Dartmoor National Park
Without doubt Devon's grandest, fanciest and priciest hotel. At the end of a long private drive, the mock-Tudor house is an unashamedly opulent pamper pad…
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L'Eixample
In the thick of L'Eixample, this elegant, intimate, supremely peaceful nine-room designer bolthole is styled in fresh minimalist whites and natural woods…
Rome
Housed in a 1905 Liberty-style villa, this gorgeous hotel sports an eclectic look that effortlessly blends African and Middle Eastern art with original…
Brighton & Hove
Eclectic doesn’t quite describe the rooms at this wonderful 23-room town-house hotel, set amid the splendour of Regency Sq. As befits the name, every…
Extremadura
Be king (or queen) of the castle at this 15th-century castle-turned-hotel with a warm, welcoming feel. Carlos I stayed here for a few months while waiting…
Aosta
Tucked away in a quiet historic alley, this six-room hotel is full of traditional Aostan furniture and decoration but keeps it simple and rather stylish…
Vila Nova De Milfontes
This cheery yellow place is set with eclectic knick-knacks belonging to the genial English-speaking owner, Rui. In the main building are seven bright…
Istria's West Coast
The focus is firmly on quality at this rural retreat – whether that be the estate's top-notch wine and olive oil, the architecture of the guest blocks,…
Southern Highlands & Islands
Boat House brings a touch of class to Rothesay’s guesthouse scene, with quality fabrics and furnishings and an eye for design that makes it feel like a…
Åland Archipelago
Bang on Åland's most beautiful beach, this haven has stunning cottages in sleek Scandinavian blond wood with full kitchens, indoor and outdoor showers,…
Western Sardinia
Housed in a 17th-century cortile (courtyard house), this elegant hideaway has rooms surrounding an inner garden complete with a wisteria-draped pergola…
The Burren
The Wild Atlantic Lodge overflows with comfort and charm, from the soft woollen blankets in the warm-hued rooms to the huge Burren photographs covering…
Chester
The black-and-white timbered Grosvenor is the city's top hotel by location – right next to the Eastgate Clock – and quality, offering a five-star…
Athens
Coco-Mat, the luxury mattress and bedding company that has branched out into hotels, has another winner on its hands with this property. It cleverly…
Chianti
Manager Michele works hard to ensure that guests enjoy their stay at this boutique agriturismo owned by the Tenuta di Nozzole winery, offering an…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
Designer hotel chain W's Amsterdam premises occupy two landmark buildings, the Royal Dutch Post's former telephone exchange, and a former bank – part of…
Reykjavík
Firmly a part of Reykjavík's luxury-accommodation wave, the suites at this superbly located historic hotel range from 'Junior' and 'Executive' to …
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Conveniently located opposite Gare du Nord, this jazzy lifestyle hotel by the 25hours group radically raises the bar in the train-station area with cool…
Armenia
Italian owner Antonio Montalto came to Armenia as a doctor following the 1988 earthquake and has since built his third guesthouse (following Villa Delenda…
The Romantic Road
Personal attention and charm by the bucketload make this guesthouse, situated near the westernmost gate (Segringer Tor), one of the best on the entire…
Prague
Located just a few minutes' walk from Wenceslas Square, this five-star hotel is the modern reincarnation of the 1930s Alcron Hotel, and has long been…
The Lake District
A slice of hill-walking heritage here. Hunkering beneath the brooding bulk of Scafell Pike, this 19th-century hostelry is gloriously old-fashioned and…
Black Sea Coast
Wooden floors, antique rugs and huge bathrooms all contribute to the relaxed heritage ambience in this delightful boutique hotel, with 12 rooms of…
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
With its period airs, this superb hotel – the sole five-star hotel in town – is a swish first-rate choice if you choose to reside at the top end in Santa…
Marsala
Perfectly positioned in Marsala's historic city centre, this lovely B&B offers three attractive rooms – including a palatial front unit with cathedral…
Utrecht
Utrecht's most appealing hostel occupies a high-ceilinged 17th-century building; the dorms don't feel overly cramped even in the 16-bunk room. In the…
North Iceland
Three brand-new cute-as-a-button cottages share fabulous views over the canyon at Ásbyrgi. A charming local family has built them on their farm on the…
Hanover
The boxy '70s exterior of this hotel belies its ultra-modern, stylish interior; all common areas and guest rooms have been fully renovated. Standard rooms…
The Cotswolds
Focused around an imposing 18th-century house somehow squeezed into the heart of the village, and seriously chic within its stern stone walls, the…
Kirkwall
Stylishly refurbished in plum and grey, this central but peaceful hotel is Kirkwall’s finest address. Comfortable contemporary rooms in a variety of…
Snowdonia & the Llŷn
The forlorn cries of peacocks strutting the gardens of this wonderful hotel are the first hint of the offbeat luxury within. Making unabashed use of a…
Dodecanese
This lovely, freshly renovated hotel offers light and airy rooms, each decorated in chic style. There are also studios and apartments (with kitchenettes)…
Amsterdam Noord
This cool design hotel is a perfect fit for hip Amsterdam Noord, with its mammoth, view-framing plate-glass windows, pillow menu, rainfall shower, Illy…
Funchal
The grand old Monte Carlo perched high above the old backstreets north of the city centre is a real delight for those who like a bit of character. Built…
The Lake District
Acquired by the owners of Cornwall's Watergate Bay Hotel, the former Rampsbeck Hotel has been reinvented as one of the Lakes' most luxurious, family…
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Fosshotel Hellnar, with its sun-filled, comfortable rooms, is the area’s choice sleeping option (and thus often booked solid). Even if you’re not…
Pamukkale
The closest thing to a boutique hotel in Pamukkale, Melrose House has 17 spacious, modern rooms (some with balconies) including a family room and two…
Slovakia
Attentive service and gleaming facilities give Hotel Rozsutec the edge over some of the region's older stalwarts. There's an appealing restaurant and the…
Granada
Hidden in a venerable 16th-century building, the Casa de los Migueletes, this elegant 25-room boutique property charms with its delightful old-world…
Valencia
This friendly, family-run, 18-room spot occupies a renovated 18th-century posada (where wealthier merchants bringing produce to market would spend the…
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