Our 10 favourite unusual hotels on the west coast of the United States

The Kinney - Venice Beach is a veritable boom of colour, just a stone's throw from California's sublime beaches. It's where vintage charm meets pop art! You'll find every decorative object brings its own unique touch to this eccentric setting. Ideal for a romantic getaway, art lovers will find their eyes wide open in every nook and cranny of the hotel, where numerous artists have left a little piece of their talent.

The patio is undoubtedly the hotel's main attraction! Ping-pong tables, an outdoor fireplace, a bar, a heated swimming pool and hammocks are all available to guests. In relaxation mode, you can hire bicycles to discover the surrounding area, in a seaside town brimming with attractions. The more sporty guests can take advantage of the fitness room, which is a great way to keep busy without leaving the hotel.

68 rooms, for two to four people, in a 70s style, with a modern touch. Equipped with a fridge, coffee machine, television and desk, comfort is king! The beach and holiday spirit are the order of the day in this unique place.

The small town of Kanab has been nicknamed "Little Hollywood" ever since it became the setting for numerous films from the 1920s onwards. Renovated by two brothers to accommodate the actors and film crews in the area, Parry Lodge quickly became a favourite haunt of the productions. Ideally situated for visiting Zion National Park and Glen Canyon, this historic motel is still very popular today.

You can sleep in the room of Clint Eastwood, Steve McQueen or even John Wayne at Parry Lodge! Each room is named after a Hollywood star who has stayed at the hotel, preserving the charm with a modern twist. Designed for two to eight people, the accommodation has a TV and free Wi-Fi.

We must mention the copious breakfast served daily in a common room, which gourmets will particularly appreciate. In keeping with the western theme, a cinema room regularly shows films from the era, taking you back in time. Total immersion!

The charm of airstream caravans in a green setting. Strolling through the pleasant town of Ojai in the spirit of California is the Caravan Outpost concept. These small, unusual dwellings will delight travellers looking for the camping spirit... with all the comforts of home! All arranged in a circle on the site, the ten aluminium caravans sleep three or four people.

The colourful blankets on the beds stand out against the sleek caravans in black, white and wood tones. A hippie chic atmosphere! Are you more intimate with your private outdoor space, or more open to socialising in the communal area?

Be that as it may, this peaceful oasis gives travellers the freedom to choose as they wish. Fully equipped, you can pack your bags as if you were in a hotel, but on a campsite.

Located on the legendary Las Vegas Strip, the castle-like Excalibur hotel complex is the epitome of American excess. A 9,000 m² casino, four outdoor swimming pools, numerous restaurants, shops and shows are all available within the hotel itself!

The rooms accommodate between 2 and 4 travellers, with furnishings that are more classical than the exterior architecture and better equipped than in the Middle Ages. The beds are extremely comfortable, and we all know that after a night out in Las Vegas, rest is essential! The hotel is located at the beginning of the Strip, the city's flagship street, with its many hotel-casinos, each bigger than the last, and a very special atmosphere.

A mini-city within the city, for a few years the hotel was the largest in the world! Now dethroned by a hotel in the same street, it's still impressive, unstoppable and as kitsch as it gets from the outside... there's no doubt about it, this is Vegas!

Fans of the colourful interlocking bricks are in for a treat! Legoland California Hotel and Castel Hotel is the ideal getaway for visitors to the Legoland park. Immersed in the world of Lego, the hotel is designed down to the last detail, from floor to ceiling. Themed rooms, puzzles to solve and a host of activities for children are all on the programme, so there's plenty to keep you busy!

With rooms for 4 or 5 people and themes such as pirates, kingdoms, adventures and knights/dragons, every family is immersed in a wonderful world. What could be better than a dip in the pool after a day at Legoland? There are plenty of activities in the outdoor areas, so it's impossible for children to get bored.

For an outing outside the hotel, the town of Carlsbad is ideally located, offering other places of interest to discover. Before starting the day, guests can enjoy the extensive breakfast buffet, which is included in the booking.

For the first time in your life, you'll be allowed to sleep in class! The McMenamins Kennedy School, which was a primary school for many years, is now a place where you can sleep between the cloakrooms and blackboards. Beds have replaced the pupils' chairs, the canteen has become a restaurant and the toilets... a brasserie!

Long a place of education and seriousness, it is now a place where relaxation, leisure and epicureanism are the order of the day. With six restaurants to choose from, the establishment offers travellers a wide choice, and there's even something to keep them entertained into the night in the boiler room, which has a swimming pool, shuffleboard and an old-fashioned jukebox. A cinema completes the offer and attracts many visitors.

Arguably Portland's most unusual hotel, its style is unique, atypical and magical. As you stroll through the corridors, the details reveal themselves: old class photos framed in a frame, wallpaper made up of torn-out notebook pages and even representations of former teachers. The most picturesque school is in Oregon!

Pop culture, the retro chic of American diners, colours and patterns by the dozen - that's the spirit behind The Curtis, a modern, friendly hotel in Denver. Pop art has pride of place, and each floor has its own theme, so there's something for everyone on the 13 floors! The team is very attentive, starting by offering guests a small sweet as soon as they arrive.

In the heart of a district renowned for its theatres, life is punctuated by numerous performances. Its central location in the city is an asset, providing access to the district's most famous shops, entertainment venues and restaurants in just a few minutes.

Pop culture continues to find its way into the decoration of themed rooms. The classic rooms have the same facilities (wifi, mini-refrigerator, television...) as the themed rooms, for two to four people, but in a more ordinary setting. A room with an arcade machine and another for business travellers, as well as a boutique, add to the appeal of the hotel and its Mad About Music and Superheros themes.

It's THE kitsch place in all its splendour! The Madonna Inn hotel, in San Luis Obispo, is as busy as it gets, decorated without limits but personalised with care, giving it an undeniable charm. Every detail has been thought of, and pink is the order of the day, from the sign to the tennis court...

Each room is unique! Each room is representative of a well-defined universe: a love nest, an American house, a safari, the Irish hills, etc. Once a small motel with just a few rooms, it is now a large complex with around a hundred rooms, restaurants, bars, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a spa.

Curious visitors can stop in just to have a drink and admire the decor, but nothing beats a night in this unique place, which has become a real Californian attraction.

In a caravan or tent, the view of Zion National Park is simply sublime! Zion View Campsite is the ideal place to reconnect with nature. After a sunset over the red rocks, travellers can enjoy the starry sky from their accommodation, before enjoying a night like no other.

Over grilled meats and marshmallows grilled with their neighbours, the camping atmosphere, with a certain comfort, is rejuvenating. For two to four people, the accommodation is spacious and tastefully decorated, and the shared shower rooms are meticulously maintained.

Tucked away in a little alleyway in Los Angeles, the Petit Ermitage is a vintage boutique hotel where you can step back in time. The vast array of remarkable works of art is perfectly in keeping with the bohemian chic spirit of the place, offering visitors a moment in time.

The atmosphere is zen and conducive to relaxation, thanks in particular to the rooftop where the swimming pool is available to travellers along with a large outdoor lounge. At the heart of the hotel, the luxury of the rooms is appreciated, with a full range of facilities, ideal for a romantic break.

The restaurant is a small tropical paradise in the heart of the city. The setting, under the shade at lunch or under the sparkling lights at dinner, makes it all the more enjoyable to enjoy the chef's refined cuisine. The night comes at a price, which is commensurate with the rarity of a quiet, idyllic spot just a stone's throw from LA's bustling districts.