Must-see hotels in Europe

  • Hotel-Pension Funk

    City West & Charlottenburg

    This charismatic B&B in the home of silent-movie siren Asta Nielsen takes you back to the Golden Twenties. Stuffed with art-nouveau furniture and decor,…

  • 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,…

  • Hotel Vía de la Plata

    Castilla y León

    This spa hotel occupies a handsome former monastery just off Plaza de España. Guests receive a considerable discount for the spa treatments, which include…

  • Hotel Hemera

    Podgorica

    Exceedingly atmospheric and gorgeously designed, Hemera is a top choice for those who like a bit of chic in their shelter. Rooms and suites have eclectic…

  • Hotel Nou Romá

    Dénia

    Perfectly located for excursions to the Calle Loreto eating strip, this hotel is on a quietish backstreet but very central. Staff are really excellent,…

  • Berthelot Hotel

    Bucharest

    This modern boutique hotel offers bright and clean rooms, with air-conditioning and LCD TVs. The location, just off the Calea Victoriei, is in the heart…

  • Hotel Palau Sa Font

    Palma de Mallorca

    Down a quiet side street, this former 16th-century palace has 19 rooms decorated in minimalist style, retaining the charm of the original. Wrought-iron…

  • Auberge de la Commanderie

    St-Émilion

    New life has been breathed into this soulful two-star hotel since the De Boüard de Laforest family – owners of nearby Château Angélus – acquired it in…

  • Townhouse

    Stratford-upon-Avon

    Some of the dozen rooms at this exquisite hotel have free-standing claw-foot bathtubs, and all have luxurious bedding and Temple Spa toiletries. The…

  • Hotel del Pastor

    Castellón Province

    This central hotel is an excellent deal, with delightful service and pleasingly old-fashioned rooms – some with vistas – spread over four floors (there’s…

  • La Villa du Coteau

    Alsace

    This cute B&B sits a five-minute walk north of the centre. The spacious, wood-floored rooms are attractively beamed, and the pick of them have fine old…

  • Goodson & Red

    Tallinn

    This agency has loads of Tallinn apartments on its books, from modern studios to two-bedroom units. Most have excellent locations in the Rotermann quarter…

  • Red & Blue Design Hotel

    Prague

    This designer boutique sports rooms done out in tasteful red and blue highlights. The setting is a smartly renovated 19th-century townhouse. The overall…

  • Tontine Hotel

    Greater Glasgow

    This noble hotel in the nicest part of Greenock has appealing recently refurbished rooms that provide comfort without taking away from the building's…

  • MaMa Boutique Hotel

    Jūrmala

    Traditional wood outside, mod – and even odd – inside. The bedroom doors have thick, mattress-like padding on the interior and the suites themselves are a…

  • Marousa's

    Serifos

    Up above Ramos Beach, this inviting complex offers 11 simple but well-equipped one- and two-bedroom apartments. The handsome couple who run it put on a…

  • Parc-le-Breos House

    Swansea, The Gower & Carmarthenshire

    Set in its own private estate north of the main road, Parc-le-Breos offers 16 en-suite rooms in a Gothic Victorian hunting lodge. The majestic lounge,…

  • Eth Béryè Petit

    Lourdes

    Twelve kilometres south of Lourdes, this 17th-century farmhouse offers country charm and knockout mountain views. There are three rooms: the most spacious…

  • Finca Hotel Albellons Parc Natural

    Mallorca

    Views of the Tramuntana and a pool rimmed by olive trees come standard at this lovely farmhouse escape in the hills 1km north of Binibona. The 12 rooms …

  • Le Vieux Logis

    Wallonia

    Facing the château, with shutters and window-boxes on its stone facade, this atmospheric old place has lashings of antique furniture and wooden panelling,…

  • Hotel & Villa Auersperg

    Salzburg

    This charismatic villa and hotel duo fuses late-19th-century flair with contemporary design in rooms featuring wood floors, muted colours and Nespresso…

  • Locanda San Francesco

    Montepulciano

    The only downside to this four-room luxury B&B is that once you check in, you might never want to leave. The feel is elegant but also homey: refined…

  • Hotel J

    Stockholm

    This upscale hotel with a breezy, blue-and-white Hamptons vibe is a popular weekend getaway for Stockholmers. Initially a summer house built in 1912, it's…

  • Hillcrest House

    Dumfries & Galloway

    A noble stone building in a quiet part of town, this offers a genuine welcome and a lovely interior featuring high ceilings and huge windows. Spend extra…

  • Joke Hôtel

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    No joke. This fabulous childhood-themed hotel is a serious contender for Paris' best-value, most fun address, where you can play 'scrabble' or spin the…

  • Goldener Hirsch

    Salzburg

    A skylight illuminates the arcaded inner courtyard of this 600-year-old Altstadt pile, where famous past guests include Queen Elizabeth II and Pavarotti…

  • Nusfjord Rorbuer

    Lofoten

    Many of the rorbuer here are quite simple on the inside (most have photos on the website), but they're faithful representations of the traditional fishing…

  • Aster House

    Kensington & Hyde Park

    The trump cards of this Victorian townhouse in South Kensington are its location and the charming welcome of its hosts. The plant-filled Orangerie is an…

  • Cheval Three Quays

    London

    Right at the doorstep of the Tower of London, these 97 spacious, modern apartments available for short stays have all the comforts of home, including full…

  • Heiligenstein

    Baden-Baden

    It’s worth going the extra mile (or seven) to this sweet hotel overlooking vineyards. Pared-back, earthy-hued rooms come with balconies, and guests can…

  • Mittendrin

    City West & Charlottenburg

    This sweet retreat close to primo shopping is a fantastic find for those who value individual service over fancy lobbies or rooftop bars. All four rooms…

  • Genova 46

    Genoa

    On the top floor of an elegant 1891 mansion, Genova 46 has five spacious rooms and suites, all set with original details (like stucco ceilings) and…

  • La Villa 1901

    Nancy

    Taking a leaf out of the chic interiors book, this B&B combines art nouveau with contemporary design flourishes and boho flair to beautiful effect. The…

  • Priory Mill Farm

    Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog

    With a cobbled courtyard, an ancient mill building, free-range chickens and a lush camping meadow by the Honddu, this is pretty much camping heaven, all…

  • Villa Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik

    Gazing endlessly at the old town and Lokrum from its prime waterfront position, this elegant, low-slung, boutique hotel gleams white against a backdrop of…

  • Grazing Goat

    The West End

    On an attractive little street lined with boutiques and cafes and a shopping bag's throw from Oxford St, this upmarket pub/restaurant has eight tasteful…

  • Old Rectory

    Belfast

    A lovely Victorian house with lots of original stained glass, this former rectory has spacious bedrooms, a comfortable drawing room, and fancy breakfasts …

  • Refugi de Coma de Vaca

    The Catalan Pyrenees

    Located in a spectacular valley (elevation 2000m) with grazing cows and a trickling stream nearby, this mountain refuge makes a memorable base for hikes…

  • Hotel Alte Schule

    Lake Constance

    A recent makeover has brought this hotel bang up to date. Housed in a listed 15th-century building, the themed rooms zoom in on different places around…

  • Casa los Tres Cielos

    Castilla-La Mancha

    On a winding lane in the village, this nine-room guesthouse makes a great base for taking in the windmill-studded scenery of the rolling countryside…

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