Imagine a summer vacation that carries travelers to distant worlds. Although scientists often speculate that real space trips could be possible someday, this playful, imaginary tour invites readers to explore the solar system from a safe, storyteller’s vantage point, with planet hotels and celestial sightseeing along the way.
THE MARS SHERATON: The journey to the red planet is long, and six months of careful planning are advised before arrival. The stay promises comfort and wonder, while the voyage back home will take roughly eighteen months, so guests should be ready for a true extended adventure rather than a quick getaway.
No visit to Mars is complete without a stop at Olympus Mons, the tallest volcano in the solar system. The colossal peak dominates the Martian skyline and stands as a reminder of the scale of planetary geology. Today it remains dormant, allowing visitors to admire it from safe indoor viewing platforms without fear of eruption.
URANUS HYATT offers window views through a methane rich atmosphere, revealing sixteen moons in orbit nearby. The world tilts dramatically on its side, so seasons stretch for twenty years apiece, delivering long, cool periods and a steady rhythm of weather inside the hotel’s controlled environment.
Thanks to the planet’s distinctive tilt, many guests enjoy the idea of hidden riches below the surface. While the exact locations of such treasures are not disclosed, there are persistent rumors that vast diamonds lie buried deep beneath the crust, adding a playful air of treasure hunting to the stay.
BEST WESTERN MERCURY offers a porch side omelet prepared to order for guests. Being the closest planet to the Sun, Mercury experiences extreme heat during the day, with daytime temperatures reaching up to 427 degrees Celsius, a fact travelers plan around. On Mercury, a year lasts only about a day and a half, so birthday celebrations arrive rapidly and can be enjoyed often.
VENUS EMBASSY SUITES offers reassurance for solo travelers and families who want to stay connected. Venus shines in Earth’s sky as the Morning Star or the Evening Star, guiding observers. Outdoor activities are limited by the intense heat, so indoor exploration and comfortable retreats become the main focus as the planet glows with radiant light from Earth.
Indoor adventures are the norm on Venus, because the heat outside makes outdoor pursuits impractical. The climate is managed inside, where guests can explore exhibits, relax in climate controlled lounges, and enjoy a steady, comfortable stay away from the furnace like exterior conditions.
SATURN HOLIDAY INN invites guests to capture unforgettable photos of auroras, shifting clouds, and hundreds of rings, the most extensive ring system in the solar system. The winds around Saturn are powerful, creating thrilling opportunities for kite enthusiasts who can experience gusts racing through the atmosphere. Visitors can also visit one of Saturn’s many moons for a quieter excursion when desired.
Kite flyers will find the winds at Saturn exhilarating, with gusts that can reach extraordinary speeds, offering a unique thrill for aerial sports fans aboard the hotel’s viewing decks and outdoor spaces.
Light shows and kites not appealing? Saturn presents the option to visit one of its sixty moons for a calmer, otherworldly experience beneath the stars and rings.
NEPTUNE FAIRMONT guests should bring a warm coat, as Neptune sits at a frigid minus 223 degrees Celsius. The extreme cold is part of the experience, and visitors plan accordingly for a stay that embraces icy landscapes. If the atmosphere feels harsh, there remains the option to explore safer, enclosed environments within the resort complex. Beneath the icy exterior, a vast ocean lies hidden, offering a surreal opportunity to imagine an aquatic world beneath the surface.
JUPITER INTERCONTINENTAL is housed high in the planet’s veil of gases, with the hotel using jet thrusters to stay in place amid the swirling atmosphere. Since Jupiter is enormous, there is ample room for guests, and the resort feels spacious even during peak periods, thanks to its vast, planetary-scale footprint.
Guests who worry about space on this giant world discover that Jupiter’s massive size ensures plenty of room for everyone. The gravity here is strong, so travelers should expect a noticeable increase in weight when moving about the interiors and dining areas.
THE PLUTO HILTON reflects Pluto’s status as a dwarf planet, a fact that led to an unfortunate halt in operations. The once bustling resort on the edge of the solar system has since ceased operations, leaving a quiet reminder of the distant fringe where Pluto remains categorized today.
Pluto’s reclassification as a dwarf planet marks the end of the era for the Pluto Hilton, but the memory of its chilly, distant hospitality persists as a curious footnote in space tourism lore.