An 8-foot 'skinny home' in Germany is the world's smallest hotel, with a max occupancy of 2. Take a look inside.

Sophie-Claire HoellerJan 22, 2021, 22:53 IST

The Eh'Haeusl in Amberg, Germany.Michaela Rehle/Reuters

The Eh'Haeusl hotel in Germany is the world's smallest hotel at 8 feet wide and only 540 square feet.
The 280-year-old building was designed to circumvent an ancient marriage law that stipulated that couples wanting to tie the knot must own property.
It's now a popular spot for honeymooners and couples celebrating anniversaries.

A mere 8 feet wide, the Eh'Haeusl in Amberg, Germany, is the world's smallest hotel - but it packs a big punch, drawing honeymooners and guests from all over the world.

The Eh'Haeusl, which roughly translated means "marriage house," has a fascinating history as well.

A representative of the hotel shared with Insider that the 280-year-old building was designed to circumvent an ancient marriage law that stipulated that couples wanting to tie the knot must own property.

A savvy businessman basically pulled up two walls in a narrow gap between two regular buildings and threw on a roof, creating a house that could be used as proof of property for couples. Couples would buy the tiny house, get married, and sell it to the next duo, earning it the nickname "marriage house."

The home was renovated in 2008 and is now a luxury hotel with a max capacity of two.

Keep scrolling to see the unique hotel's interior.

The Eh'Haeusl in the Bavarian village of Amberg, Germany, was built in 1728.

The hotel is wedged between two regular buildings. Eh'Haeusl

It is officially the world's smallest hotel, a Guinness Title it has held since 2008.

It was built in 1728. Michaela Rehle/Reuters

Max occupancy at the Eh'Haeusl is two: The hotel covers only 570 square feet.

The hotel's door handle features two hearts. Michaela Rehle/Reuters

The space is spread across seven floors, each floor featuring a different amenity.

The hotel is spread across seven floors. Eh'Haeusl

While guests from around the world spend the night here, most are German and Austrian couples celebrating anniversaries or on their honeymoon, according to a representative of the hotel.

The front door features a visual representation of the building's history. Michaela Rehle/Reuters

While guests from around the world spend the night here, most are German and Austrian couples celebrating anniversaries or on their honeymoon, according to a representative of the hotel.

The top floor features nothing but a whirlpool tub.

This floor is called the "spa." Eh'Haeusl

Underneath that, you'll find the cozy bedroom that has a double bed that takes up most of the space.

You can probably touch both walls while lying in bed. Michaela Rehle/Reuters

Below the bedroom, there's a bathroom…

The hotel had a full renovation in 2008. Eh'Haeusl

And below that, a fireplace meant for crackling fires.

The fireplace room is cozy. Eh'Haeusl

The "red salon" is underneath the floor with the fireplace, and essentially a breakfast nook.

Breakfast is included and served here. Eh'Haeusl

While staff prepares breakfast in an on-site kitchen in the basement (off-limits to guests) in the morning, guests are generally on their own in the tiny hotel.

The hotel's max occupancy is two. Eh'Haeusl

Stefanie Semmelmann spent a night at the hotel for her 25th wedding anniversary and said she loved it, citing romantic touches such as fresh flowers and Champagne, as well as a "housekeeping fairy" that made breakfast while she stayed in bed.

The breakfast spread is hefty. Stefani Semmelmann

Stefanie Semmelmann spent a night at the hotel for her 25th wedding anniversary and said she loved it, citing romantic touches such as fresh flowers and Champagne, as well as a "housekeeping fairy" that made breakfast while she stayed in bed.

"It's a famous location for honeymoons," she told Insider. "It was a great experience, I felt like a princess. It's so beautiful, stylishly furnished, and unique."

Fresh flowers add a nice touch. Stefani Semmelmann

One night at the Eh'Haeusl costs $293. Since there's no lobby, guests must call upon arrival to have someone welcome them inside and hand over the keys before leaving.

The top floor. Michaela Rehle/Reuters

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An 8-foot 'skinny home' in Germany is the world's smallest hotel, with a max occupancy of 2. Take a look inside.

The Eh'Haeusl in the Bavarian village of Amberg, Germany, was built in 1728.

It is officially the world's smallest hotel, a Guinness Title it has held since 2008.

Max occupancy at the Eh'Haeusl is two: The hotel covers only 570 square feet.

The space is spread across seven floors, each floor featuring a different amenity.

While guests from around the world spend the night here, most are German and Austrian couples celebrating anniversaries or on their honeymoon, according to a representative of the hotel.

The top floor features nothing but a whirlpool tub.

Underneath that, you'll find the cozy bedroom that has a double bed that takes up most of the space.

Below the bedroom, there's a bathroom…

And below that, a fireplace meant for crackling fires.

The "red salon" is underneath the floor with the fireplace, and essentially a breakfast nook.

While staff prepares breakfast in an on-site kitchen in the basement (off-limits to guests) in the morning, guests are generally on their own in the tiny hotel.

Stefanie Semmelmann spent a night at the hotel for her 25th wedding anniversary and said she loved it, citing romantic touches such as fresh flowers and Champagne, as well as a "housekeeping fairy" that made breakfast while she stayed in bed.

"It's a famous location for honeymoons," she told Insider. "It was a great experience, I felt like a princess. It's so beautiful, stylishly furnished, and unique."

One night at the Eh'Haeusl costs $293. Since there's no lobby, guests must call upon arrival to have someone welcome them inside and hand over the keys before leaving.