It’s becoming increasingly popular these days for hotels and resorts rather than their locations to be primary vacation destinations– and if you’re looking for a larger-than-life hotel to stay at during your travels, there are plenty to choose from.

Highlighted here are some of the world’s largest and most unforgettable hotels:

Hotel Izmaylovo (Izmailovo) — Moscow, Russia

With enough room to accommodate more than 10,000 guests at any given time, this enormous economy-priced hotel features a whopping 7,500 rooms divided into four separate buildings– Alfa, Beta, Vega, and Gamma-Delta. Along with its large size, part of Izmaylovo’s claim to fame is that it was constructed on an estate that was frequently visited by Emperor Peter the Great in his youth.

The Venetian — Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas is known around the world for its mega-hotels, and boasting a mind-blowing 7,093 rooms, The Venetian Hotel Resort and Casino is definitely the city’s biggest one. Designed to look like a smaller version of Venice, Italy, it features painted frescoes as well as its own Campanile Tower, Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark’s Square, and a quarter mile canal complete with gondoliers. The Venetian has many other grandiose features as well, including the Canyon Ranch Spa Club, The Grand Canal Shoppes, a casino, an incredible pool, and some of the best dining and entertainment Las Vegas has to offer.

First World Hotel– Pahang, Malaysia

Malaysia’s First World Hotel is a place guests won’t soon forget. With 6118 rooms priced to accommodate any budget, this hotel connects with the First World Plaza where fun awaits the whole family. Inside the plaza you’ll find an indoor theme park and a complex of over 90 shops and dining options that you must see to believe.

MGM Grand– Las Vegas, Nevada

With 5,047 rooms to accommodate guests, the MGM Grand in Las Vegas is another one of the Vegas’s monster-hotels. It’s a popular destination hotel for visitors to the city– not only does it open up onto the famous Vegas strip, it has its own incredible marvels right inside. The MGM Grand hosts some amazing entertainment in both The Grand Garden Arena and The Hollywood Theatre, and it houses a Lion Habitat, the MGM Grand Spa, the Christophe Salon, a wedding chapel, 5 swimming pools, and more. The MGM also features some of the city’s best nightlife in its very own Studio 54 and Tabu Ultralounge nightclubs.

The Luxor– Las Vegas, Nevada

Noted for its deluxe accommodations, superior service, and thrilling nightlife scene, The Luxor in Las Vegas is very luxurious, indeed. Along with the popular nightclub Lax, the hotel features 7 other high-end bars and clubs, 6 restaurants, a food court, several swimming pools, the Nurture Spa & Salon, and nearly 30 retail shops. With over 4400 rooms, it ranks towards the top of the list of gigantic hotels found in Vegas.

Ambassador City Jomtien Hotel– Pattaya, Thailand

This gorgeous beachfront resort offers some of the finest accommodations found in Thailand. With 4,219 rooms it truly is magnificent in size. Some of its special features include a state-of-the-art fitness center, outdoor tennis courts, a children’s playground, a library, and a variety of boutiques and shops. Guests can swim in one of the resort’s pools or in the sparkling waters of the beach waiting just outside the hotel!

Shinagawa Prince Hotel– Tokyo, Japan

Hosting 3,680 rooms divided between four buildings, the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Tokyo is by far the largest hotel found in Japan and one of the biggest in the world. Guests will find a variety of awesome entertainment within the hotel including a movie theater, a bowling alley, an aquarium, a swimming pool, and much more. There’s no shortage of dining options at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel– with 18 different restaurant options, there’s something for everyone.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino– Las Vegas, Nevada

Mandalay Bay is another top competitor when it comes to size, and with an impressive 3,200 rooms there’s no wonder why! Guests at Mandalay Bay won’t be bored during their stay here– this hotel is home to a 135,000 square foot casino, a luxury spa, and a shark aquarium. Perhaps one of the hotel’s best features is its pool – complete with sand, waterfalls, fountains, waves, and a lazy river, this 11 acre beach area looks and feels like the real deal.

So whether you’re traveling for business, looking for a quick getaway, or planning the ultimate family vacation, consider staying at one of the world’s largest hotels. These enormous accommodations will leave you nothing less than impressed.

This guest post was written by freelance writer and consultant for Expedia. Erica Gustafson is an avid traveler and has experience in staying in hotels around the world.