree Cushions
These Log Pillows Allow Lumberjacks to Sleep Soundly
Towering Quartz Accommodations
Amethyst Hotel is a Mountainous Manifestation of a Precious Stone
Selfie-Friendly Hotels
Australia's 1888 Hotel is Instagram-Friendly
Grassy Rug Recliners
This Unique Lounge Chair Design Combines Multiple Furnishings
Undulating Lumber Loungers
The Bois Mou Chairs Have Been Manipulated for an Organic Appearance
Fin-Shaped Swiss Hotels
The Tschuggen Grand Hotel Has a Unique Glassy Design
Pristine Minimalist Hotels
The Miss Clara Hotel in Stockholm is Housed in an Art Nouveau Building
Open Jaw Skull Chairs
This Giant Skull Chair is the Perfect Home Decor Accessory for Halloween
Peacefully Holistic Hotels
The White Wolf Hotel is Dedicated to the Well-Being of its Visitors
Diverse Clan Portraits
1000 Families by Uwe Ommer is Captured Around the World
Indulgent Fitness Retreats
Sadie Nardini's Wine and Yoga Retreat Focuses on 'Healthy Hedonism'
Moss Hut Hotels
The Kolarbyn Eco-lodge in Sweden is Based on Shelters from Centuries Ago
Juxtaposed Mexican Hotels
The Downtown Mexico Hotel Brings Colonial and Modern Style Together
Technology Rental Apps
NYC Startup KitSplit is a Peer-to-Peer Platform for Leasing Tech Equipment
Rural Vinyard Hotels
The Torre De Palma Wine Hotel Received an Extension and Upgrade
Spontaneous Travel Apps
The Booking Now App Provides a Personalized, Real-Time Experience
Augmented Reality Ferris Wheels
The Nippon Moon Uses Your Smartphone to Enhance the Ride
Movie-Themed Bird Hotels
The Tiny Grand Budapest Hotel Project Gives Lucky Birds a Charming Home
Iconic World Cup Prints
Nick Barclay's Nostalgic Designs Rev Fans Up for World Cup Brazil
Historic Building Hostels
The Backstay Hostel in Ghent is Located in a Stunning Art Deco Building
Shareable Air Travel Beacons
The Common-Use Beacon Registry Lets Airports Share Beacon Data
Luxe Mountainside Resorts
The Alpina Dolomites is Elegant and Eco-Conscious
Mountainside Luxury Villas
The Villa Escarpa in Portugal Has a Breathtaking View
Anti-Establishment Luxury Hostels
A New Breed of Luxury Hostel is Making Its Mark in Liverpool
Volunteer-Rewarding Packages
The Ritz-Carlton Do Good, Feel Good Package Offered a Luxury Upgrade
Competition Driven Travel Apps
The Voyando Travel Site Makes Hunting for Deals a Competition
Serpentine Mountainside Retreats
The T-House by NDA is a Mountainside Abode with a Unique Floorpla
Bicycle-Sharing Sites
Spinlister's Bike Rental Service Makes Eco-Transportation Accessible
Eerily Haunted Accommodations
Winchester Mystery House Hosts Sleepover Parties for the Brave
Interactive Tablet Marketing Videos
The Apple Your Verse Campaign Demonstrated Ways to Use iPads
Robot-Operated Accomodations
This Sci-fi Hotel is Run Mostly by Machines
Luxury Camping Vans
Mercedes-Benz Reveals the New Sprinter L5-B Camping Van
Lantern-Illuminated Interiors
The Design Agency Fills the Generator Hostel with Lavish Warmth
Personalized Travel Deal Sites
Hotelied is a Travel Booking Service that Offers Custom Deals
Contemporary Capsule Hotels
The Pod by Formwerkz Architects Offers Trendy Communal Living
Local Spirit Hostel Designs
The Generator London Hostel Received a Revamp
Design-Conscious Youth Hotels
Generator Hostels Provides Luxe Accommodation on a Budget
Icy Nordic Hotels
The 25th Iteration of Icehotel is Built Out Of Nearly 5,000 Tons of Ice
Pet Rental Services
Dogo Lets Prospective Pet Owners Rent Dogs for Play Dates
Royal Family Costumes
This Costume Set is Fit for Mom, Dad and Even a Little One
Hostel Cocktail Parties
La Maison Cointreau Provides a Night of Upscale Entertainment
Locomotive Winery Tours
The Napa Valley Wine Train Involves Wining, Dining and Travel
