Vienna
Design is the watchword at Das Tyrol. Done out in taupes, creams and golds, the spacious rooms feature bold original artworks, marble bathrooms and…
Must-see hotels in Europe
Venice
As eccentric and luxurious as Venice itself, the Danieli has attracted bohemians, minor royalty and their millionaire lovers for more than a century. The…
Lake Constance
Sitting with aplomb on the promenade, this romantic hotel is a class act. The higher you go, the better the view from the warm-hued rooms facing the…
Eastern Slovakia
Perched on a hill 2.5km south of town, it's hard to beat the glorious views from this well-priced retreat. Hardwood furniture gives rooms a grand feel,…
The Midlands
Graced by a grand stairway, this four-star hotel is the best in town. Its 70 spacious, antique-styled rooms have crimson colours; suites (only) come with…
Southern Tuscany
These apartment rentals, sleeping between two and six guests across three properties, make great bases for those visiting the region. Casa degli Archi is…
Colmar
A sassy newcomer to Colmar's sleeping scene, this boutique hotel is a two-minute stroll north of the historic centre. The decor is nouveau-chic, with…
Trebinje
Taking pride of place on Trebinje's pretty, central square, this landmark hotel evokes the elegance of the Austro-Hungarian era. Downstairs is one of…
Zagreb
In the heart of the city, these spacious rooms overlooking the cafe-buzz of Tkalčićeva have swags of style thanks to owner Irena's eye for detail…
Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela
Run by hospitable Dutch owners on a 17th-century quinta (country estate), this laid-back set-up has various options: terraced tent sites, private rooms or…
Zermatt
Hard-core climbers adore Monte Rose Hütte, perched on the edge of the Monte Rose glacier at 2883m and accessible only on foot via a four-hour glacial…
Girona
This friendly, professional outfit rents out more than two-dozen attractive apartments around the old town. They range in size and features, from small…
Azerbaijan
An excellent base if you're skiing, Tufandağ is Qәbәlә's most tastefully upmarket property (other than the absurdly exclusive Chenot Palace) and provides…
Lake Como
Most Como villas are either opulent palaces used as Bond film locations or second homes for people like George Clooney, but at the Cipressi, for a not…
Kinsale
Upstairs from the Giles Norman Gallery (where you check in) are these plush, luxurious guest rooms in shades of grey and white that set off perfectly the…
Warsaw
One of Warsaw’s most popular hostels and certainly one of the best, each of its bright, large rooms is individually named and decorated. Accommodation is…
Venice
Down a lane from glitzy Calle Larga XXII Marzo, this ivy-covered retreat quietly outclasses brash designer neighbours with its delightful tearoom and…
Zell am See
A 500-year-old chalet turned boutique hotel, Steinerwirt has light-filled rooms tastefully done out in muted tones and untreated pinewood, with flat…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Entering the stained-glass-draped and palm-covered entrance hall of this hidden 20th-century mansion is akin to making a discovery. Built by Brazilians in…
Bratislava
Family-run Arcus goes above and beyond: it's exceptionally clean with helpful reception staff and top-class breakfasts. Tucked away on a residential…
Marsala
This lovely hotel in a converted 16th-century monastery has elegant rooms, with original blue-and-gold maiolica tiles, stone walls, antique furniture and…
Ercole di Amalfi Bed & Breakfast
Amalfi
You can catch a lemon on your breakfast plate at this hillside B&B on the road to Agerola, with a rustic terrace sheltered by trellises and fanned by sea…
Glasgow
Once the power station for early trams, this boutique-chain conversion of an elegant building has resulted in a satisfying, surprisingly quiet option in…
Canterbury
This rather wonky 13th-century beamed inn, mentioned in Dickens’ David Copperfield, has eight themed rooms bearing names such as ‘Marrakesh’ (Moorish), …
The Luberon
Run by renowned hotelier Jocelyne Sibuet, this uber-luxurious Provençal bolthole oozes designer style from every corner, from the effortlessly elegant…
German Wine Route
Start your stay with a glass of Riesling at this one-time winemaker’s mansion, which has been turned into a romantic 17-room hotel that blends traditional…
L'Eixample
This 21st-century designer hotel sits behind an 1897 facade, Inside the block is a pretty Japanese garden; you can opt for a massage in your room. All 45…
Monastery Estate Venetian Harbor
Hania
This chic hotel is tucked away in a quiet alley and housed in a meticulously restored Venetian mansion (check out the ruins under the lobby's glass floor)…
The Beiras
Switch off from the outside world at this fantastic riverside retreat. About 8km outside Guarda, it has pitches and ready-fixed bell and safari tents, as…
Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)
On the slopes below a forested crag, from which spills its own 'private' waterfall, the Vagabond is Betws' best hostel – and the only one within the town…
Montebelli Agriturismo & Country Hotel
Southern Tuscany
A country-club feel prevails on this sprawling biodynamic wine and olive-oil estate 7km north of Vetulonia. The facilities are sensational: tennis court,…
Ticino
One of the sweetest options in Bellinzona, this lemon-fronted B&B is run like a tight ship by Michela and Massimo, who lovingly tend their garden with its…
The Lake District
Windermere's B&Bs might be pushing up their rates to silly levels, but this famously posh country-house retreat shows them how it should be done. The…
Hohe Tauern National Park
Scenically perched above the village and next to forest, this guesthouse is run by the kindly Bachmaier family and has terrific waterfall views. The…
St-Émilion
Grand doesn't even begin to describe this immense five-star chateau-hotel, built in 1850, with its 46 antique-dressed rooms, spa, stone-flagged heated…
Northern Montenegro
Less than 5km from Mojkovac's centre but a million miles from its (relative) bustle, this lovely spot is dotted with pristine wooden cabins enjoying…
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Surmounting the Spanish Steps, the historic Hassler is a byword for old-school luxury. A long line of VIPs have stayed here, enjoying the ravishing views…
Stromboli
Convenience and a peaceful location come together at this cheerful, long-established guesthouse tucked away above Stromboli's main drag, just west of the…
Anglesey & the North Coast
Perched on a hill above the town, this former hotel has been converted into a top-notch hostel. Dorms have two or four beds; all but one of the private…
Zell am See
A once-upon-a-dream fairy tale of a hotel, this 16th-century castle was once the haunt of Bavarian prince-bishops. Wood panelling and antiques add a touch…
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