New Japanese robot hotel — Huis Ten Bosch, a theme park in Japan, has built a hotel staffed by human-like robots, including porter-bots and reception-bots. courtesy HUIS TEN BOSCH/J-16211 Actroids — The smart hotel features "actroid" receptionists -- robots that resemble humans and can engage in intelligent conversation. courtesy HUIS TEN BOSCH/J-16211 An apt name — The new accommodation is called Henn-na Hotel, which means "Strange Hotel" in English. courtesy HUIS TEN BOSCH/J-16211 Opening soon — The first phrase of Henn-na Hotel (seen here in an artist's rendering) opened in July 2015. courtesy HUIS TEN BOSCH/J-16211 Going once, going twice — Room rates will be kept low but vary depending on demand. The hotel will invite travelers to bid on rooms during the high season. courtesy HUIS TEN BOSCH/J-16211 Prev Next
