Must-see hotels in Europe

  • Hotel Krone

    Graubünden

    The lovely place, right in the centre of Bad Ragaz, has slickly renovated, individually decorated rooms, plus its own excellent restaurant. You'll be…

  • Willa Carlton

    Zakopane

    This pretty pension occupies a grand old house away from the main drag that was built between the wars, and has been thoroughly modernised inside. Expect…

  • Primoretz Grand Hotel & Spa

    Burgas

    This huge, five-star complex at the southern end of the city beach looks out of scale in Burgas, but its excellent facilities include a spa and indoor and…

  • Casa Moni

    Ticino

    Expect a heartfelt benvenuto at this sweet, extremely peaceful B&B in Bosco Gurin, where the rush of a nearby stream is the backbeat. The colourful rooms…

  • Residence La Limonera

    Bellagio

    Climb the steep lanes in Bellagio and, improbably, the street grid opens out and deposits you in this walled lemon grove guarded by an elegant cream villa…

  • Hotel Maisonnave

    Pamplona

    In the centre of the old town, Hotel Maisonnave has spacious, contemporary rooms, and creature comforts including a small fitness centre, a sauna and a…

  • Le Tabellion

    Yonne

    Friendly, knowledgeable and multilingual owner Rita Florin runs this attractive B&B in a former notary's office right next to the church. The three…

  • Away Hostel

    Lyon

    One of Lyon's best new budget sleeps, Away Hostel has attractive, sunny rooms with tall ceilings, wood floors and oversized windows. The cafe is a good…

  • Les Hauts de Cavanello

    Southern Corsica

    Also let under the name ‘Hameau de Cavanello’, this rural B&B, 2km northeast of Zonza, offers five cosy, well-equipped modern rooms plus a pool and stone…

  • Scandic Hotel Narvik

    Narvik

    Towering over the downtown area, this striking glass edifice houses Narvik's most stylish hotel. Rooms are slick and contemporary and those on the upper…

  • Le Porche de Sarlat

    Sarlat-la-Canéda

    Superb modern apartments fill this townhouse as central as could be in medieval Sarlat. Some have views of the cathedral or the cours des Fontaines, and…

  • Hotel Villa Katharina

    The Danube Valley

    This small, pretty, country hotel has simple, light and stylish rooms set among the vines, each spritzed with colours that reflect the wine-growing region…

  • Camping Maslina

    Petrovac

    As Montenegrin campsites go, this is one of the best, with more than 100 camping spots under centuries-old olive trees, working wi-fi and a tidy ablutions…

  • Villa Fortuna

    Mostar

    Set back from a street leading to the old bridge, this eight-room family-run hotel offers welcome drinks in a sweet little private courtyard area at the…

  • Mykonos Town Suites

    Hora (Mykonos)

    This hidden complex of bright, high-beamed studios and whole houses (the largest sleeping six in two bedrooms) makes for a splendid choice. Each has a…

  • Grecotel Pallas Athena

    Athens

    The designers have brought a playful touch to the rooms of this 63-room boutique hotel, filling them quirky, colourful pieces of contemporary art, decor…

  • Villa Konak

    Kuşadası

    The lovely garden and pool area is a real highlight at this small homely hotel, which has very tasteful rooms all decorated with parquet floors, Ottoman…

  • Hôtel le Petit Vatel

    Le Havre

    This central spot earns high marks for comfortable rooms, a good location and very kind staff. Rooms receive decent natural light, the mattresses are…

  • Cecil

    Athens

    This charming old hotel on busy Athinas has beautiful high moulded ceilings, polished timber floors and an original cage-style lift. The simple rooms are…

  • Hotelli Pariisin Ville

    Turku & Finland's South Coast

    Named after sculptor Ville Vallgren, this plush place in the heart of the Old Town combines modern luxury and heritage atmosphere. Rooms named for former…

  • Hotel Gareus

    Valladolid

    Polished floorboards, warm colours and creative lighting make these rooms some of the best in Valladolid. The service is similarly warm and welcoming and…

  • Hatters

    Manchester

    The old-style lift and porcelain sinks are the only leftovers of this former millinery factory, now one of the best hostels in town. The location is a…

  • Gaia Porto Hostel

    Vila Nova de Gaia

    Down by the river and just a cork-pop away from the port-wine lodges, this hostel has fabulous views of the Rio Douro and Ribeira, and a secluded garden…

  • Central Plaza Hotel

    Moldavia & the Bucovina Monasteries

    The nicest hotel in town is this high-rise affair in the centre of the city. The rooms have been thoroughly renovated and are bright and clean. There's a…

  • Skyewalker Independent Hostel

    Skye

    Three miles northwest of Carbost, this excellent hostel is housed in the old village school, with cosy lounge, well-equipped kitchen, and superb gardens…

  • Fairmont Flame Towers

    Baku

    Occupying one of the iconic Flame Towers, this is the spectacular hotel whose 'thousand diamond necklace' atrium wowed Joanna Lumley in her 2019 TV tour…

  • Hôtel Perla Rossa

    Corsica

    With its soft-apricot façade and oyster-grey shutters, this boutique old-town option adds a touch of chic to the hotel scene. All its 10 rooms are opulent…

  • Monte Mulini

    Rovinj

    This swanky and extremely pricey hotel slopes down towards Lone Bay, a 10-minute stroll from the old town along the Lungomare. Rooms all have balconies,…

  • Hotel-Pension Haus Fuhrhop

    Fairy-Tale Road

    This charming Pension in the centre of town has 16 spacious and comfortable rooms with a modern, stylish character. The breakfast buffet features homemade…

  • Hôtel des Prélats

    Nancy

    It’s not every day you get to sleep in a 17th-century former bishop’s palace right next to the cathedral. This elegant hotel plays up the romance in rooms…

  • Leinesodden Cabins

    Nordland

    Run by Sandnessjøen but a far more imaginative choice, especially for families or groups, are its Leinesodden Cabins, across the water and a 10-minute…

  • Travellers' Home

    Sarajevo

    Upstairs in a high-ceilinged old house, this friendly little hostel has helpful, informative staff, a tiny courtyard balcony, and a kitchen table at which…

  • Parador de Chinchón

    Spain

    The former Convento de Agustinos (Augustine Convent), Parador Nacional is one of the town’s most important historical buildings and can’t be beaten for…

  • Rundeck

    Tyrol

    Clean lines, earthy tones and nutwood panelling define the streamlined rooms at design-focused Rundeck. There’s a sleek spa and a backlit bar with an open…

  • Hotel Mozart

    Tyrol

    It’s amazing how far Amadeus travels in Austria. This particular Mozart pleases with big sunny rooms opening onto balconies and broad mountain views. The…

  • Palazzo Venezia

    Zadar

    A deliberately over-the-top recreation of a Venetian palace, this fab little boutique B&B won't be to everyone's taste, but it's one of the more original…

  • Pantone

    Brussels

    An eye-popping array of Pantone colours greets you here, from the turquoise pushbike at reception to moulded-plastic chairs to lime-green bedrooms – all…

  • Hôtel Monet

    Honfleur

    Up the hill, out of the action and run by welcoming Sylvie and Christophe, this delightful and small hotel has modern, neat rooms with a sweet, small cafe…

  • Hotel Park

    Meteora & Thessaly

    This crisp modern hotel stands at the northwest edge of a small central square that conveniently holds an underground car park. As well as comfortable…

  • La Tour de Cause

    The Dordogne

    Nico and Igor have painstakingly renovated a historic manor house and barn into a comfortable B&B with modern bathrooms and luxe linens. Find it 8km east…

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