Ioannina
In case the Kastro hotels are full, this is a great alternative, tucked away on a silent street that's still walking distance to everything. There are…
Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe
Extremadura
High in the old town, this super-friendly six-room hostería (small hotel) has bright, spotless, modern rooms decorated in a minimalist-chic style with…
L'Eixample
The rooftop pool and bar at this grand, sprawling 1918 old-timer are superb for views and cocktails, or you can pamper yourself at the spa or one of the…
Athens
Midway along Thisio’s grand pedestrianised promenade, this hotel is in a lovely location with great Acropolis views at the front. It's a little pricey for…
Sóller
This 19th-century house is a gracefully decorated hideaway, with just six rooms, a gorgeous atmosphere and a fine garden backing onto the tram line. The…
Chianti
Vines were first planted here in the 12th century, and this 100-hectare estate with its medieval castle has been producing vintages ever since. Only 22km…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
A newcomer to Rome's hostel scene, this family-friendly German-owned place is a very different proposition to its party-focused competitors. Rooms have…
Cappadocia
Modern comforts and traditional architecture sit harmoniously side by side at this retreat. It's known for its panoramic views from the terrace, with…
Trento
Perched on a rooftop, this beautifully designed B&B offers a calm, airy retreat smack bang in Trento's centre. Upstairs rooms are super private, but the…
Elba
At this friendly, family-run, 15-room hotel 4km north of Capoliveri, unfussy rooms are bright and fresh while a series of terraces provide plenty of space…
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Run by helpful owners, this adorable little place has operated as a pensión since the 1940s, with much of its original charm kept pleasantly intact: high…
İzmir & the North Aegean
Reached via a steep climb from the old Greek quarter, and with commanding views over the town, the family-run ‘Castle’ offers simple but clean rooms;…
Sultanahmet
Small, clean and secure, Bahaus stands in stark and welcome contrast to the huge institutional-style hostels on nearby Akbıyık Caddesi. The four- to 14…
Friuli Venezia Giulia
Situated in a verdant setting, 6km northwest of San Daniele, Casa Rossa is a period farmhouse offering chic rustic accommodation. The charming beamed…
Ürgüp
Entered off a flight of colourful stairs, this 250-year-old konak has retained much of the intricate wooden carpentry of the original mansion home…
Volterra
There are no top-end or boutique hotels in the centre of Volterra, so the recent opening of this small three-star establishment close to the Porta all…
Hania
This smartly renovated hotel in a Venetian mansion in the lively Splantzia quarter has eight stylish rooms, each different but all outfitted with custom…
Hania
On a main road a 15-minute walk from the old town, this beautifully restored whitewashed building has become a hip hostel. There’s African art on the…
San Polo & Santa Croce
Bedrooms swagged with damask and Murano chandeliers are Venetian bordello-chic, honouring the courtesans that once ruled nearby Rialto backstreets. Get an…
Capri
Housed in the former residence of Russian author Maxim Gorky, this historic hotel oozes old-school charm, with floral tiling, fading antiques and heavy…
Ferrara
Around the corner from the duomo, this small, classically styled gem is Italy's oldest B&B. Four refined rooms and two apartments, each decorated with…
Trentino & South Tyrol
The most fashionable of Madonna's ultraluxe hotels, DV is a surprisingly relaxed place with friendly staff and a quiet, wooded setting. The bar keeps the…
Capri
It’s quite a trek to this delightful family-run hotel in Anacapri’s original town centre, but it's worth the effort. In a whitewashed villa, rooms are…
El Raval
A quick stroll west of La Rambla on a curious square, this former 18th-century monastery opened as a hotel in 1840, making it the city’s oldest. Library…
Logroño
With a lobby full of driftwood sculptures, beach pebbles and bold artwork on the walls, the Marqués de Vallejo aims to set itself apart from the Logroño's…
Sliema, St Julian’s & Paceville
The District Hotel launched in 2017 with stylish decor and a good location in a quieter part of Paceville. Rooms are decorated in relaxing neutral tones,…
Massa Lubrense
A welcoming family-run two-star, the Primavera has spacious, airy rooms with traditional Vietri tiles, light wood and white paint. Several have terraces…
Rhodes Town
Set up by two celebrated fashion designers, this hilltop Old Town eyrie, steps from the Grandmaster’s Palace, is a melange of Moorish and Rajasthan – or…
San Giovanni & Testaccio
Situated between San Giovanni and the Celio, this discreet three-star feels well off the beaten track, yet is only a 15-minute walk from the Colosseum. It…
Rimini
A few blocks in from the beach, this family-run place offers great rates outside the peak summer season. Superior rooms are more welcoming than standards,…
Siena
Ooh la la! This French-owned hotel occupies a magnificent 13th-century building and is Siena's only hip hotel, replete with designer furniture and…
Palma de Mallorca
Stepping into the 16th-century Ca'n Maroto, once the palatial home of the Marquis of Ferrandell, whisks you back in time. From the palatial reception area…
Peloponnese
This slick-feeling place is a little incongruous in its converted historic stone building. But its rooms are pleasant, with gold and velvet trimmings…
Lanzarote
Basking in views across rolling volcanic hills on the southern edge of town, Casona de Yaiza brings a grand Renaissance-art theme to a thoughtfully…
Barcelona
Created by Dominique Perrault, the slim Meliá tower is made from two filigree glass slabs, overlooking Jean Nouvel’s Parc del Centre del Poblenou. Rooms…
Northwestern Sardinia
This smart country set-up – and 24-hectare working farm – offers decent year-round accommodation in a series of independent lodges peppered around a large…
Southern Tuscany
The Swiss owners of this 46-hectare estate, 5km outside of town, have built an ecologically sustainable farm operation where they cultivate grapes and…
El Puerto de Santa María
Fancy a room with its own plunge pool, sauna, hot tub and deckchairs? It's all yours with the Spa Suite at the deftly designed, welcoming San Bartolomé,…
Bolzano (Bozen)
Ten minutes from Bolzano by cable car, the location of this incredibly stylish but unpretentious 'hiking hotel' is otherworldly. It offers a number of…
Extremadura
Whichever room type you go for, the rich-orange-and-yellow Huerta Honda is a classy choice. Standard rooms are comfy, contemporary and tastefully styled…
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