The 12 Best Themed Hotel Rooms for a Memorable Stay

For couples who like to do things out of the ordinary, a themed hotel room might just be the answer for a special occasion. It takes a passion and brings it to life, so waking up surrounded by the things you love (as well as the one you love) can indeed feel like a dream come true.

Most themed hotel rooms are dedicated to pop culture. Movies such as Barbie, Harry Potter and Star Trek have such dedicated followings that they end up remaining permanent fixtures of a hotel's suite offerings rather than just temporary pop-ups. Then there are music icons like The Beatles and Dolly Parton who warrant their own themed boudoirs so that super fans can fully immerse themselves. But it isn't all about entertainment. Perhaps you've always wanted to stay underwater, to enjoy a piece of history, or you've just never grown out of LEGO—there are dedicated spaces for those too. We've rounded up 12 of the world's best themed hotel rooms for an unforgettable retreat, whether you're after a super-special anniversary trip or an amazing honeymoon destination.

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Our favorite themed hotel rooms around the world span a super cute Hello Kitty room and an enchanting Harry Potter den. Here are the highlights followed by a complete breakdown of the best stays for your next special vacation.

Best Overall Themed Hotel Room: The Wizard Chambers, Georgian House Hotel
Best Celebrity-Themed Hotel Room: 9 to 5 Suite, Graduate Nashville
Best Movie-Themed Hotel Room: Barbie Suite, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Most Historic-Themed Hotel Room: John Lennon and Yoko Ono Suite, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
Best Themed Hotel Room for Honeymooners: The Elizabeth Taylor Suite, Chobe Game Lodge
Best Themed Hotel Room in the US: Final Frontier, The Curtis
Best Concept-Themed Hotel Room: The Underwater Suites, Atlantis the Palm
Best Themed Hotel Room for Budget Travelers: All Rooms, Sweets Hotel Ruby Shibuya
Best Themed Hotel Room for Shopaholics: The Dior Suite, The St. Regis, New York
Best Hotel Room for High Rollers: Superyacht Penthouse Suite, Sunborn Gibraltar
Best Themed Hotel Room for Bachelorette Parties: Hello Kitty Room, Asakusa Tobu Hotel
Best Themed Hotel Room for Families: Pirate Room, Hotel LEGOLAND

The Wizard Chambers, Georgian House Hotel, London

Perched on the picturesque streets of Pimlico, this historic Grade-II listed property oozes spellbinding charm before you even step into their wizard-themed rooms. They're on the lower ground floor, through a portrait-lined, candlelit passageway. Inside each of the chambers you'll find faux castle details including stone walls, cauldrons, stained glass windows and ultra-comfy four-poster beds hung with velvet curtains. Come on a weekend to add on their wizard-themed afternoon tea before a trip into Soho for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (the most awarded and acclaimed play in history, no less), or stay in and get merry in the hotel's potion-making class.

35-39 St George's Drive, London, SW1V 4DG, UK

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

9 to 5 Suite, Graduate Nashville, Nashville

What would Dolly do? She'd kick her feet up and relax in Nashville, of course. Fans can get a slice of Dolly R&R at Graduate Nashville. The Music City stay packs bags of energy (read: dancing and social spots) and rooms popping with theatrics. The 9 to 5 Suite is their homage to the Queen of Country. It's inspired by Dolly's glitzy style; decked with pink feathers, disco ball-tile ceilings and neon signs spelling out her best one-liners. You'll even sleep on a California King waterbed. Guests can arrive in style with their white limousine airport pick-up service for $150.

101 20th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203, USA

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

The Elizabeth Taylor Suite, Chobe Game Lodge, Botswana

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For their second wedding and honeymoon, Liz Taylor and Richard Burton decided that the Chobe River in Botswana would be the most appropriate place to celebrate their relationship milestone. Safari-goers know that the only hotel within Chobe National Park is the appropriately deemed and five-star Chobe Game Lodge, which now honors the Hollywood royals with its luxe "Liz Taylor Suite."

Chobe National Park, Serondela, Botswana

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

John Lennon and Yoko Ono Suite, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, Montreal

If the latest Beatles frenzy is anything to go by, there's still a major appetite for following the tracks of the Fab Four. For couples, how about replicating the honeymoon of John Lennon and Yoko Ono? The couple staged "Bed-Ins for Peace" protests against the war back in 1969, and Montreal was one of their stops. They checked into the 17th floor of the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, and it was here they recorded "Give Peace a Chance." Today, couples can stay in the converted two-bedroom suite, which features memorabilia from the original "Bed-In," including images, relics and video recordings. The living room space is also arranged in the style of the famed press setup.

