Pirin Mountains
Experience Bulgarian Revival style with a modern twist at this atmospheric guesthouse, which features unique stained glass and wall frescoes created by…
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Bay of Kotor
Vizantija’s 12 suites and apartments are simply furnished but sparkling. There’s access to the water at the bottom of the property. Make sure your hire…
Krk Island
This curvy hotel gazes over a dining terrace and lush lawns to the beach, 4km west of the harbour. The rooms are very well fitted out, and there's an…
Western European Russia
Overlooking a grassy square, this old Intourist offers modern, renovated rooms with small bathtubs. Some of the friendly staff speak English. Buffet…
Kotor
It's not going to win any hip design awards, but this old stone place offers a cheerful welcome and clean, brightly tiled rooms in a supremely central…
Burgas
In a converted 19th-century townhouse on a busy road, the 14-room Bulair is very handy for the bus and train stations. Guests have access to the spa and…
Tivat
It's not a villa and it's not exactly fit for a king, but this minihotel on the seafront has clean, bright rooms, friendly staff and a private pebble…
Bol
A warm welcome awaits at this friendly, family-run set of apartments on the eastern fringes of Bol. The simple but well-equipped units are spread across…
Rovinj
Unlike its resorty sister hotels along the coast, the Adriatic holds its grand Austro-Hungarian frame with considerable equanimity, poised right at the…
Split
Upmarket Marul's manicured lawns provide a green breathing space in a tightly packed part of the city. There are only 14 rooms, some of which have…
Northern European Russia
The rooms at this boutiquey hotel are designed to imitate a romantic 19th-century fantasy without actually investing in period furniture. Extra …
Cres Island
Set among the pines on a lovely pebbly cove 500m from Osor, this attractive campground offers fabulous swimming as well as table tennis, volleyball and…
Sighişoara
Spacious and chic rooms are frilled with satin and floral decorations, each with comfortable beds and mini-fridges. Barely 100m from the train station,…
Transylvania
Less than 500m from the ski lifts, welcoming three-star Crisalpin offers rooms with comfortable beds, fridges and underfloor heating. Ask for a balconied…
Mavrovo National Park
The small Srna, 400m from Mavrovo town's chairlifts and right on the shore of Lake Mavrovo, has breezy, clean rooms and is good value for this price range…
Budva
In a quieter section of the Old Town, this beloved, sociable hostel has tidy little rooms scattered between three buildings. The terraces and small…
Bucharest
At Piaţa Romană, the 38-room Duke is a pleasant business-style hotel with mint-and-caramel rooms, attentive staff, internet in the lobby, and a casual bar…
Northern Montenegro
This mountain hut is a good – if basic – place to stay on your way up or down the looming Prokletije range. There are 20 dorm beds and space for camping…
Northern European Russia
This new hotel still has that just-opened sheen and the compact, flowery rooms are good value. It is tucked away in a courtyard, just a short walk from…
Pag Island
The low-slung, four-star Pagus has attractive rooms with leather armchairs and fine views from the sea-facing rooms. It's a short and rather pleasant walk…
Jūrmala
One of those Prussian villas that form the face of Jūrmala, this pretty green-coloured wooden house has 12 traditionally decorated rooms that come in…
Jūrmala
This small, modern hotel has very large rooms (some with small balconies), a relaxing garden and a popularly priced cafe. It's in the quiet western end of…
Moscow
For a truly authentic (and affordable) experience, stay in a Russian family's apartment (with or without the family). This long-standing agency offers…
Kotor
It couldn't be more centrally located, but that comes at a price – pack earplugs if you're not a heavy sleeper. Otherwise this hostel is a perfectly fine…
Lithuania
We love this upscale hotel owned by Lithuanian basketball star Arvydas Sabonis, its rooms a rhapsody in pastels and creams. The suites come with…
Cavtat
Run by a hospitable Canadian-Croat couple and situated in a quiet residential street, this three-storey block has three small units, all with sea views…
Adriatic Coast
Sprawling resort best known for its attached waterpark. Rooms are clean and large and the level of service is superb. The weak wi-fi signal can make…
Moldavia & the Bucovina Monasteries
This mountain chalet (797m) is situated at the foot of the eastern side of Ceahlău mountain. Offers accommodation in private doubles as well as four…
Minsk
In a beautiful building that survived WWII against the odds, the Garni fuses old-world charm with modern conveniences and an A+ location on a trendy strip…
Split
Hidden away in a residential block in the Dobri neighbourhood, this converted apartment has four tidy dorms with wooden bunks featuring built-in shelves…
Podgorica
The Evropa is handy to the train and bus stations and offers good clean rooms with comfortable beds, writing desks and decent showers. Despite its…
Rovinj
This simple budget option has bunks with individual reading lights, lockers and a small shared kitchen. It's located on the big roundabout as you come…
Mostar
Mostar's first five-star hotel inhabits a corner of the large Mepas Mall complex. The bright, glitzy reception is on the ground floor, but rooms, pool and…
Lithuania
Several fully-equipped traditional houses for rent in the 'Venice of Lithuania'. Apart from accommodation, these folks arrange boat trips on Curonian…
Wallachia
This small four-star pensiune is a step up from the city's hotels in terms of comfort and quality, and also price. The location is good, midway between…
Transylvania
Comfortable rooms, some with private bathrooms, fill this idyllic guesthouse in Șimon, 7km south of Bran. Hearty, homecooked Transylvanian food is as good…
Black Sea Coast
Occupying the only real patch of sandy beach in Balchik, Helios is a modern, resort-style hotel and all rooms have balconies, many with superb sea views…
Lithuania
This very pleasant hotel has simple rooms in an array of pastel colours. Friendly staff can organise kayaking, bike rental and other pastimes, and the…
Western European Russia
This mini-hotel on the 4th and 5th floors of a business centre has comfy modern rooms that you'll probably spend very little time in, given its proximity…
Sighişoara
This appealing 16th-century hotel has 32 rooms spread across three buildings. Think pastel-coloured walls, antique furniture and tasteful rugs. The rooms…
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