Must-see hotels in Europe

  • Anděl’s By Vienna House

    Prague

    This sleek designer hotel, all stark contemporary in white with black and red accents, has floor-to-ceiling windows, in-room music players and modern art…

  • La Citadelle

    Metz

    A slick conversion of a 16th-century military arsenal and barracks, La Citadelle sits in a tranquil park in the heart of the city. The light, contemporary…

  • Terrazze di Montelusa

    Agrigento

    Occupying a beautifully preserved palazzo (mansion) that's been in the same family since the 1820s, this charming B&B is filled with antique photos,…

  • Les Avisés

    Champagne

    Housed in a splendid neoclassical manor, Les Avisés is a touch of class in the heart of Champagne. Overlooking the park or vineyards, rooms manage the…

  • Hotel Hecht

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Straddling several higgledy-piggledy floors, this historic hotel is full of creaky charm and places you right in the thick of things. Elegantly furnished…

  • Casa del Marqués

    Santillana del Mar

    Feel like the lord or lady of the manor in this 15th-century mansion, once home to the Marqués de Santillana. Timber beams, thick stone walls and cool…

  • Tyn-y-Fron

    Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)

    This gracious old stone house has five guest rooms; all have been given a plush, modern makeover, and some have divine valley views. Friendly owners…

  • Trevose Harbour House

    St Ives

    A stylish six-room town house on the lovely backstreet known as the Warren, restored with a sea-themed combo of fresh whites and stripy blues. It's been…

  • Aristotelio

    Troödos Mountains

    Opened as a boutique hotel in 2017, this historic three-storey stone building with handsome wooden balconies is situated in the lower part of the village…

  • Corinthia

    The West End

    With hotels from Malta to St Petersburg, the Corinthia group's crown jewel is this grand Victorian property in Whitehall. It's as smart as can be, but…

  • Château La Chaire

    Jersey

    This 19th-century country manor turned boutique hotel sits just inland from Rozel Bay. It retains some original features – a rococo lounge, oak panelling…

  • Forte Rose

    Bay of Kotor

    This charming old stone fortress still serves a protective purpose; a stay here guards against the intrusion of rude reality. It's a world unto itself…

  • Karavostassi Apartments

    Agios Nikolaos

    Fall asleep to the sound of the waves in this trio of stylish-rustic bi-level apartments in a secluded stone house that feels much like your rich aunt's…

  • Generator Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Part of a cool designer hostel chain, Generator occupies a century-old zoological university building with large windows overlooking lush Oosterpark, in a…

  • JoBo

    Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville

    If Joséphine Bonaparte was living in today's celebrity limelight, her nickname would surely be JoBo. That's the philosophy behind the fabulously over-the…

  • Cabalus

    Yonne

    Atmospheric Cabalus offers four spacious rooms with sturdy beams, ancient tiles and stone walls in a 12th-century building right next to the cathedral…

  • Veselka Hostel

    Kyiv

    Locations don't much better than around the corner from Zoloti Vorota in the very centre of the city. Throw in sharp dorm rooms, bright doubles, fair…

  • Hotel Quatorze

    Colmar

    Bringing new-wave design to the heart of the old town, Hotel Quatorze occupies a lovingly transformed pharmacy dating from 1830. The 15 rooms and suites…

  • Maso Fior di Bosco

    Trentino & South Tyrol

    Lovingly overseen by two generations of the Casna family, this beautifully restored maso (traditional farmstead) on a bucolic hillside makes a perfect…

  • Hotel Doro

    Burgas

    The location is better than it looks at first glance: ignore the slightly depressed neighbourhood setting by keeping in mind that the central restaurants…

  • Villa Levante

    İzmir

    Located in leafy Bornova, 9km outside the city centre, this is İzmir's only boutique hotel. An 1831 Levantine villa that has been tastefully renovated, it…

  • Hay Stables

    Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog

    Three modern en-suite rooms in peaceful creamy tones await you at this friendly, central guesthouse. There's a common area for guests to mingle and a…

  • Komnenovo Etno-Selo

    Northern Montenegro

    Located on the south shore of the lake (reached by the back road from Plav), this large complex conjures up an 'ethno' ambience with its wood and stone…

  • Almijara Residence

    Málaga Province

    Owners Paul and Maurice pull out all the stops to make guests comfortable at this cosy B&B with dramatic views over Cómpeta's central square. Perks…

  • Château de la Ferrière

    Bayeux

    Located between Bayeux and Longues-sur-Mer, this splendid 18th-century château – set in 13.4 hectares of lawn and woodland – is a handsome and elegant…

  • Plaza Hotel

    Sorrento

    A contemporary design hotel, the Plaza is far more exciting than its name suggests, with bright decor that pitches dazzling white walls against earthy…

  • Fendi Private Suites

    Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale

    Comfortably at home on the 3rd floor of Palazzo Fendi (the Roman fashion house's flagship store is below), this exclusive boutique hotel is pure class…

  • Cunda Inn

    İzmir & the North Aegean

    Built and opened in 2019, the Cunda Inn channels a heritage village vibe amid the rustic but stylish decor of its spacious rooms. Breakfast includes fresh…

  • Santa Luzia Arthotel

    Guimarães

    Embracing its motto, 'Inspired by art in the heart of Guimarães', this stylish hotel close to the city centre has ultracomfortable rooms and suites,…

  • Manorhaus

    Snowdonia & the Llŷn

    This boutique restaurant with rooms has eight gorgeously styled bedrooms in a dignified Georgian townhouse, each decorated by a different local or…

  • Guest House

    Alicante

    Here’s a magnificent budget choice. Each of the eight large, tastefully decorated rooms differs: some have exposed stone walls and others are painted in…

  • LuxAttico

    Lecce

    Hosted by the friendly Luisa, LuxAttico has stylish rooms in a quiet residential area a short walk from Lecce's historic centre. Breakfast includes Lecce…

  • Oporto Loft

    Miragaia

    Housed in a lovingly converted 19th-century townhouse, this chic little B&B has a boutique feel and is conveniently placed for exploring the Jardins do…

  • Apolon

    Stari Grad

    Named after the terracotta statue of Apollo on the roof, this grand old building was built in 1887 for the local luminary who's buried in the lavish domed…

  • Ekies All Senses Resort

    Macedonia

    This sumptuous resort is a fantasy of sculpted grounds, spa amenities, and top-notch restaurants and bars, all just steps from a private beach. Themed…

  • Pergola House

    Cascais

    An oasis of calm with a lush garden and bougainvillea-draped facade, this century-old manor is a family heirloom. A marble staircase sweeps up to 12…

  • La Guérinière

    The Dordogne

    Surrounded by 6 hectares of grounds in the valley 4km south of Domme along the D46, this family-friendly B&B’s rooms are all named after flowers: our…

  • Hotel Likoria

    Central Greece

    The plush Likoria has the feel of a country inn. Its traditional rooms have carpets, huge soft beds and French windows opening to large balconies. The…

  • Sue's B&B

    The Channel Islands

    Run by knowledgeable locals Sue and George, this homely B&B sits around halfway between The Avenue and Little Sark. The rooms are bright and spotless,…

  • Lux Alpinae

    Tyrol

    This design hotel wings you into the 21st century with glass-walled rooms that bring the mountains indoors and industrial-chic interiors blending concrete…

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