Must-see hotels in Eastern Europe

  • Hotel Regina Maria Spa

    Black Sea Coast

    On the far western end of the seafront, 1.5km from the centre, the four-star Regina Maria offers smart rooms in a variety of styles, all with sea views…

  • Splendida Palace

    Split

    Get in quick to secure one of the 10 rooms in this boutique family-run hotel, occupying a 19th-century house on a quiet side street. Rooms are named after…

  • Hotel Drustar

    Bulgaria

    This modern five-star hotel, set in parkland overlooking the Danube, offers attractive, spacious rooms with balconies; ask for a river view, and watch the…

  • Hotel Bastion

    Zadar

    Built over the remains of a Venetian fortress, the Bastion radiates character and sophistication. The 23 rooms and five suites successfully combine a…

  • Hotel Miramar

    Opatija

    Marketed primarily to a German-speaking clientele, the Miramar is glam almost to the point of kitsch, but it's fabulous nonetheless. The space-rich rooms…

  • Palanga Spa Life Balance Hotel

    Lithuania

    Wrapped in a grove of pine trees, the Palanga is a stunner. Rooms peer out at the sea and tree trunks through floor-to-ceiling glass, while furnishings…

  • Dvor Podznoeva

    Western European Russia

    This classy hotel in a 19th-century building is Pskov's best, with comfortable, nicely decorated rooms. An added perk is complimentary use of the pool,…

  • House Župan

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    With an exceptionally welcoming hostess and clean, contemporary and reasonably priced rooms, this is a superb choice. There's even a guest kitchen and…

  • Hotel Cherica

    Constanţa

    Beautifully refurbished townhouse with spacious, suite-like rooms on three floors. The rooms have retained period details like large windows and panelled…

  • Saban Deluxe

    Lviv

    This superb guesthouse 3km north of pl Rynok is an eclectic mix of old and new, 21st century and antique, jumble sale and IKEA all rolled into one. All…

  • Hostel Dharma

    Rijeka

    A clever conversion of what was once an iron smelter on the eastern edge of town has produced this highly recommended hostel, with a yoga studio and…

  • MirÓ Studio Apartments

    Dubrovnik

    Located in a quiet residential nook only metres from the sea, hidden between the old-town walls and Fort Lawrence, this schmick complex is an absolute gem…

  • Casa Alice

    Rovinj

    Escape the masses in this lovely 10-room hotel in Rovinj's suburban fringes, a 20-minute walk from the centre but only five minutes from the sea. If…

  • Boutique Hotel St Stefan

    Black Sea Coast

    One of the nicest hotels in Nesebâr, the St Stefan offers rooms with views out over the harbour and Black Sea. There's a small sauna on the premises as…

  • Mare Mare Suites

    Mali Lošinj

    Enjoying a prime position towards the northern end of the harbour, this historic town house has been converted into immaculately presented, individually…

  • Hikers Den

    Durmitor National Park

    Split between three neighbouring houses, this laid-back and sociable place is by far the best hostel in the north. If you're keen on rafting, canyoning or…

  • Yelizovo B&B

    Kamchatka

    This charming option is located away from the centre of town (take bus 7 from Yelizovo's bus station to the magazin fiord stop), but it allows you to get…

  • Hotel Čaršija e Jupave

    Kosovo

    One of Kosovo's best hotels, this beautiful rambling building is all wooden beams, long paper light shades, abstract art and flower-sprinkled bed throws…

  • Hotel VIP

    Sarajevo

    Tucked away on a quiet lane in the centre of town, this smart modern block only has a dozen rooms but the ambience, professional service, valet parking…

  • Eney

    Lviv

    Conveniently located near the Lychakivsky Cemetery, this well-appointed, luxurious-feeling hotel has an impeccable reputation for service and maintenance…

  • Canapé Connection

    Sofia

    Formerly a hostel, Canapé reinvented itself as a guesthouse in 2016, retaining its same attention to cleanliness and a refreshingly simple, rustic design…

  • AnaHotel Sport

    Transylvania

    This swish, four-star complex with spacious modern rooms and flower-filled balconies acts as a luxurious one-stop shop for stays in Poiana Braşov…

  • Hotel-Mehana Gurko

    Veliko Târnovo

    Sitting pretty on Veliko Târnovo's oldest street, with blooms spilling over its wooden balconies and agricultural curios littering the exterior, the Gurko…

  • Villa Split

    Split

    Set into the Roman-built wall of Diocletian's Palace, this wonderful boutique B&B has only three rooms, the best of which is the slightly larger one in…

  • City Art Hotel

    Ruse

    City Art offers 19 artfully styled rooms with trendy colour schemes, giant headboards and upbeat philosophical quotations stencilled on the walls. The…

  • Hotel Argeş

    Wallachia

    On the shortlist for the best three-star hotel in the country. Ultra-clean rooms with high-thread-count linens, thick-weave carpets, sparkling baths and a…

  • Palazzo Drusko

    Kotor

    Loaded with character and filled with antiques, this venerable 600-year-old palazzo is a memorable place to stay, right in the heart of the Old Town…

  • Hotel Bolyarka

    Pirin Mountains

    The right blend of old-world nostalgia and modern comfort has made this one of Melnik's favourite hotels. The Bolyarka has elegant rooms, a snug lobby bar…

  • Karmen Apartments

    Dubrovnik

    These four inviting apartments enjoy a great location a stone’s throw from Ploče harbour. All have plenty of character with art, splashes of colour,…

  • B&B Tinka

    Central & Eastern Istria

    Three immaculate and imaginatively decorated rooms are on offer here, each themed around a local grape variety. The bathrooms are excellent, and the…

  • Guest House City Centre

    Pula

    Feel like a local as you ascend the wonky stone stairs in this wonderful building right by the Forum. The rooms are spacious, stylish and surprisingly…

  • La Vecchia Casa

    Central Montenegro

    With its gorgeous rear garden and pervading sense of tranquillity, this period house captures the essence of old Cetinje. The clean, antique-strewn rooms…

  • Hotel-Vinotel Gospoja

    Krk Island

    Beautifully designed rooms with lavishly painted walls and ceilings that follow a wine theme make this place a real contemporary standout; each room is…

  • Art Hostel

    Sofia

    This bohemian hostel stands out from the crowd with its summertime art exhibitions, live music, dance performances and more. Dorms are appropriately arty…

  • Villa M Palace

    Budva

    There's a seductive glamour to this modern block, hemmed in within a rash of new developments near the Old Town. A chandelier glistens in the lift and the…

  • Boutique Hostel Forum

    Zadar

    Wonderfully colourful dorm rooms and stylish, white-and-black doubles and suites, some with top skyline and partial water views, make this easily the best…

  • Solovki Hotel

    Northern European Russia

    With three double-storey log houses, a fine restaurant and a woodsy setting, this is the island’s poshest hotel. Standard rooms are cosy, with wi-fi,…

  • Hotel Medieval

    Transylvania

    Housed in former 18th-century barracks within the citadel, this five-star belle beguiles guests with carved hardwood furnishings, occasional antiques and…

  • Hostel Polako

    Trebinje

    Run by a friendly American/Polish couple, this much-loved hostel offers dorms and two private doubles; bathrooms are shared. It's a ten-minute walk from…

  • Merekalda

    Lahemaa National Park

    On the southern fringe of Käsmu, this peaceful retreat is set around a lovely large garden right on the bay. Ideally you’ll plump for an apartment with a…

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