20 Abandoned Hotels Still Standing in Perfect Condition

Across the globe, beautiful hotels have been deserted due to wars, natural disasters, or economic decline. However, some remain almost untouched, their rooms and halls frozen in their final moments of activity. These abandoned hotels serve as eerie reminders of changing times and lost luxury.

1. Ryugyong Hotel, North Korea

Located in Pyongyang, the Ryugyong Hotel is a massive pyramid-shaped skyscraper. Construction began in 1987 but was halted for decades due to financial problems. Although the exterior is complete, the inside remains mostly unfinished and empty. It towers over the city as a silent monument to ambition and delay.

2. Haludovo Palace Hotel, Croatia

Built in the 1970s on Krk Island, this luxury resort once attracted international guests. Funded in part by a businessman linked to the Playboy brand, it symbolized glamour and freedom. The Yugoslav Wars forced its closure, and it has never reopened. Despite decay, much of its structure and design still stand.

3. Hotel del Salto, Colombia

This elegant mansion overlooks the Tequendama Falls near Bogotá. It opened in the 1920s for wealthy travelers but closed in the 1990s due to pollution in the nearby river. The building was later restored as a museum, keeping its original features intact. It stands as both a historic site and a haunting landmark.

4. Lee Plaza Hotel, USA

Located in Detroit, Michigan, Lee Plaza opened in 1929 as a luxury apartment hotel. Its Art Deco architecture and ballroom once reflected the city’s golden age. After Detroit’s decline, it was abandoned in the 1990s. The building remains structurally sound and is being considered for restoration.

5. Grand Hotel Kupari, Croatia

Part of the Kupari resort complex near Dubrovnik, this hotel was destroyed during the Croatian War of Independence. Despite damage, its marble floors, staircases, and chandeliers remain. The resort once served Yugoslav army officers and tourists. Plans to redevelop it have been delayed, leaving it eerily preserved.

6. Hotel Belvédère, Switzerland

Built in the 1880s near the Rhône Glacier, this Swiss hotel was famous for its dramatic mountain views. It closed in 2015 due to declining glacier tourism. The building remains intact and is occasionally used for photoshoots and film scenes. Its perfect preservation makes it look ready to reopen.

7. Bokor Palace Hotel, Cambodia

Constructed by French colonists in the 1920s on Bokor Mountain, this hotel served as a luxury retreat. After decades of abandonment due to war, it was left largely untouched. The original architecture and walls remain in good condition. It has since been restored without losing its haunting charm.

8. The Ambassador Hotel, Taiwan

This hotel in Hsinchu City was one of Taiwan’s most famous landmarks. Closed in recent years after decades of service, its rooms and interiors are still perfectly preserved. The government has protected the building as part of the cultural heritage. It stands today as an empty but elegant shell of its former glory.

9. Hotel Monte Palace, Portugal

Perched on São Miguel Island in the Azores, this luxury hotel opened in 1989. Despite its stunning lake views, it closed only two years later due to low tourism. The building remains intact, with its grand staircase and marble floors still visible. Plans to restore it have circulated for years.

10. Grossinger’s Catskill Resort Hotel, USA

Once a glamorous escape in New York’s Catskills, Grossinger’s hosted celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor. It closed in 1986 after decades of decline. Much of the property was demolished, but parts of the structure and pool area remained well-preserved for years. The hotel became a symbol of mid-century resort culture.

11. Hotel de Inmigrantes, Argentina

This Buenos Aires hotel once housed European immigrants arriving in South America in the early 1900s. After decades of use, it was closed but left in solid condition. The building’s structure and interior details remain mostly intact. It now serves as a historical site preserving Argentina’s immigration heritage.

12. Tskaltubo Spa Resort, Georgia

In the Soviet era, this Georgian resort town was famous for its natural springs and grand hotels. Many of these buildings were abandoned after the USSR’s collapse. Despite being empty, their marble halls and murals remain well-preserved. One of the hotels has recently reopened for tourists, keeping much of its old design.

13. Hotel Stefanie, Austria

The Hotel Stefanie in Vienna was once a luxurious establishment in the early 20th century. When it closed for renovation years ago, work stalled, and it was never reopened. Surprisingly, the rooms, dining areas, and furniture were left in near-perfect condition. It still stands as if frozen in time.

14. Grand Hotel Líbano, Lebanon

This mountain hotel was a popular retreat before the Lebanese Civil War. Fighting caused its closure, but the structure survived with little damage. Much of its decor, including its stone arches and balconies, remains intact. It is one of the best-preserved abandoned hotels in the Middle East.

15. Hotel Pyongyang No. 1, North Korea

Located on the edge of Pyongyang, this hotel was built to host foreign guests. Political shifts caused it to close shortly after completion. It was never used, yet its furniture and interior details remain untouched. Its preserved state makes it appear ready for guests at any moment.

16. Hotel Cecil, USA

In Los Angeles, the Hotel Cecil became infamous for tragic events, leading to its closure. Despite this, the structure and rooms remain in good shape. The building has been repurposed but large sections still sit empty. Its history and preservation attract urban explorers and filmmakers.

17. Hotel Riviera, Taiwan

This once-luxurious seaside hotel in northern Taiwan closed after tourism declined in the area. The owners left most of the furniture and decor inside. Even after years of abandonment, it remains structurally sound. Locals view it as a nostalgic symbol of a forgotten travel era.

18. Hachijo Royal Hotel, Japan

Built in the 1960s on Hachijo Island, this hotel once served Japan’s elite travelers. It closed in 2006 after years of low visitors. The tropical climate preserved its interior surprisingly well, leaving chandeliers, hallways, and rooms intact. Though empty, it remains one of Japan’s best-kept abandoned hotels.

19. Grand Oriental Hotel, Sri Lanka

This colonial-era hotel near Colombo harbor was once a prestigious stop for traders and sailors. Closed for renovation, it has remained unused but fully preserved. Its old wooden staircases and marble floors still gleam under the sunlight. It’s considered an architectural treasure of old Ceylon.

20. Hotel Petka, Croatia

Located in Dubrovnik, Hotel Petka operated for decades before being shut for redevelopment. It remains in near-perfect shape with all rooms still furnished. Despite standing empty, it has not been vandalized or damaged. Plans exist to reopen it, but the building still waits quietly for its next chapter.

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