Plane crazy! Jumbo Jet is transformed into unique hostel

TAKE a look inside this aeroplane hotel complete with 33 different rooms, luxury suites and a fully-stocked bar

PRETTY FLY: The quirky hostel has 33 rooms including luxury suites [CATERS]

An aeroplane might not be the first place you think of when looking for a good night's rest but this jumbo jet turned hostel is an aircraft with a difference.
Located just outside of Stockholm-Arlanda Airport, Sweden, this former Boeing-457 has swapped engines for bedrooms to offer visitors a unique overnight stay they will never forget.

SLEEP TIGHT: The plane is kitted out with luxury double beds [CATERS]

The brainchild of barmy businessman, Oscar Dias, the entrepreneur spent over £1.5 million over six months transforming the huge flying machine into the aptly named, Jumbo Stay Hotel.

“I would say the best part of the hotel is the view from the cockpits window”

Oscar Dias

"I wanted to open up a hotel on the airport," said Oscar.
"I learnt about the decommissioned aircraft and I thought it would an interesting way of getting into the airport hotel market."
"The Jumbo Stay Hotel is right on the airport, it's located 20 metres outside, 'airside', next to the taxi runway for the planes," he added.
After stripping the plane of its 450 chairs, the former Pan-Am aircraft now boasts 33 different rooms as well as a luxury suite for those who want to make their stay even more memorable.

QUIRKY: The seats have been ripped put and a bar has been put in their place [CATERS]

ROOM WITH A VIEW: The hostel is right next to the airport so plane enthusiasts can watch the jets roll in [CATERS]

For around £320 guests can take in the stunning, panoramic views of the runway from the cosy converted cockpit as well as enjoy the privacy of their own en suite bathroom.
But that isn't all, visitors can also kick back in the communal lounge in formally restored arm chairs or sip at Martini glasses from the comfort of the on board bar.

Oscar said: "Our guests are simply amazed when they see our hotel.
"I would say the best part of the hotel is the view from the cockpits window.
"The plane was once part of the Pan-Am airline fleet and flew between 1984-1991.
"This piece of aircraft has flown day and night for so many years.
"Now it is finally resting and guarding our new guests, calm and stable on the ground."