Vicenza
The top choice in central Vicenza, this renovated Renaissance palazzo delivers crisp, contemporary rooms with beamed ceilings, polished wooden floors and…
Vicenza
The top choice in central Vicenza, this renovated Renaissance palazzo delivers crisp, contemporary rooms with beamed ceilings, polished wooden floors and…
Around Athens
Directly across from the airport terminal, the Athens Sofitel is tops for that early-morning flight. Rooms are comfortable and modern, the cafe and…
Carpathian Mountains
In Złockie, about 2.5km northwest of the centre of Muszyna, this 53-room spa hotel is one of the best (and most expensive) places around, with a long list…
Bohuslän
Mollösunds Wärdshus is an upmarket 19th-century inn featuring 10 well-turned-out rooms with funky wallpaper, and a slinky, sun-soaked terrace for lazy…
Albufeira
Just 8km west of Albufeira, yet a planet away in every respect, luxurious Vila Joya is right on the beachfront near Praia da Galé. Pool areas, lush green…
Belluno
This three-room B&B offers one of the warmest welcomes in the Dolomites, with extremely friendly and helpful owners, tasty breakfasts and a tranquil…
Valencia
Handsome and contemporary, this hostel places itself firmly in the flashpacker class with facilities that include a gym, quality beds and an upbeat urban…
Bayonne
For something completely different, a stay on this péniche (houseboat) definitely fits the bill. There are just two rooms, each with roughly half the boat…
Trogir
Run by an expat German couple, this excellent hostel has only four dorms, each sleeping seven or eight people. The custom-built wooden bunks have suitcase…
Zell am See
Beate and Bernd extend a warm welcome at their eco-savvy chalet. Situated opposite the ski lifts, the pension uses 100% renewable energy (solar and wind…
Reykjanes Peninsula
The Blue Lagoon's chic hotel is a 600m walk across the lava field from Iceland’s most famous attraction. The 35 rooms are soothing and sleek, with heated…
Lowland Perthshire & Kinross
This luxury B&B is a most welcoming establishment, offering four large, bright rooms with plenty of understated style, an atmospheric lounge stuffed with…
Cefalù
Midway between the Duomo and the waterfront, with free parking a few minutes away, this small hotel offers four-star service in a prime location. Rooms…
Dubrovnik
Hidden down a hard-to-find and surprisingly quiet lane behind the cathedral, this 17th-century house has eight atmospheric rooms with exposed stone walls…
Wrocław
Located on an islet in the Odra, this neat 57-room hotel is surrounded by flowing water on three sides, yet is within easy walking distance of most of…
Northeastern Switzerland
Säntis – das Hotel offers big mountain views from all angles, chic boutique-style rooms and a spa. The generously sized rooms play up the nouveau-Alpine…
Romania
Renovated, rebranded and renamed, the Stokker is a good choice if you're coming to Oradea by train as it's only a 10-minute walk from the station. The 17…
Copenhagen
Housed in two striking 200-year-old canal-side warehouses, atmospheric 71 Nyhavn offers great views of both the harbour and Nyhavn canal. Rooms facing…
Central Jutland
This is an old-world, art-deco treasure. It was built in 1856 and refurbished in the 1920s; a fire in 2015 necessitated a widespread renovation, but the…
Eastern Mediterranean
This sprawling hotel right on the beach is really a budget resort. Along with occasional live music at night, where there's also a playground and games…
Castellón Province
Bang in the heart of old Morella, this noble Renaissance palace has been completely refurbished and offers a tantalising blend of historical feel and…
Český Krumlov
Several apartments situated in three historic buildings near the castle district have been transformed into comfortable short-term rental units that offer…
Baku
This majestic flower-filled beaux arts palace fits perfectly with central Baku's nouveau-Parisian self-image, while the indulgent pool and spa feel more…
Alsace
You'll receive a heartfelt bienvenue at this pink-hued B&B on the southern fringes of town, which centres on an inner courtyard. Homely touches, warm…
Budapest
This homey, extremely welcoming hostel with 20 beds in four rooms has recycled tables hanging upside down from the ceiling and old valises under the beds…
Constanţa
This stylishly renovated boutique hotel on the pedestrianised section of lower B-dul Tomis is close to the city's beach, port and most sights. All rooms…
Vila Nova De Milfontes
Set in a 17th-century house, this special option is chock-a-block with antiques and artwork. It has six elegantly furnished bedrooms, some with private…
Lille, Flanders & the Somme
This delightful B&B, in a brick mansion from 1920, has two atmospheric rooms with old wooden floors, antique furnishings and marble fireplaces. Evelyne…
Northwest England
Far fancier than anything else around, this stunning boutique guesthouse is all luxury and contemporary style. Everything exudes a discreet elegance, from…
Syntagma & Plaka
A lovely neoclassical mansion has been converted to create this elegant and excellently located property. The 16 rooms – all with wooden floors and…
Central & Eastern Istria
Three friendly dogs, a charming hostess and a clutch of chickens (in that order) will welcome you to this large rural property near the small town of…
The Black Forest
On a vineyard spreading just north of Gengenbach, Pfeffer und Salz is an appealingly converted Black Forest farmhouse with pretty gardens, views and a…
Sarajevo
Within seconds of arrival at this party hostel you're likely to find yourself in its bar with a shot of herb rakija chatting with gregarious owner Unkas,…
Messinia
Opposite the entrance road to the castle, these delightful studio apartments are run by Panagiotis, who likes his guests to feel like they are 'in a small…
Pelion Peninsula
This stately old mansion, a short walk down a cobbled footpath from the central square, glories in a broad terrace that commands wonderful views over the…
Reims
But a stone's throw from the cathedral, this historic home turned B&B is made all the homelier by hosts Marie Anne and Gérard. The quiet, countrified…
Exeter
In the 1800s this was a prestigious gentleman's residence; now it's an impeccably run luxury sleep spot. Antiques and velvet furnishings cosy up to canary…
Bavarian Alps
This very family-friendly hostel in the village of Tiefenbach is around 10 minutes by car from Oberstdorf train station. Rooms with up to six beds are…
Hotel Hospes Palacio de Los Patos
Granada
Housed in a palatial 19th-century building, this is one of Granada's top hotels. Its sharply designed minimalist rooms, all in clean whites and pearl…
The Beiras
This hip hotel brings a dash of contemporary design to Monsanto's granite-grey centre. Occupying a renovated mansion, it has 10 spacious rooms, each a…
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