Source: YaysIn the midst of a housing crisis, Amsterdam is no stranger to creatively using space — as evidenced by the city’s many shipping-container dwellings. Taking that creativity a step further, tourists to the city can now enjoy accommodation in yet another unusual structure -- a repurposed crane.

Located at KNSM-Island, the crane is a two-bedroom, three-story luxury apartment that tourists can rent for $860 (USD) a night.

Source: YaysOnce used for unloading ships in the very port it now overlooks, the Yays Crane Apartment sits above a lively urban neighborhood complete with bars and cafes.

"We're pleased to have the honour to manage the former Figee crane 2868 and to offer it 'a new life,” said CEO of Yays Concierged Boutique Apartments, Peter Heule. "The crane is back in its home port after a thorough restoration and redecoration by the well-known designer Edward van Vliet. This is the way how we would like to contribute to the development of the city of Amsterdam."

For more information on the crane apartment, visit Yays.