When you are getting ready to take a trip, the hotel you are staying in may not be the first thing on your priority list. However, some of the world's most unusual hotels make a destination in and of themselves, and travel buffs may want to plan a vacation around some of these locales.

Harlingen Harbour Crane, Netherlands

This hotel, which is just one bi-level room, is actually housed inside a former crane for hauling timber. In other words, when you book this room, you will actually be sleeping in a crane. It is filled with luxury amenities like high tech lighting and plasma televisions, and you will enjoy panoramic views of the harbor. If you do not like the view, simply access the control panel to literally swing your room around!

Giraffe Manor, Kenya