A converted Airbus A320 is ‘one of the most unique experiences’
- This Airbus A320 was converted into an Airbnb
- Some Airbnb features are seamlessly integrated into the existing facilities of the plane
- It’s available from around $250 per night
Published on Aug 06, 2024 at 4:19 PM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Aug 07, 2024 at 5:08 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
Somebody converted a disused Airbus A320 into a nice Airbnb and it looks tremendous.
Located in South Wales, away from the chaos and noise of the big cities, this Airbus is guaranteed to give its guests (s) a unique experience.
Also, in a way, it sort of feels private jet-esque.
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The fuselage and part of the cockpit of the Airbus A320 have been remodeled to serve as a home for two people.
What’s more, it isn’t even that expensive, priced at £199 per night – equivalent to $250.
It’s all about using the available space in the Airbus in a clever way
One of the most interesting things about it is how the owner integrated the components of an Airbnb location into the existing features of an Airbus.
It’s like the Airbus was designed to become an Airbnb someday.
The kitchen, for example, was carved out of the existing space where the crew provided meals and beverages while the plane was airborne.
The microwave oven is exactly the same as the one the crew might use to heat up your ciabatta on your way to Mallorca from London Heathrow.
Or perhaps we should say Mallorca from Paris, because this Airbus used to belong to Air France.
The owners of the Airbnb decided not to remove Air France logos and labels, which is a nice touch.
When planes become homes
You don’t have to search too hard to find an Airbnb accommodation that used to be a plane.
There’s a man in the UK who turned a Boeing 737 into a nice holiday home, and in this case they used the cockpit as well as part of their Airbnb.
Then there’s another holiday home, a stone’s throw from the Airbus Airbnb we’ve just mentioned, which is a decommissioned Lockheed Jetstar.
But the most famous jet-turned-Airbnb is the Boeing 737 that’s available for rent in Bali, Indonesia.
Some call it the ‘best villa in the world’, and it even comes with jaw-dropping views of the ocean and its own private swimming pool.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
