# Cliff-Integrated Pod Resorts The 'Sphere Hotel' By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-11-25 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dangerous-hotels-cliff-face-sphere-hotel References: [coolbuzz.org](http://www.coolbuzz.org/entry/hotel-sphere-even-scenic-beauty-comes-with-safety-glitch/) The [Sphere Hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xo-audio), designed by Milla Rezanova, will be located on an [artificial island](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sindalah) between Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Guests will be transported to the hotel by helicopter because the hotel will be [built on a cliff](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-yuri). In addition to the incredible ocean views that will be on offer at the hotel, the prototype includes 200 rooms, restaurants, entertainment areas, a conference room and several boutique shops. Another luxurious leap forward in the excessive design trend occurring in the Middle East. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Hip Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/hiphotels) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cliff-integrated Pod Resorts:** The concept of building resorts on cliffs offers a unique and luxurious experience for travelers. - **Artificial Island Hotels:** Developing hotels on artificial islands presents an exclusive and visually stunning destination for tourists. - **Excessive Design Trend:** The Middle East's focus on extravagant and opulent design creates opportunities for luxury hospitality experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** Incorporating cliff-integrated pod resorts and artificial island hotels into the hospitality industry enables the development of high-end and exceptionally unique accommodations. - **Architecture and Engineering:** Designing and constructing cliff-embedded hotels and artificial islands requires specialized expertise in architecture and engineering. - **Travel and Tourism:** The trend of distinctive and extravagant hotel concepts contributes to the growth of the travel and tourism industry, attracting discerning travelers seeking unparalleled experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Coastal Hotel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicon.md) - [Coastal Shiny Cantilevered Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shebara-resort.md) - [Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acromnia-orbital-hotel.md) - [Tranquil Suspended Hanging Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardh-architect.md) - [Sky-Based Hotel Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuclearpowered-sky-hotel.md) - [3D-Printed Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-hotel.md) - [Spherical Urban Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-ballroom.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Overwater Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-private-reserve.md) - [Captivating Stilt-House Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mast-1.md)