Abandoned buses become boutique hotel rooms at Chinese resort

Who says a fleet of scrapped buses can’t be glamorous?
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Sophie Hirsh
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Abandoned buses become boutique hotel rooms at Chinese resort
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Who says a fleet of scrapped buses can’t be glamorous?

More than 30 themed hotel rooms are now open in China’s Tai Tai Mountain Park, starting at about $43 per night. The catch? They’re renovated old buses.

The resort’s owners thoughtfully decorated each gut-renovated residence with charming themes ranging from Hello Kitty to Mickey Mouse to what appears to be ... American?


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Throw pillows, bedding, mugs and figurines pull together the look of each unit so well you might forget you're in an old bus.

If you’re planning a trip to Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, call ahead. The Pinterest-worthy hotels have been steadily booked since they opened in May, reports CNN.

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Next up for Tai Tai Mountain Park: The owners have plans to upcycle other vehicles, including tractors and planes. Would a Finding Nemo hotel built on a decrepit boat be too much to ask for?

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Sophie Hirsh

Sophie was a Viral Content Intern for the Watercooler channel. More writing and other stuff by Sophie can be found at www.sophiehirsh.com.

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