Must-see hotels in Central Europe

  • Garni Hotel Berc

    Lake Bled

    Not to be confused with Penzion Berc across the road, this charming 15-room hotel is reminiscent of a Swiss chalet, with a cosy traditional feel and lots…

  • Pentahotel Kassel

    Fairy-Tale Road

    Spread over six floors, this slick hotel has 137 compact, stylish rooms with ambient lighting, arty design elements and free high-speed wi-fi. There's a…

  • Dorint Charlottenhof Halle

    Central Germany

    Check in to the Dorint Charlottenhof for large, comfortable rooms of an international standard, free wi-fi, impeccable service and stylish hotel amenities…

  • Schiller 5

    Munich

    Not only are the pads at this semiapartment hotel smartly trimmed, you also get a lot for your euro here in the shape of a well-equipped kitchenette,…

  • Vila Mila

    Lake Bled

    Six elegant and spacious apartments in a restored early-20th century villa are on offer at Vila Mila, each with hardwood floors, living rooms, kitchens…

  • Hotel Klaret

    Moravia

    This pristine modern hotel, set amid grassy lawns about 10 minutes by foot from Valtice chateau, offers rooms in several price categories, ranging from…

  • Villa Pallas

    Warmia & Masuria

    This quite sophisticated villa is named after the Greek goddess Athena, whose statue makes up part of the mix ‘n’ match decor. Negotiate the maze of…

  • Hotel Zum Winzermännle

    Würzburg

    This family-run converted winery is a feel-good retreat in the city’s pedestrianised heart. Rooms are well furnished, if a little on the old-fashioned…

  • Párizsi Udvar

    Keszthely

    There’s no closer accommodation to the Festetics Palace than the 'Parisian Courtyard'. Rooms are a little too big to be cosy, but they’re colourful, well…

  • Aparthostel Warszawa

    Warsaw

    Rooms in this characterful hostel have a contemporary Scandi design feel and are decorated with graphic wallpaper. A few of the private rooms share a…

  • Don Prestige Residence

    Poznań

    While some hotels try to make you feel like you’re at home, the Don Prestige makes you wish your home was a bit more like this. Its rooms are outfitted…

  • Brix Hostel

    Prague

    Enthusiastic hostel focused on making your stay enjoyable, from the warm welcome to the custom-built bunks and clean, modern bathrooms. The hostel's own…

  • Kramer Hotel-Gasthof

    Villach

    You’ll find very good value among the contemporary furnishings at this hotel just up the road from the Stadtpfarrkirche. Rooms are spacious and priced by…

  • Brovaria

    Poznań

    This multifaceted hotel also operates as a restaurant and bar. Most impressive of all is its in-house boutique brewery, whose operations you can view…

  • Hotel Eden

    St Moritz

    Right in the heart of town, the Eden centres on an attractive central atrium and antique-strewn lounge where a fire crackles in winter. The old-style,…

  • Hotel Maltézský Kříž

    Karlovy Vary

    This small hotel on the promenade offers very good value, given its upmarket location in the heart of the spa area and the nicely appointed rooms with…

  • Berghotel Faulhorn

    Grindelwald

    Photogenically perched high above Grindelwald at 2681m, Berghotel Faulhorn first opened for business in 1832 and is the oldest and highest mountain hotel…

  • Berlin Lofts

    Berlin

    Rents 17 bright and stylish lofts and apartments sleeping between two and 14 in converted historical buildings, including a forge, a horse barn and a…

  • Gasthof zum Rassen

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen

    This beautifully frescoed 14th-century building is home to a great option in this price bracket, where the simply furnished, contemporary rooms contrast…

  • Hostel Cukrarna

    The Julian Alps

    Proof that a former old-school cafe and a sweetshop can find new life as a hostel. This basic hostel offers accommodation on metal bunks in four- to eight…

  • Da Toldo

    Ticino

    To fully appreciate Valle Onsernone when its blanketed in morning silence, Da Toldo in Russo makes a fine base. Immersed in greenery, this restored…

  • Pilgrimage House

    Pécs

    A tranquil place next to the cathedral, Pilgrimage House is just that: a quiet place to bed down when you're not looking for major creature comforts…

  • Gasthof Goldenes Lamm

    The Romantic Road

    Run by the same family for four generations, this stress-free, bike-friendly oasis has pleasant rooms at the top of a creaky staircase, plus a rooftop…

  • Cityhotel Dortmund

    Dortmund

    Behind an inconspicuous facade hides this jewel close to shopping and sights. Bold patterns and cheerful Mediterranean colours create welcoming flair in…

  • Astra Hotel

    Vevey

    Directly opposite Vevey station, the modern Astra gets top points for convenience. Unusual features, like a sunny rooftop terrace and hot tub, up the ante…

  • Sorat Hotel Brandenburg

    Around Berlin

    You'll sleep well in these bright, modern rooms rendered in cheerful reds and yellows and in pretty surrounds right by the town hall. Facilities include…

  • Fraser Residence

    Budapest

    Part of an international chain, the 51 apartments here attract both long- and short-staying guests. Some of the huge, clean flats come with balconies and…

  • Hospoda Na Louži

    Český Krumlov

    Eleven cosy rooms situated above a great pub in the absolute centre of town. The interiors couldn't be more pleasant, with big wooden, period-piece beds,…

  • DJH Hostel

    Northern Germany

    After sundown, the lights glow a warm welcome from the glass-walled stairwell of this spacious and relatively luxurious 148-bed hostel. It's 4km southwest…

  • Camping Nr 202 Pod Jabłoniami

    Carpathian Mountains

    About 1.5km due north of the Old Town, this very pleasant camping ground is also a holiday lodge with cosy rooms and 18 simple bungalows with shared…

  • Hotel Arlenwald

    Graubünden

    Direct access to Burestübli is just one of the perks of staying at this hotel at Prätschli (1908m). The spacious, light-flooded rooms feature loads of…

  • Demas City Hotel

    Munich

    The 44 rooms at this quiet sleeper near the Hauptbahnhof are done out in trendy greys and blacks, accentuated by flashes of bold colour. Bathrooms are a…

  • Niedersächsischer Hof

    Harz Mountains

    The ‘Hof’ toys with the idea of being an art hotel (kids will love the piece near the foyer with the cindered toy cars), and has bright rooms that are…

  • Hotel am Rathaus

    Freiburg

    Right in the thick of things on Rathausplatz, this neat and tidy hotel has spacious, neutral-toned rooms with homely touches like books and CD and DVD…

  • City Center Rooms

    Łódź

    Reasonably priced accommodation in an excellent location just off the main drag, with entry via a pleasant courtyard. Rooms are clean and bright, with…

  • Hotel Lötschberg/Susi’s B&B

    Interlaken

    The picture of faded grandeur, this hotel and B&B offers reasonable value. Done out in muted hues, the rooms are bright and clean, though bathrooms are…

  • Altstadthotel Zum Hechten

    Füssen

    This is one of Füssen's oldest hotels and one of its friendliest. Public areas are traditional in style, while the bedrooms are bright and modern with…

  • VIVA Hostel

    Chur

    VIVA is a backpacker's dream, offering spacious dorms, a drink voucher for the lobby bar on arrival, Sfr7 continental breakfast and, if you're into…

  • Fiescherhof Hotel

    Valais

    This friendly family-run chalet on the hill in Fiesch is a good place to stay. Very reasonable rates are complemented by pleasant rooms, good…

  • Steinbock

    Graubünden

    The Steinbock has a real up-in-the-mountains feel with its expansive mountain views, rooms clad in honeyed pine and a trio of restaurants dishing up heart…

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