caravansaries

variants or caravanserais or caravanserai
plural of caravansary

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Recent Examples of caravansaries Neutral shades, natural wools and linens, shaggy North African rugs, comfortable Nordic sofas and armchairs from Danish brand GUBI, and warm brass fittings soften things up, creating the feeling of being in an oasis caravanserai. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caravansaries
Noun
  • The investments in hotels and entertainment places there have made Europeans who prefer to travel to high-class beach resorts but cannot afford long flights choose this destination.
    — Connie Etemadi, Kansas City Star, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Within the 350-hectare Tanjung Kelayang Reserve, which lines the coast, two green-thinking hotels have been built within its grounds.
    — Claire Turrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The weeklong promotion highlights a wide range of cuisines, from steakhouses and seafood restaurants to taverns, bistros and international dining destinations.
    — Jane Imbody, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2026
  • So do not assume that an upcoming three-day event taking place at three notable Chicago taverns has anything to do with Algren’s fondness for alcohol.
    — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The Mahony Group runs three pubs and five backpacker hostels around Australia, from Melbourne in the state of Victoria to Cairns in the far north.
    — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Along the way, travelers will pass through many towns that offer sleeping accommodations, including guesthouses, lodgings, mountain huts, hotels, hostels, and campsites, according to Thru-Hiking, an online community for long-distance hikers.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Caravansaries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caravansaries. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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