Must-see hotels in Europe

  • Lol & Lola

    Cluj-Napoca

    This enjoyably zany hotel has a rainbow of individually styled rooms to choose from, with themes ranging from Hollywood, ballet, and a rock ‘n’ roll room…

  • Langass Lodge

    Outer Hebrides

    The delightful Langass Lodge hotel is a former shooting lodge set in splendid isolation overlooking Loch Langais. Refurbished and extended, it now offers…

  • Autor Rooms

    Warsaw

    Contemporary Polish design, art and products are given a spotlight at this quartet of individually styled rooms. There are no TVs in the rooms, but rates…

  • Apartments & Rooms Dores

    Central & Eastern Istria

    As petite and gorgeous as Hum itself, this charming guesthouse has two fresh and modern en-suite rooms in a historic block, with a souvenir shop below and…

  • Rad-Hof

    Erfurt

    Sigrid and Dieter, the owners of this cyclist-friendly guesthouse next to the Augustinian monastery, have gone the extra mile in renovating the building…

  • Hótel Flatey

    West Iceland

    Hótel Flatey has some of the most charming, nook-like vintage rooms in Iceland, and the on-site restaurant (mains lunch 2400kr to 3200kr, dinner 4300kr to…

  • Gardiesfauld Hostel

    Shetland

    This spotless hostel has very spacious dorms with lockers, family rooms, a garden, an elegant lounge and a wee conservatory dining area with great bay…

  • Hotel Şebnem

    Sultanahmet

    A simple but elegant decor gives the Şebnem an edge over nearby budget hotels. Rooms have wooden floors, modern bathrooms and comfortable beds with good…

  • Serenissima

    Hania

    This tranquil Venetian townhouse, renovated to impeccable standards, packs plenty of design cachet into its historic walls. The elegant rooms feature the…

  • Hôtel St-Sernin

    Toulouse

    This tranquil establishment houses 17 soothing and small-but-sleek rooms, some with colourful frescoes on the walls. The two best rooms (10 and 20), great…

  • Pyrgos Adrachti

    Meteora & Thessaly

    This 10-room gem, a 300m walk up a very steep lane from the village church (follow the signs), stands face-to-face with the rocks. The rooms are nice,…

  • Boschetto Hotel

    Lefkada

    This attractive century-old building on the seafront square holds four large, tasteful rooms and a single suite, all with wooden floors, fine linen, cosy…

  • 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…

  • Le Clos des Recollets

    The Ardennes

    Harmoniously refurbished rooms are scattered around three delightful interconnecting half-timbered houses above a very well-reputed upmarket restaurant.

  • Lonca Hotel

    Black Sea Coast

    This cosy little boutique hotel is on the cobbled street that leads steeply up the castle hill's western flank. Rooms are very comfortable for the price…

  • Schlössli Hotel & Restaurant

    Lucerne

    This very friendly hotel in Meggen, 6km east of Lucerne, is a find if you are on a budget. Rooms are simple but spotless, there's free parking and wi-fi,…

  • Upper House

    Gothenburg

    One of the highest hotels in Sweden, sumptuous Upper House takes up the top four floors of one of the Gothia Towers. The decor is cool Scandinavian chic,…

  • 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…

  • Anteliz Suites

    Fira

    North of Fira on the path that runs to Firostefani, Anteliz offers an amazing pool, sun terrace and, oh, those views. Relax in the open-air hot tub and…

  • 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 Bridget Inn

    Turku & Finland's South Coast

    Steeped in history, this dove-white 1880-built wooden inn (a one-time cafe frequented by former Finnish president PE 'Ukko-Pekka' Svinhufvud) has gorgeous…

  • Störtebeker

    Northern Germany

    Central old-town location, excellent modern rooms at reasonable prices, and friendly guesthouse feel – what more could you want? The only drawback is the…

  • Abercelyn Country House

    Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)

    Luxurious rooms, excellent breakfasts and a lovely setting in gardens with a gurgling brook make this former rectory (1729) a great option – the more…

  • Merlindale

    Lowland Perthshire & Kinross

    Georgian architecture meets generous hospitality at this excellent guesthouse at the eastern end of town. The four fabulous rooms all have individual…

  • 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…

  • Hótel Hjalteyri

    North Iceland

    The wow factor delights at this former school en route to Hjalteyri's harbour. It's been renovated to house three double rooms and four apartments of…

  • Hotel Anno 1216

    Lübeck

    The name at this excellent hotel isn't fanciful, as parts of this beautifully gabled brick building date back 800 years. The rooms have high ceilings and…

  • Adora Hotel

    Ljubljana

    This small hotel below Gornji trg is a welcome addition to accommodation in the Old Town. The 10 rooms are small but fully equipped, with lovely hardwood…

  • 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…

  • Sense Hotel

    Den Bosch

    Right next to the Jheronimus Bosch Art Center, this charming little hotel has four rooms and three suites, each with its own special decor. Breakfast (€17…

  • B&B Mare Monti Miniere

    Southwestern Sardinia

    A warm welcome awaits at this cracking B&B. Situated in a quiet side street near the historic centre, it has two cheery and immaculately kept rooms in the…

  • 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…

  • Archipelagos Hotel

    Northeastern Aegean Islands

    This elegant and welcoming small hotel on the harbour’s northern edge comprises Fourni’s most sophisticated lodgings. From the patio restaurant, set under…

  • 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,…

  • Hotel Kulm

    Liechtenstein

    In Triesenberg, at 888m, a 10-minute drive up from Vaduz, Hotel Kulm offers stunning views of both the mountains and the Rhine Valley. A buffet breakfast…

  • Agriturismo Casa Clelia

    Bergamo

    Barely a 10-minute stroll from the centre of Sotto il Monte Giovanni XXIII, and 20km west of Bergamo, this working farm offers 10 spacious, beautiful…

  • Argalios Guesthouse

    Small Cyclades

    This delightful guesthouse higher up in the village consists of four snug, individually styled apartments, all with heavy wooden beams, characterful…

  • Green Dragon Inn

    Yorkshire Dales National Park

    A lovely old pub with flagstone floors, low timber beams, ancient oak furniture and Theakston's on draught. The Dragon serves up a tasty steak-and-ale pie…

  • Petani Bay Hotel

    Kefallonia

    Boasting one of the finest infinity pools in Greece, this adults-only boutique eyrie overlooks the cobalt-blue bay far below. There are just 13 romantic…

  • Ayasoluk Hotel

    Selçuk

    With elegant decor, a good range of facilities (swimming pool, bar) and friendly staff, Ayasoluk is a great choice in the historic centre. Rooms have…

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