Of all the eerie places around the world—and there are a lot—there’s something extra spooky about haunted hotels. Maybe it’s the influence of so many movies and TV shows, but things going “bump” in the night seem to be even, er, bumpier in a hall packed with sleeping strangers. Having said that, those same haunted hotels can also be extremely luxurious, with more than just urban legends to get your heart thumping. Whether they’re castles in Ireland or top resorts from our Readers’ Choice Awards, check out these hotels that all have a little… extra spirit.
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