A hotel was made from a Boeing 727 belonging to Pablo Escobar (9 photos + 1 video)
Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria, one of the most famous Colombian drug lords in the world, would probably appreciate the interiors and atmosphere of big money on board the plane that once belonged to him. 
Luxurious apartments that allow guests to feel like billionaires, and not just anywhere.
Still, visiting the private plane of the "King of Cocaine" is quite an interesting adventure. Moreover, there is a lot to see. 
The plane, built in 1968, is now located in an industrial area in Bristol. During its long life, the plane changed several owners, in 1981 it became private. There are rumors that, in addition to Pablo, the plane managed to be owned by a certain Arab prince and the Italian mafia. 
Current owner, 41-year-old businessman Jonny Palmer, who has been given planning permission by Bristol City Council, talks about his project with trepidation. 
Jonny Palmer
"The contrast between being a billionaire and real life is actually very good for people. I always wanted to have a private jet and this was the opportunity to get one. I never wanted a jet to fly, I just wanted to have a private jet, so this was perfect. I just think they're cool. I just like jets. Everybody wants a private jet, right?"
Although the jet no longer has wings or engines, it's far from finished in terms of amenities - all amenities, including the ramp, lighting and kitchen equipment are fully functional.
It's now a unique two-bedroom apartment with a jacuzzi, sauna, bathrooms and showers. The interior is made of walnut, leather chairs and gold leaf.
The cost per night in this unusual hotel is $1055.
"The whole project was a restoration work that took several years," Johnny explained.
There is also a very simple explanation for why the plane is in an industrial area.
"In industrial areas, people don't care what you do because they're not very visually appealing, and that gives you the creative freedom to build weird things like airplanes. Whereas if I tried to do that in agricultural or residential areas, I just wouldn't get planning permission."
According to the owner, all the money goes back into the project. A preliminary application has recently been submitted to install a second, even more impressive airplane next to the current one.
"This one is going to be bigger and much more impressive. And much taller, and a bigger structure," Johnny said.
