Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe

  • Hospedería Valle de Ambroz

    Extremadura

    Inhabiting a 17th-century convent at the southern edge of the old town, this fine, four-star hospedería has a gorgeous courtyard, vaguely old-world rooms…

  • Chris House

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    A fantastic find for solo travellers and couples on a budget. This little rental house is in a great location on a quiet street within easy reach of all…

  • Hotel Usón

    Aragón

    Cosy rooms in peaceful, wonderfully scenic surroundings are what you'll find here, 5km north of Siresa on the road to the Selva de Oza. A good base for…

  • Paradise Teras

    Turquoise Coast

    Three rooms here are worthy of Cappadocia, being organically built into the cliff with the toilet slotted into a crevice in one. The remaining two rooms…

  • Lloc d'Or

    Alghero

    A cute budget B&B just a few minutes' walk from the seafront and harbour. Its two rooms and apartment are bright and simply furnished, and hosts Gemma and…

  • B&B Cuscino e Cappuccino

    Alghero

    With its bright-blue walls and white wood-beamed ceiling, the camera Mediterranea is one of three individually decorated rooms at this welcoming B&B…

  • Il Giglio Bianco

    Sorrento

    Il Giglio Bianco has a soothing white-and-cream decor, wrought-iron beds and a wraparound balcony that gives each of the three rooms a portion of terrace…

  • Köse Pension

    Göreme

    Ably managed by Ahmet and long-term staffer Yunus, this friendly backpacker favourite provides simple private rooms with bathroom, good-sized four-bed…

  • Apollon Village Hotel

    Cyclades

    Rising in tiers above Klissidi Beach, these individual rooms, studios and apartments with glorious views are each named after a Greek god and remain…

  • Hostel Marina

    Cagliari

    Housed in a converted 16th-century monastery, Cagliari's official HI hostel has oodles of historic charm and original features such as vaulting and beams…

  • Posada de las Garzas

    Cantabria

    Just a few paces from Playa Berria, this family-run place offers a homey alternative to the big, blocky hotel across the street. Rooms, all named after…

  • Beach House Antiparos

    Antiparos

    This is a glossy boutique resort on Apandima beach, with a ‘beach house’ comprising nine suites (some family-sized). There’s an upmarket beachside…

  • Principal Madrid

    Chueca

    Just off the pretty end of Gran Vía and within sight of one of its more charming landmarks, the Edificio Metrópolis, the Principal is a fine, central…

  • Hotel Alda Entrearcos

    Burgos

    This stylish little hotel is as central as you'll find. Its rooms are beautifully presented and the bathrooms have hydromassage showers. Some rooms look…

  • Astron Hotel

    Ierapetra

    In a prime location at the eastern end of the waterfront promenade, this rejuvenated classic strikes a smooth balance between city and holiday hotel…

  • B&B Casa Vacanze Daria

    Val d'Orcia

    Owner Daria is a human dynamo, operating both a restaurant and this four-room B&B operation. One suite is in the medieval tower at the town's entrance and…

  • Georgi’s Blue Apartments

    Hania Province

    Georgi’s is an immaculate complex of well-furnished studios and apartments with satellite TV, fridge and kitchen. Unwind at the pleasant lounge area near…

  • Carlos III

    Cartagena

    Modernisation has been undertaken in a fan of bright colours here, with subtlety gone out the window in a shower of reds, blues, greens and blacks. The…

  • Hotel Francisco 1

    Madrid

    This recently overhauled hotel has a wonderful range of rooms, most with hardwood floors, some with design features such as the building's original stone…

  • Murella Living

    Gozo

    One of Marslaforn's newest boutique accommodation options, Murella Living has stylish rooms and suites decorated with modern art and murals. Hardwood…

  • Hotel Thomas

    Rhodes

    This good-value, long-standing village hotel, with very welcoming owners, sits 150m down the hillside from the southwestern end of Monolithos (turn…