900 Rene Levesque Boulevard West, Montreal, QC, H3B 4A5, Canada

4.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews

The Dior Suite, The St. Regis, New York

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Occupying the 12th floor of the St. Regis Hotel, this 1,700-square-foot suite pays homage to one of the most beloved luxury fashion brands in the world. Decorated with inspiration from the Parisian Dior atelier, the accommodation features whimsical fashion artwork against a distinguished Dior-worthy color palette. The location also plays a factor: Fifth Avenue is steps away.

Two E 55th St, New York, NY 10022

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Final Frontier, The Curtis, Denver

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The Curtis is more than just another DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel—it's a themed paradise. Select one of their Hyper Themed Rooms and you'll immerse in sports, discos and even talk show hosts. The Final Frontier is a fan favorite that's dedicated to Star Trek. It's dressed in galactic colors, offering guests a chance to sleep in the company of Kirk, Spock and Sulu (well, card cutouts of them), and catch up on reruns on the flat-screen TV. With rates at around $250, this themed experience is a steal.

1405 Curtis Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, USA

4.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews

The Underwater Suites, Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

Atlantis, The Palm

Why go to the aquarium when you can bring the aquarium to you? The Underwater Suites at Atlantis, The Palm is a mermaid fantasy realized and a honeymoon bucket list stay. Your bed and bathroom come with floor-to-ceiling windows of the hotel's Ambassador Lagoon, which is home to a staggering 65,000 marine animals. You'll wake up to the sights of sharks and rays, and float in the marble bathtub while watching seas of snapper shimmer by. The sights are so transfixing, you won't want to leave the suite. Good thing 24-hour private butler service is available, as well as an underwater wellness center.

Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Barbie Suite, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

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To spend a night in a movie-themed dollhouse, check into the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur's Barbie Suite, a 340-square-foot space decked out in retro pink Barbie mania and celebrating the character's multitude of careers. There's not one, but 14 Barbie Suites at the hotel. For the complete experience, guests can select the Barbie Ultimate Staycation Package, which includes breakfast, pink teatime in a box and a surprise gift.

12 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

All Rooms, Sweets Hotel Ruby Shibuya, Tokyo

Love hotels are big business in Japan. Technically, they're lovers dens aimed at per-hour users (if you catch our drift), but they're gaining popularity with tourists who come for the photo opportunities. You'll be surprised at how exceptionally clean and decently priced they are. Sweets Hotel Ruby Shibuya is one of the many love hotels by Dogenzaka in Shibuya. Outside, it's a carnival of lollipops and candy canes, and inside, each room is themed to a kind of dessert treat, from chocolate to gingerbread. The reception desk has a complimentary candy counter to get your sugar fix. Enjoy Willy Wonka's world in budget hotel form, as prices start at just $80.

19-9 Maruyamacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0044, Japan

Superyacht Penthouse Suite, Sunborn Gibraltar, Gibraltar

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If you're a couple who loves cruising but wants to take a break from the sail, then how about the world's first five-star yacht hotel? Sunborn has all the elements of a luxury cruise, but it's docked by land so you needn't worry about getting seasick. For a White Lotus billionaire experience, spend your honeymoon in the Superyacht Penthouse Suite, the ship's most plush offering with incredible Mediterranean sea views. Tip: Order breakfast to your hammock.

35 Ocean Village Promenade Gibraltar, GX11 1AA, Gibraltar

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Pirate Room, Hotel LEGOLAND, Denmark

The town of Billund in Denmark might as well be renamed LEGOLAND—it's where the world-famous bricks are from and where the mahoosive LEGOLAND resort and theme park is situated. An on-site hotel gives adults and kids a chance to fully immerse themselves and build blocks until they fall asleep. Our favorite themed room is the pirate room, filled with maps and escape-room-esque decor. Other room themes include kings and dragons, and an adventure room.

Aastvej 10, Billund 7190 Denmark

4.0 Star Rating | Read Reviews

Hello Kitty Room, Asakusa Tobu Hotel, Tokyo

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Konnichiwa, Kitty! Asakusa Tobu Hotel in Tokyo has the ultimate stay for fans of the beloved Sanrio cartoon character. There are two types of rooms to select from, one in a traditional Japanese style and the other in a more modern Western style. Both are pink and feature Hello Kitty themes everywhere—on the wall, on the bed cushions and even in the bathroom. Guests also receive a Hello Kitty welcome gift as a souvenir. Sleeping up to four people a room, this is an ideal option for bachelorette trips or couples traveling with kids.

1 Chome-1-15 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

4.5 Star Rating | Read Reviews