Reclaimed Factory Hotels
The Hotel Tobaco in Lodz Poland Makes You Feel at Home
Whimsical Disney Resorts
The Tokyo Disneyland Hotel Boasts Character-Themed Suites
Alcoholic Candy Combination Charts
This Wine Pairing Infographic Shows Which Wines Go With Treats
Unusual Food-Finding Blogs
Elsa Lang's 'Chow Scout' Picks Out the Weirdest Amazon Food Items
Party Guide Services
Zoola Fix Lets You Book a 'Fixer' to Connect You with the Hottest Nightlife
Restored Renaissance Accommodations
The Luxurious Florence Hotel was Built as a Villa in the 1400s
Literary Lodging Programs
The Ace Hotel Writers-in-Residence Program is a Treat for Guests
Soccer-Themed Controllers
Sony is Offering Customized Playstation Controllers Before FIFA 2014
Hotel Managing Apps
The House Trip App Lets Hosts Manage Their Hotels Right From Your Phone
Bike Sharing Programs
The Cycleswap Bike Rental Service Recently Launched in Amsterdam
Shareable Boxed Wines
Public House's Wine Kit Includes Cups for a Group Gathering
Affordably Cozy Student Hotels
The Student Hotel Amsterdam is a Student's Oasis on a Budget
Tweeted Hotel Bookings
Twitter Users Can Book Their Stays at Loews Hotels with a Tweet
Charitable Connected Laundry Machines
Whirlpool's Appliances Manifest the Internet of Good Things
Social Travel Bookings
Stayful's #Tweetstay Helps to Arrange an Easy Travel Booking
Luxurious Jungle Resorts
The Rosewood Mayakoba Resort Offers the Best of the Riviera Maya
Slim-Fitting Robot Costumes
The Transformers Optimus Prime Bodysuit Offers a Stretchy Alternative
Cinematic Haunted Hotel Posters
Bookings.com's Movie-Style Posters Advertise Haunted Hotels
Monstrous World Cup Ads
The 'Risk Everything' Short World Cup Film Stars Alex Oxlade-chamberlain
Hotel-Inspired Hospitals
The Circle Reading Hospital Aims to Create a Hotel-Like Atmosphere
Timeless Panama Accommodations
The American Trade Hotel is Inspired by Generational Touches
Orb-Shaped Treehouses
The Baobed Treehouse Can Be Hung From a Tree or Installed on the Ground
Y-Shaped Hostels
LAVA Builds the Bayreuth Youth Hostel in Germany
Luxury Hotel Soccer Campaigns
The Marriott World Cup Ad Stars Former and Present US Soccer Stars
Tropical Mountainside Hotels
The Stunning Jade Mountain is the Most Romantic of St. Lucia Resorts
Spooky Tree Cupcakes
These Eerie Deserted Tree Halloween Sweets are Ideal for Parties
Warpaint-Like Soccer Shoes
Adidas Releases the Battle Pack for the FIFA World Cup 2014
Oriental Cliffside Eateries
Visit the High Altitude Fangweng Restaurant on Your Next Trip to China
Spooky Chocolate Skulls
Treat Your Halloween Guests to a Delicious Candy Skull
Flaming World Cup Ads
The 'Attempt the Unthinkable' World Cup Film Features England's Wayne Rooney
Pop-Up Soccer Hostels
Naked Lá na Vila is Offering Free World Cup Accommodation to Creatives
Interactive Jet-Setting Gnome Tweets
Travelocity's Roaming Gnome Recommends Holiday Destinations
Luxe Fashion-Branded Hotels
The New Laura Ashley Manor is Filled with Laura Ashley Products
Interactive Beverage Ads
The New Pepsi Ad Campaign Aims to Take Advantage of World Cup Buzz
Rippled Airport Proposals
Foster + Partners Puts Forth a Design for the Isle of Grain in England
Flattening Foam Seating
The Aepe Chair Unslots for Easy Storage and Amusing Reconstruction
Bizarre Arcade Soccer Ads
This Short Nike 2014 World Cup Film Stars England Player Jack Wilshere
Fantasy Travel Bookings
Kayak.com Wants to Help You Get to Westeros by Carriage or Ship
Sci-Fi Sleeping Sheaths
The TARDIS Snuggie Keeps 'Doctor Who' Fans Warm Through Space and Time
Silence-Assured Accommodations
The Quiet Room Website Guarantees a Quality Relaxed Stay