Discover hotels and bed & breakfasts with paranormal activity and ghostly tales.
Forget the contrived Halloween attractions; some of America's most historic hotels carry far more chilling secrets within their ancient walls. Having traversed countless purportedly haunted locales, I've learned that true spectral encounters are less about jump scares and more about the palpable weight of history. This isn't just a list; it's a guide to where the past genuinely lingers, offering both fascination and a touch of the unsettling.
Forget the sensationalized ghost tours. The Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans isn't just a grand dame of the French Quarter; it's a living, breathing testament to centuries of stories, where the veil between worlds thins for those willing to truly listen. Here’s what decades of chasing whispers across historic sites have taught me about this iconic, spectral establishment.
From the tragedy-steeped Lemp Mansion to Iowa's documented Mason House Inn, discover the Midwest's most actively haunted bed and breakfasts where history refuses to check out.
Beyond the gas lamps and cobblestones of the French Quarter lies the Andrew Jackson Hotel, a place steeped in history and shadow. But are its famed hauntings mere folklore, or does something truly linger in its hallowed halls, waiting for an unsuspecting guest?
Stepping into The Stanley Hotel, especially as autumn's chill bites, feels like walking directly into a well-loved ghost story. But for those plotting a pilgrimage for Halloween 2025, merely showing up won't cut it. This isn't just a hotel; it's a meticulously crafted experience, one that demands savvy planning to truly peel back its haunted layers.
Goldfield Hotel isn't just another spooky landmark. I've walked its desolate halls, sifting through the dust of legend and tragedy. Prepare for a guide that peels back the layers others miss, revealing the true weight of its specters.
Beyond the well-trodden paths of typical ghost tours lies Bisbee, Arizona's Copper Queen Hotel—a grand dame with a permanent guest list extending far beyond the living. I've walked its shadowed halls, and let me tell you, this isn't just another old hotel.
Few places whisper tales as persistently as the Skirvin Hilton, a grand dame of Oklahoma City whose polished facade belies a spectral undercurrent. As someone who’s spent years chasing shadows in historic corridors, I can tell you the Skirvin isn't just another old building with a ghost story; it’s a masterclass in how history, tragedy, and a dash of celebrity converge to create an enduring legend.
Savannah's cobblestone streets whisper tales, but few places echo with as many restless voices as the River Street Inn. Forget generic ghost tours; we're peeling back centuries of layered history to reveal where and why its spirits linger.
Forget the glossy brochures. Having traversed countless historic, and often eerily quiet, hallways across the United States, I’ve learned that the true spirit of a haunted hotel often lies far beyond the campfire tales—and sometimes, in the very practical details nobody bothers to mention.
Beyond the typical eerie tales and manufactured scares, Colorado’s historic hotels whisper genuine stories from the past. Join me as we delve into five iconic properties where history isn't just remembered—it often makes itself known, sometimes with a chilling tap on the shoulder.