Underwater Hotels
4 Episodes
"Underwater Hotels" is a four-part documentary series exploring the architecture and design of unique hotels beneath the sea’s surface. From Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to submerged habitats in Florida, minimalist floating cabins in Zanzibar, and luxury villas in the Maldives, the series dives into the vision behind these extraordinary structures.
Through interviews with architects, designers, and hotel managers, viewers uncover how these remarkable spaces function and what they reveal about underwater life. With stunning visuals and immersive storytelling, "Underwater Hotels" offers an exclusive glimpse into these surreal, reverse aquariums where humans sleep among the marine world.
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16:06Episode 1ReefWorld - The Ultimate Ocean Escape
Episode 1
In the debut episode, dive into ReefWorld Pontoon, Australia’s only underwater accommodation, located 39 nautical miles off Queensland's coast. Discover the breathtaking Reefsuites, offering unparalleled views beneath the sea surface. Series host Phillip Vannini takes viewers swimming around the ...
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Jules' Undersea Lodge - The Deep Dive Experience
Episode 2
In this episode, venture into Jules’ Undersea Lodge, the world’s only fully submerged hotel, located 25 feet below the sea in Key Largo, Florida. Accessible only by diving, this unique habitat offers an exclusive glimpse into life beneath the waves. Meet Ian Koblick, the lodge’s visionary designe...
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The Manta Resort’s Underwater Room – Art, Design, and Conservation
Episode 3
Journey to the stunning Pemba Island in the Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania, to discover The Manta Resort’s Underwater Room—a minimalist, floating cabin initially conceived as an art installation. Join designer Mikael Genberg and co-founder Matthew Saus as they share the inspiration behind this on...
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16:59Episode 4The Muraka – Luxury Beneath the Waves
Episode 4
In the series finale, explore The Muraka, the world’s largest underwater residence at Conrad Maldives on Rangali Island. Discover its origins through the inspiring story of architect and developer Ahmed Saleem, who first envisioned the island's future after arriving with a small loan and a bold d...
