Elsinore castle, where Shakespeare's Hamlet was set, is available to rent for one night. Courtesy Airbnb Officially called Kronborg Castle, the castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Helsingø, Denmark. Courtesy Airbnb Nobody has slept in the Renaissance castle for more than 100 years. Courtesy Airbnb It's been listed on Airbnb in the lead up to 23 April, the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death. Courtesy Airbnb On that night, 300 guests will get to stay in rooms equipped with a canopy bed, embroidered throw pillows and an antique toilet. Courtesy Airbnb There will also be a seven-course banquet in the main ballroom. Courtesy Airbnb Danish actors, writers, singers and Royal Danish Ballet dancers will be on hand to entertain guests. Courtesy Airbnb To apply, interested parties had to submit a mini essay on why they deserve a stay at Hamlet's castle. Courtesy Airbnb Sorry, Shakespeare fans: the deadline for the competition was April 13. Courtesy Airbnb According to the Airbnb listening, "There will be a skull in the King's Tower, no need to bring your own." Courtesy Airbnb Prev Next
