Bavaria: The owners say this is the world's smallest hotel.
The Eh'haeusl (eh-HOY-zel) in the medieval town of Amberg in Bavaria is only two and a-half meters -- that's just over eight feet wide.
Built in the 1700s, it's just been renovated, and has now re-opened to accept guests once again, even if it's only big enough to offer accommodation to one couple at a time.
With its new decor, the hotel offers those who stay five-star luxury, stretching out over seven narrow floors.
The Eh'haeusl (eh-HOY-zel) in the medieval town of Amberg in Bavaria is only two and a-half meters -- that's just over eight feet wide.
Built in the 1700s, it's just been renovated, and has now re-opened to accept guests once again, even if it's only big enough to offer accommodation to one couple at a time.
With its new decor, the hotel offers those who stay five-star luxury, stretching out over seven narrow floors.
Interior designer Marianne Luff says there were lots of obstacles to overcome in getting it furnished.
In English, Eh'haeusl means "marriage house." The building was constructed in order to give people a chance to skirt a city council ruling that only property owners could get married.
In its original incarnation, the house was so tiny and inexpensive that poor people could actually buy the house, get married, move in and then sell it on soon after to the next marriage-minded couple.
Of course, that was long before the current make-over, which has created an ambiance luxurious enough to satisfy even the most demanding visitor.
Heinz Wilhelm, who stayed at Eh'hauesl with his wife Barbara, was certainly impressed.
And designer Luff notes there could be an extra special benefit for those who choose Eh'hauesl to start off their honeymoon.
Well worth the 240 euros a night it costs to stay.
In English, Eh'haeusl means "marriage house." The building was constructed in order to give people a chance to skirt a city council ruling that only property owners could get married.
In its original incarnation, the house was so tiny and inexpensive that poor people could actually buy the house, get married, move in and then sell it on soon after to the next marriage-minded couple.
Of course, that was long before the current make-over, which has created an ambiance luxurious enough to satisfy even the most demanding visitor.
Heinz Wilhelm, who stayed at Eh'hauesl with his wife Barbara, was certainly impressed.
And designer Luff notes there could be an extra special benefit for those who choose Eh'hauesl to start off their honeymoon.
Well worth the 240 euros a night it costs to stay.
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