Discover 6 Unique and Exceptional Airbnbs Across Idaho

When you get away, you want to go someplace memorable — someplace you will never forget. While there are hotels with luxury and comfort, we love staying in vacation rentals. The best accommodations not only offer cozy amenities and are in prime locations where you can feel just like a local, but they also have something that makes them stand out. The following Airbnbs in Idaho are unique, unusual, and exceptional in every sense of the word. Each one will make you want to book a getaway or a staycation ASAP.

1. Drug Store in Mullan

How would you like to spend the night in a drug store in Mullan? This unique Airbnb in Mullan is perfect for the entire family. With 3,500 square feet, four bedrooms, and four bathrooms, 15 guests can sleep here. There are many details throughout the home to remind you of this building’s past, but there are also many cozy accommodations to ensure you have a good time. Plus, you are near numerous attractions such as Lookout Pass, Silver Mountain, Route of the Hiawatha, and more.

2. Flower Pot Tiny Home in Burley

One of the most unusual Airbnbs in Idaho is this flower pot vacation rental in Burley. This unique home has many incredible features, including a gorgeous spiral staircase, a charming kitchenette, and a hot tub. There are two beds and one bathroom in this home, comfortably sleeping up to four guests.

3. Crystal Peak Lookout in Fernwood

You’ll sleep high in the trees when you book a stay at this year-round lookout. Surrounded by 13 acres of forest, you’ll wake up to views that will inspire you in every way. There is one bed, comfortably sleeping two guests, and a wood-fire stove to keep you warm on cool nights. Keep in mind that there is no bathroom in the lookout; however, there is an outhouse down below.

4. Bandits Escape House in St. Anthony

The Bandits Escape House isn’t like any other vacation rental in Idaho. This Airbnb provides an escape room experience throughout the house, where there are mysteries, puzzles, and more to figure out. There are five beds and one bathroom in this home, allowing up to seven guests to try their luck and see how quickly they can solve the puzzles.

5. Restored 1909 Train Carriage in Deary

You will feel like you’ve stepped back in time, yet have all of the luxuries of modern day, when you stay in this restored 1909 train car that sits under a recreated depot roof. This car once ran on the Washington, Idaho, and Montana Railway until 1955. When you stay in this vacation rental, you’ll have access to the entire train car, which includes a single bedroom, a kitchenette, a small dining room, and a living room. You’ll also want to sit outdoors and enjoy the farm views on the covered porch.

6. Big Idaho Potato Hotel in Boise

No list of unusual Airbnbs in Idaho would be complete without the Big Idaho Potato Hotel. Located on a farm near Boise is this 6-ton potato that has been transformed into the ultimate getaway destination. Inside, you’ll find a charming seating area and a cozy bed with plush linens. Plus, there is a customized silo that has been turned into a relaxing spa where you can soak away your worries.

If you're looking for unique Airbnbs in Idaho, definitely book something on this list! And if you want to find other ways to make your trip even more memorable, be sure to visit our itinerary planner for nearby recommendations!