Edirne
Simple rooms are enlivened by a colourful decor and lots of light at this friendly hostel a short walk from good cafes and restaurants. The six-bed dorms…
Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe
Venice
Occupying the top floor of a historic home overlooking Santo Stefano, Bloom has glam-rock rooms in shocking scarlet, fuchsia and gold damask, with leather…
Athens
Location and affordability are the strengths of this older, family-run place on pedestrian Eolou. Front balconies overlook Plateia Agia Irini, the scene…
Costa Brava
Partly set within a revamped turn-of-the-20th-century mansion, Casa Marcial makes an attractive old-town choice for its cordial service, small pool and 12…
Northeastern Sardinia
Tucked into the folds of vine and olive-cloaked hills west of Berchidda, this B&B's three rooms are split between a century-old farmhouse and a more…
Northeastern Sardinia
Free-roaming donkeys, cows, goats, sheep and hens, beautiful stone cottages nestled in cork-oak woods, bucolic views, a quiet pool – what more could you…
Black Sea Coast
Quiet yet very central, the Çarşı's dozen wood-trimmed rooms are relatively simple but come with their own verandas. Most of these are arranged around a…
The Catalan Pyrenees
While not as palatial as some of Spain's other paradores (luxurious state-owned hotels), this pleasing hotel has plain, modern rooms surrounding an…
Konya
This design hotel mixes contemporary furnishings and luxurious touches such as espresso coffee machines with the elegant original structure of the two 150…
Alicante Province
In the heart of the old centre, this place offers a very genuine welcome and five sweet rooms, all with an individual aroma scheme. It's got lots of charm…
La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
On a narrow medieval street, the Mercer is one of the Gòtic's standout boutique hotels. Renowned Spanish architect Rafael Moneo stayed true to the…
Troödos Mountains
Hidden away among the pines, this hotel offers healthy eating and relaxation programs. With a qualified dietician on hand, it’s a great option if you want…
La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
A sensitively updated 19th-century palace in the thick of Barcelona, set around a handsome interior courtyard and marble staircase. Behind the restored…
Giardini-Naxos
Within walking distance of both the beach and train station, this restored 19th-century villa charms with its pink facade, high ceilings, neo-Gothic…
Southern Tuscany
Tucked behind the duomo, this spacious two-bedroom apartment makes a perfect base for visitors wanting to immerse themselves in local life. Its panoramic…
Lake Como & Around
Tucked in the hillside village of Bianzone, Altavilla is well worth the effort getting off the beaten path so you can dine at the excellent on-site…
San Marino
Hotel Titano's hotel-within-a-hotel, this newer all-suite option offers San Marino's most spacious and modern rooms – eight renovated suites, many with…
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Occupying a beautifully renovated old palazzo, Babuino offers its guests discreet luxury, with great attention to detail. Draws include a sleek roof…
Eastern Sardinia
A slice of civilisation in Barbagia's wild, forest-cloaked mountains, this bright, well-kept hotel (run by the same family for more than 60 years) enjoys…
Lanzarote
Within a creatively repurposed old finca with white walls and sky-blue trim, these seven individually decorated rooms are attractively styled with…
Venice
A colourful character inhabiting a quiet side street in Dorsoduro’s museum district, Ca’ del Brocchi has small yet over-the-top baroque-styled rooms –…
Taormina
A throwback to another era, this conveniently located salmon-pink pensione has been run by the Sciglio family for seven decades. Its low prices reflect a…
Valletta
Book ahead at this splendid apartment (over 20s only). The artistic owner has restored a 16th-century, character-filled townhouse to offer romantic self…
Milazzo
Run by super-friendly Stefano and Barbara, this B&B halfway between the port and the castle has been lovingly remodelled, retaining historical details…
Ibiza Town
Tucked into a restored 20th-century mansion overlooking tree-dotted Vara de Rey, this boho-flavoured guesthouse blends patterned tiled floors, wood-beamed…
Cappadocia
Mustafa and Gül dispense lashings of old-fashioned Turkish hospitality in their cosy pension. Simple rooms are spick and span with white-washed walls,…
Lanzarote
Enjoying sweeping coastal views from little Tabayesco, 2.5km west of Arrieta, the Casitas take in a cheery, charming townhouse with a few simply styled…
Picos de Europa
Family-run Remoña provides an on-the-ball welcome and 12 comfortable rooms in white and rich wood tones, with up-to-date bathrooms. Next door are seven…
Positano
Carlo the ceramicist is the main man at Maria Luisa; he's an extremely congenial (and multilingual) host who’ll make your stay in glitzy Positano feel…
L'Eixample
Set across two historic buildings 50m apart, Hostal Center Inn's simple rooms – some with balconies or terraces – have quirky touches such as wrought-iron…
Catania
Part of the Italy-wide UNA chain, Palace Catania delivers higher-end digs in a city badly in need of upmarket options. The white-on-white rooms lack wow…
Turquoise Coast
This unique spot, on a truly spectacular cove beach, isn't the hippy hang-out of years back, but there's still an earthy vibe evident. Accommodation is…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
A hostel in name only, this petite and super-friendly guesthouse has small, hotel-standard rooms with en-suite bathrooms and tasteful decor – think beamed…
Selçuk
Offers 11 well-designed rooms (some small) with Ottoman flourishes in the decor. There's a small library and antiques and artefacts decorate the rooftop…
Peloponnese
Managed by a friendly young couple who can offer good hiking info, Proselinos has been fitted out in keeping with the age of this traditional building…
Rhodes Town
Two stylish, serenely cool (and connectable) two-bedroom apartments – ideal for families with kids, as they’re in a self-contained area down an…
Andalucía
One of Spain's original paradors (opened in 1930), this plush hotel occupies a historic monument, the Palacio del Deán Ortega, on the wonderful Plaza…
Formentera
This slinky boutique hotel exudes Mediterranean beach chic. Flooded with natural light, its all-white rooms are decked out with stylish driftwood, blonde…
Andalucía
Conveniently located on the edge of the historic centre, this friendly four-star does the job without being overly exciting. The palacio dates from 1905…
Venice
Enjoy patrician pleasures at this 16th-century palazzo perched on a canal near the Greek church. Grand proportions make for light, spacious rooms, with…
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