  • Ibis Adana

    Eastern Mediterranean

    In true Ibis style, the compact rooms here are chic and modern with all mod cons, and we also applaud its decision to provide wheelchair access throughout…

  • B&B Mongiardino

    Isola Maddalena

    Set in lovingly tended gardens planted with olive and citrus trees, this sweet B&B is a solid budget pick. It sits 3km inland from the ferry port,…

  • Hotel Teatropace 33

    Centro Storico

    This polished three-star near Piazza Navona has 20 warmly furnished rooms featuring parquet floors, wood-beamed ceilings and marble bathrooms. Note,…

  • Hotel Barrett

    Centro Storico

    This exuberant pensione is unique. Boasting a convenient central location, its decor is flagrantly over the top with statues, busts and vibrant stucco set…

  • Niriides Apartments

    Symi

    Three kilometres northwest of Gialos is the quiet little village of Nimborios where you'll find Niriides Apartments, sitting by peaceful Symi Bay…

  • Hotel I Dammusi di Borgo Cala Creta

    Lampedusa

    Set on a hillside surrounded by palms, flowers and Mediterranean macchia (scrub), this collection of two dozen dammusi (shallow-domed stone houses typical…

  • Hotel Sol y Mar

    Andalucía

    Possibly the best-value hotel on this coast, with perfect balconies overlooking a broad swathe of beach and little else. It has plenty of style, and…

  • Zeytindali Hotel

    Thrace & Marmara

    Two rebuilt Greek stone houses at the top of Zeytinli's old village showcase island style and comfort. The 16 rooms – each named after a Greek god – have…

  • Raymar Hotel

    Ankara

    The Raymar's rooms are all floral wallpaper, old-fashioned street lamps as lighting over the big beds, and furniture with a vintage distressed-paint look…

  • Hotel Pulitzer

    Southern Rome

    One of several business hotels in or near 1930s EUR, the 83-room Pulitzer stands out for its classic Italian design, guest-spoiling rooftop pool and…

  • Gordion Hotel

    Ankara

    This independent hotel in the middle of the Kavaklıdere neighbourhood is a fabulously cultured inner-city residence with stately rooms, a basement…

  • Hotel Golfo del Leone

    Southwestern Sardinia

    Set in its own tranquil grounds about 1.5km inland from Portixeddu beach, this relaxed year-round hotel has 14 bright, modestly furnished rooms. Service…

  • Eristos Beach Hotel

    Dodecanese

    Just off the beach, this large hotel is set in lush gardens crowded with hibiscus, orchids and lemon trees. Fresh rooms with tiled floors have balconies…

  • Hotel San Pietrino

    Vatican City, Borgo & Prati

    Within easy walking distance of St Peter's Basilica, this family-run pensione is an excellent budget choice. Its 11 compact rooms, squeezed into a 3rd…

  • Kalavrita Canyon

    Peloponnese

    A modern and central choice occupying a corner just near the pedestrian street. Spacious public areas and four grades of room offer plenty of comfort,…

  • 4 Epoches

    Alonnisos

    Just back from Steni Vala's waterfront, this smart, efficiently operated hotel has 22 whitewashed, modern-design rooms and kitchen-equipped studios set…

  • Hotel Dalt Murada

    Palma de Mallorca

    Gathered around a medieval courtyard, this carefully restored townhouse, dating to 1444, has 23 rooms with antique furnishings (including chandeliers and…

  • Arkin Colony Hotel

    Kyrenia (Girne)

    By far Kyrenia’s most luxurious hotel, the Arkin Colony’s rooms are packed full of plush fabrics and nice artwork with lovely touches of old-school style…

  • Casa Volpi

    Arezzo

    This 18th-century manor, 4km from the cobbled streets of central Arezzo, has 15 comfortable but worn rooms; those deemed superior have views towards…

    • placement: fullWidth
    • path: Destinations/POIs/superzone
    • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [300, 250], [320, 50], [1, 1],
    • targeting:
      {
        "position": "superzone"
      }