Train-spotters and rail enthusiasts need a good night’s kip after long days spent on the rails, so wouldn’t it be great if the tracks could extend to where you lay your head? From repurposed train stations, carriages and cottages to themed motels and hotels with fantastic rail links, we’ve pulled together 29 unique stays that promise unforgettable experiences for lovers of locomotives.

Click through this gallery to see the best railway-themed stays around the world...