Published 16 April 2021
These unusual stays offer a one-of-a-kind experiences that will turn your Jersey escape into something truly unforgettable. Stay in a historic fort, a radio tower perched on the cliffs, or a 1930s-style boat-shaped beach hut just steps from the sand. Make one of these sites your base and see Jersey from a whole new perspective.
Drift off in style at The Shells
New for 2025, The Shells brings a splash of the unexpected to St. Helier Marina – two beautifully crafted, one-bedroom floating pods that bob gently on the tide. These eco-friendly hideaways offer a quirky waterside stay with all the comforts you need, and just the right touch of adventure. Whether you’re a couple seeking a romantic ripple-side retreat or a family ready to rock the boat (gently), this is Jersey living with a twist.
The Shells, St. Helier Marina
Panoramic 360° views at the Radio Tower
The Radio Tower’s bird’s-eye view is possibly the most spectacular way to see Jersey in all seasons, with breathtaking views sweeping from St. Ouen’s Bay to La Corbière Lighthouse. With its Bauhaus-inspired lines, this is an unforgettable spot to watch a storm roll in.
Please note, the Radio Tower can sleep up to six people.
Boat life at Barge Aground
How about staying in, not on, a boat? A one-of-a-kind seaside escape awaits at this 1930s beach hut hideaway complete with portholes and St. Ouen’s Bay quite literally on your doorstep. Right at the heart of the area’s nature reserve, the sights, sounds and salty air of the bay are yours for your stay. And did we mention the sun sets into the sea almost directly opposite your terrace?
Please note, Barge Aground can sleep up to six people.
Barge Aground
King of your own castle
Elizabeth Castle is one of Jersey’s most iconic locations and it can be all yours (well nearly) with a stay at this apartment within its barracks. Cut off by the tide twice a day, with an amphibious ferry transporting you to and from the site, this historic Tudor castle location is yours to explore.
Please note, Elizabeth Castle apartment can sleep up to six people. It is highly recommended to check tide times when booking.
The great offshore escape
Step into another world – quite literally – with a stay at Seymour Tower, the island’s only square-shaped Conway tower. Marooned more than a mile offshore, in the heart of Jersey’s otherworldly low tide landscape, and surrounded by vast sandbanks, shifting gullies and glistening rock pools, it’s a spot that feels more lunar than local. Only accessible on foot and only with a trained walking guide (trust us, the tides don’t mess about), it’s an unforgettable base for the most adventurous of island stays.
Please note, Seymour Tower can sleep up to seven people. It is highly recommended to check tide times when booking.
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Wild camping at Durrell Zoo
Wake up in the wild with luxury camping in the grounds of Jersey Zoo, the world’s-first conservation-led wildlife park founded in 1959 by Gerald Durrell. Camp out in luxury in geodesic domes and doze off to the gentle sounds of rare golden lemurs and tamarins.
You can hire a glamping pod that can sleep up to two adults and two children. Stay includes free entry to Jersey Zoo.
A tower with a view
Archirondel Tower stands proud on Jersey’s east coast, its red-and-white stripes as iconic as its sea-splashed setting. Split over four levels with sweeping views from both a ground-level terrace and rooftop perch, it’s a stay made for salty-toed adventurers. With the sea quite literally on your doorstep and the peaceful bay of Archirondel as your front garden, it’s the perfect place to soak up sunrises, sea breezes and a healthy dose of island intrigue.
Please note, Archirondel Tower can sleep up to four people.
Archirondel Tower
Discover more places to stay
Still searching for your perfect island perch? From cliffside cottages to countryside manors and beachside boltholes, there’s a stay with your name on it. Whether you’re craving luxury, looking for something a little left-of-centre, or just fancy waking up somewhere completely new – Jersey’s got you covered.
