Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe

  • Sare'n Otel

    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…

  • Baia Bianca Suites

    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…

  • Hotel Porfyris

    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…

  • Casa Palacio María Luisa

    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…

  • Agios Pavlos Hotel

    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…

  • La Sigrina

    Galicia

    Two multilingual brothers have converted their family home into this stylish, welcoming and spacious lodging. The eight uncluttered, tasteful rooms come…

  • LifePoint Hotel

    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…

  • Casa Latina

    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…

  • Hotel des Roses

    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 Gran Hotel

    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…

  • Villa Pliniana

    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,…

  • La Vista de Medina

    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…

  • El Cobijo de Vejer

    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…

  • Five Rooms

    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…

  • Grand Hotel

    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,…

  • Hôtel de l'Isard

    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…

  • Lemon Villa

    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…

  • Hotel Baglio Santa Croce

    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…

  • Grand Hotel Continental

    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…

  • Gasthof Grüner Baum

    Trentino & South Tyrol

    This gracious guesthouse in Glorenza's historic centre combines arresting contemporary architecture, authentic charm and quiet luxury – free-standing…

  • Ca’ Pisani

    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…

  • Casa Mathilda

    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…

  • Alpin Spa Hotel Die Post

    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,…

  • Hotel des Etrangers

    Çanakkale

    This historic hotel is an atmospheric sleeping choice offering eight rooms with whitewashed wooden floors, inlaid timber ceilings and tasteful country…

  • Hotel El Far

    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 House

    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…

  • St George Lycabettus

    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…

  • Alma

    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…

  • Hostel Jones

    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' …

  • Playa Calera

    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…

  • Casa Burano

    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…

  • Nautilus

    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 Park Hotel

    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…

  • Can Faustino

    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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