Inside £320 luxury plane Airbnb that leaves you feeling like a billionaire

02 March 2024 , 13:20

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The view from the cockpit of the converted Boeing 727 (Image: mediadrumimages/Airbnb)

A luxury converted plane Airbnb is sure to leave any guests feeling like a billionaire with its gold and crystal decor.

Images taken inside the luxury plane, which is painted like a psychedelic dream on the outside, shows that the property is finished to the height of sophistication with gold fittings, a large double bed and even the original control panel of the plane.

The £320-a-night stay in Brislington, England, is hosted by Johnny on Airbnb and is suitable for four guests with two bedrooms and three bathrooms. Named PYTCHAir, the aircraft is a Boeing 727 originally built in 1968. In 1981 it was fitted out as a private jet, which can now be yours to stay in and experience billionaire luxury. While the aircraft does not have wings or engines, all other features work including the airstairs, lighting, three toilets, shower, kitchen and many of the cockpit lights.

Stunning private jet finishes on the interior of the plane (mediadrumimages/Airbnb)

‌A listing for the plane states: “Your chance to live like a billionaire at 32. This Boeing 727 airliner has the original 1980's private jet interior. Walnut panelling, gold details and crystals adorn this exquisite space ideal for nights away. It has two lounge spaces, a king-sized bed, two single beds, three toilets, a shower, full kitchen and a fully-fitted cockpit.”

The dining table area on the aircraft (mediadrumimages/Airbnb)

The Mirror reported on another converted aircraft where adventurous tourists could live in a converted 747. On the outskirts of Sweden’s Arlanda Airport in Stockholm lies the Jumbo Stay Hotel plane, which looks like a regular aircraft to anyone peering at the site.

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The private jet is finished to an incredible standard (mediadrumimages/Airbnb)

The plane was originally build for Singapore Airlines in 1976, news.com.au reported. But, blog, The Points Guy, showed it was now a kitted out hotel stay with plush beds, a large dining table and entertainment area. The travel blog said: “For starters, you can walk right out onto the wings of the aircraft with tables and chairs set up to enjoy a drink or a snack. You can eat breakfast in the nose of the aircraft and enjoy a buffet in the retro dining space while reading all about the history of the 747.

The main seating area of the plane (mediadrumimages/Airbnb)

“The cockpit suite complete with a queen-size bed and the 747’s original flight controls. While the cockpit seats have been removed to maximise sleeping space, you can still sit on the edge of the mattress and live out your pilot fantasy like we did.”

The inside is finished to the height of sophistication (mediadrumimages/Airbnb)

The aircraft featured a fully functioning bathroom and shower, as well as picnic tables on the roof so you can enjoy the sunshine. And, aviation fans can play with the non-functioning buttons and levels in the cockpit. A number of room types available, from single en-suites to dorm rooms and standard rooms. Prices started from £36 a night and go up to £148 a night for the cockpit suite or £150 for the black box room.

Graeme Murray