Black Sea Coast
At off-season walk-in prices (around ₺80 less than peak season), the Sare'n is one of Turkey's greatest bargains. Decent quality fittings, furniture and…
Black Sea Coast
At off-season walk-in prices (around ₺80 less than peak season), the Sare'n is one of Turkey's greatest bargains. Decent quality fittings, furniture and…
Sunflower City Backpacker Hostel
Rimini
Run by two ex-backpackers, the Sunflower welcomes travellers with its laundry and cooking facilities, retro Austin Powers–style wallpaper, in-house bar…
Elba
A picture-perfect manicured garden with pea-green lawn is the only thing separating these designer-chic suites, apartments and rooms from the sand. A much…
Dodecanese
The only hotel in Mandraki town itself stands proudly on the hillside, set above a citrus orchard five minutes’ walk from the sea. If you’re arriving from…
Jerez de la Frontera
A five-star revamp of a dazzling 19th-century mansion has breathed fresh energy into Jerez' accommodation scene. The 21 luxe rooms are set around a marble…
Rethymno Province
Hugging a rugged and remote sandy bay, this place offers small but updated rooms, some with gorgeous bay views, below a traditional taverna. Alternatively…
Galicia
Two multilingual brothers have converted their family home into this stylish, welcoming and spacious lodging. The eight uncluttered, tasteful rooms come…
Trabzon
Behind a retro-futurist facade in the heart of the commercial district, LifePoint is a stylish new address using a contemporary palate of grey tones in…
Naples
Creativity and style flow through this crisp new B&B, accented with eclectic lighting, boho photography, a fully equipped kitchen and a tranquil terrace…
Pelion Peninsula
Framed by rose bushes, Platanias' first-ever hotel still stands proud at the foot of the road down the hillside, 100m inland from the beach. Quiet,…
La Laguna
This hotel is divided between a graceful period building with an inner courtyard dating to the 18th century and a more modern white-painted block with…
Lake Como
About 1.5km east of Torno, the waterfront Villa Pliniana is one of the most exclusive places to stay on Lake Como. Constructed in the 16th century,…
Southeast Cádiz Province & the Costa de la Luz
A charming, stylish hideaway opposite Medina Sidonia's Iglesia Mayor. La Vista's six rustic-chic rooms feel like mini apartments, with kitchenettes, red…
Vejer de la Frontera
A pleasantly low-key alternative to Vejer's boutique hotels, El Cobijo charms guests (many returnees) with its typically Andalucian character, whitewashed…
Palios Stathmos Hotel & Restaurant
Pelion Peninsula
This imposing 1903 wood-and-stone hotel stands near the narrow-gauge railway station, amid the plane trees; it's 800m down steep footpaths from the…
Casa per Ferie Santa Maria Assunta
Central Tuscany
Located behind the tourist office inside the medieval fortress, this old-fashioned church-owned hostel welcomes pilgrims walking the Via Francigena as…
L'Eixample
Thoughtfully expanded from its origins, the cosy-chic Five Rooms now hosts 12 rooms across a turn-of-the-century building on the southern edge of L…
Gozo
There's only one hotel in Mġarr – the butterscotch-bright, four-star Grand Hotel, which has a fine position overlooking the harbour. It has bright, airy,…
Andorra la Vella
Behind an attractive stone facade, on a bustling city-centre shopping street, lies this comfortable, friendly family-run hotel. All 61 rooms are double…
Alanya
The nine stone-walled rooms at this restored Ottoman house are full of authentic details, with ornate wooden ceiling panels, hanging lamps and original…
Erice
Located 9km east of Erice in Valderice, this converted 17th-century baglio (manor house) is set amid citrus groves and lush gardens. The original stone…
Siena
Housed in a magnificent palazzo in the heart of Siena's historic centre, this luxury choice offers well-sized and elegantly furnished rooms and suites;…
Belvedere Pineta Camping Village
Grado
This huge campsite is located on the mainland just over the causeway from Grado. Set in a fragrant pine forest it offers shady pitches for tents; fully…
Trentino & South Tyrol
This gracious guesthouse in Glorenza's historic centre combines arresting contemporary architecture, authentic charm and quiet luxury – free-standing…
Venice
Sprawl out in style right behind the Accademia, and luxuriate in sleigh beds, Jacuzzi tubs and walk-in closets. Mood lighting and sound-proofed walls make…
L'Eixample
Named after welcoming owner Assumpta Baldó's mother, this stylishly homey 14-room boutique gem meanders across a beautiful 1920s building to an intimate…
Trentino & South Tyrol
A family-run favourite since 1852, this hulking 52-room hotel has it all: comfortable rooms, an onsite restaurant serving Tyrolean specialities, a sauna,…
Çanakkale
This historic hotel is an atmospheric sleeping choice offering eight rooms with whitewashed wooden floors, inlaid timber ceilings and tasteful country…
Palafrugell & Around
At romantic El Far – a happy marriage between secluded clifftop luxury and delectable local seafood – each plush, maritime-feel room has its own balcony,…
Skiathos Town
Comfortable, outstanding-value modern rooms, studios and apartments fill this lovingly restored townhouse, with a palm-shaded back garden and super…
Re Vittorio De Luxe Accommodations
Messina
Hidden away on the 2nd floor of a historic, centrally located palazzo, Re Vittorio harbours stylish, modern rooms with high ceilings and a muted colour…
Athens
A high-end clientele bunks here for excellent service and posh rooms. Newer 'eco-chic' rooms have organic bedding and comfy Coco-Mat beds; other floors…
L'Eixample
It's all about stripped-back, straight-lined luxury, sober-toned minimalism and spot-on service at this calming five-star beauty, with 72 tech-forward…
Sliema, St Julian’s & Paceville
Sliema's most imaginative place to stay, this hostel is decorated by local artists, with rooms called things like 'Tree', 'the Speech', 'Explosion' …
La Gomera
Crisp contemporary style, cream walls, warm woods and La Gomera photos set the scene for spacious open-plan rooms with lounges, kitchenettes, balconies…
Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands
Wake up in one of Burano's famous candy-coloured houses, courtesy of the stylish folks at Venissa who have converted five classic homes into an albergo…
Puerto del Carmen
The smart, art-lined lobby with free water refills spells something different at this original, welcoming resort, 4km northeast of central Puerto del…
Parador de Arcos de la Frontera
Arcos de la Frontera
A rebuilt 16th-century magistrate’s residence that combines classic parador luxury with a splendid setting and the best views in town. Eight of the 24…
Andorra la Vella
This glitzy five-star rises above the lovely slate-roofed, stone-walled original Park Hotel (these days the restaurant). Vast public spaces are decorated…
Ciutadella
Ciutadella's swishest accommodation is this elegant 16th-century mansion turned chic five-star. The lovely spa includes a heated pool and hammam in a…
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