“Of all the eerie places around the world – and there are many – there’s something extra spooky about haunted hotels. Maybe it’s the influence of so many movies and TV shows, but things going “bump” in the night seem to be even bumpier in a hall packed with sleeping strangers.”
- Caitlin Morton, Condé Naste Traveller
Morton had a boo-tiful time writing her 53 haunted hotels around the world you can stay at – if you dare article. Let’s follow suit and explore some of the world’s most spine-chilling stays this Halloween. And we don’t just mean eerie vibes. We’re talking full-on haunted histories!
Remember to pick up a few local phrases for chatting with the ghostess with the mostest when you’re planning a ghoulish getaway.
Hotel Burchianti in Florence, Italy
Renaissance masterpiece with some lingering visitors, anybody? Guests have seen a skipping child, a knitting woman, and felt freezing breaths. A gentle ciao could help break the ice (pun intended).
Chateau de Marcay in Marcay, France
This Loire Valley chateau arbours a terrible tale of woman accidentally shot dead by a local farmer. Her tormented soul is said to remain to this day. You might want to practice saying Ça va? Because you never know when you’ll meet this ethereal guest!
Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, Massachusetts
The Hawthorne is a real haunt-spot in the witchy town of Salem! This is why TV shows Ghost Hunters and Bewitched both took an interest, with guests reporting tugged sheets and a spectral woman in the mirror of Room 612. Perhaps a good idea to brush up on excuse me in English, just in case you unexpectedly bump into a mischievous spectre.
Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa in Ruthin, Wales
This medieval gem in North Wales has hosted some doomed tenants in its time, including Bloody Mary herself. Lady Jane Grey’s ghost is also said to wander the halls. Brave enough? Learn a bit of Welsh to truly immerse yourself in the spirit… or spirits.
Toftaholm Herrgård Hotel in Lagan, Sweden
Beneath its Scandinavian charm lies the tragic tale of a forbidden love at Toftaholm Herrgård, with the ghost of a heartbroken young man allegedly roaming Room 324. His fate? Hanging himself from the rafters. Maybe soothe his troubled spirit with a cheery hej (hello) in Swedish if you hear the shutters slamming.
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