OK, this place is crazy-expensive. And I generally disapprove of high-priced hotels. But I am determined to spend at least one night in every hotel that used to be a plane. I've been in 2 of the 4 that I know about, so I have no choice but to stay here sometime.

Inexpensive, laid-back, nicely appointed ... also has a terrific bistro that - when we stayed there - gave guests a free dinner. Terrific tasty food.

I don't know about you, but nothing puts me a more vacation-y state of mind than a couple of coffins. In addition to the coffin room this place also offers a room completely padded in green leather and as well as one completely covered in mirrors.

Just look at the photos - enough said.

If you don't like the idea of staying in a wine barrel converted into a hotel room, I don't even want to know you.

We stayed in the hostel portion - the rooms were cozy wood-paneled numbers with bunk beds. The bathrooms are about as nice as you'll ever see. There's also a drying room for those who get their clothes soaked in the frequent wet weather.

A full kitchen, spacious rooms, great views, and a short walk to Aggys Shack and all the other fun of Queenstown. Why wouldn't you stay there?

I was super-excited to spend a night here. It's amazing what someone can do with a grounded jet, some imagination and a wee bit of funds. The question is ... why don't more people recycle on such a grand scale?

It's a hotel built every year. Out of ice. A no-brainer. Gimme my reindeer blanket already!

A beautiful teak interior, a killer view, and monkeys cavorting all over the place. It's also close to El Avion, an old freighter converted into an awesome bar that slings a mean sangria.

There's more to Woodlyn Park than just a Bristol freighter turned into two hotel suites with mini-kitchens - there's also yacht ad railroad car suites and Hobbit houses. And sheep wandering around - for those who get lonely traveling solo.

Full kitchen, right on a trolley line, quiet, friendly staff, awesome design. And a reasonable price to boot. I don't always go to Portland ... but when I do, I prefer the Inn at Northrup Station.