Scarebnb: The Top Five Most Haunted (and Hilarious) Places to Stay

Tired of ordinary hotels with working Wi‑Fi and zero ghosts? Welcome to Scarebnb — where every creak is a marketing opportunity and even the afterlife comes with a nightly rate

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Haunted stays are no longer oddities; they’re part of the travel economy. Property owners have learned that you can charge 40% more if someone met an untimely end there in 1894. It’s capitalism’s final frontier — where the dead pay dividends. So pack your EMF reader and a sense of humor, because these ghostly getaways are dying for your visit.

1. The Stanley Hotel — Estes Park, Colorado

Yes, the inspiration for the film The Shining. This mountain lodge offers luxury, history, and a spectral bellhop who still insists on carrying your bags. It’s spooky, scenic, and perfect for those who like their vacations with a side of psychic disturbance.

2. Dragsholm Castle — Denmark

Built in the 12th century and now a luxury hotel, Dragsholm is home to a White Lady allegedly walled into the castle centuries ago. Talk about commitment issues. Enjoy Michelin‑star dining while whispering sweet nothings to invisible dinner guests.