What are some haunted hotels and their famous ghost stories?

In many cases, it could be a combination of both. Some of the stories might have been exaggerated over time. But there could also be some truth to them. Maybe there are some strange energy fields or psychological factors at play in these old hotels that make people think they see ghosts. For instance, the old architecture and the history of the place can create an eerie atmosphere that might make people more likely to believe in the ghost stories.

The Bourbon Orleans Hotel has a story about a nun's ghost. A guest once reported that she saw a nun standing at the end of her bed in the middle of the night. The nun just stared at her for a few moments and then disappeared. Another story is that in the ballroom, which was once part of the convent, there are strange lights that flicker during events. Some believe these are the spirits of the nuns and children who used to live there trying to make their presence known.

The Mary Celeste is another well - known haunted ghost ship story. The ship was found adrift in the Atlantic Ocean with no one on board. There were signs that the crew had left in a hurry. Some believe that some supernatural force made them abandon the ship, and there have been reports of strange noises and apparitions on the ship since then.

One well - known Prague ghost story is about the headless Templar. Legend has it that a Templar knight was beheaded near Prague Castle and his headless figure still roams the area at night. Another is the ghost of a young girl who is said to haunt the Charles Bridge. She was supposedly thrown off the bridge long ago and her spirit lingers there, often seen by those passing by late at night.

One of the well - known haunted mansion ghost stories is about the Winchester Mystery House. It was continuously built and modified by Sarah Winchester, who was said to be haunted by the spirits of those killed by Winchester rifles. There are stories of strange noises, doors opening and closing on their own, and apparitions seen throughout the maze - like mansion.

In some haunted hospitals, there are tales of a doctor who performed unethical experiments. His ghost is said to haunt the operating rooms. Witnesses have reported seeing a shadowy figure in a surgical gown, and strange noises coming from the operating area, like the clinking of surgical instruments when no one is there.

Bhangarh Fort in India is considered very haunted. According to legend, a sorcerer cursed the place before it was destroyed. Visitors often report feeling a sense of unease and some claim to have seen strange figures. Also, the Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana. It has a long history of ghostly sightings, like the apparition of a slave girl named Chloe who was hanged there.

One well - known story is about the Hitchhiking Ghosts. Legend has it that as you ride through the Haunted Mansion, these ghosts seem to follow you out of the attraction, as if they're hitchhiking a ride with you. It adds an extra spooky touch to the whole experience.

One of the most famous is the story of the Grey Lady. In a large, old school, she is often seen gliding through the hallways. Some think she was a teacher who died in a fire at the school long ago. Another famous one is from a school where a young boy drowned in the school pool. His ghost is said to haunt the pool area, and swimmers sometimes feel a cold hand touch their feet in the water.

The story of the Winchester Mystery School is also popular. Legend has it that the school was designed by a person who was trying to confuse spirits. There were strange mazes and corridors. Students often got lost in parts of the school that seemed to change layout. Ghostly voices could be heard calling out names, and some students claimed to see a spectral figure that seemed to be guiding them, but in a very eerie way.