Segovia
This bright and welcoming hostal has doubles with private bathrooms rather than dorms with bunk beds, despite the name. It's modern and has a fine…
Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe
Amorgos
Right near the waterfront, this family-run place couldn’t be more convenient for early-morning ferries. Service is friendly, and the sweet, neat rooms…
Tropea
This graceful palazzo has six suites decorated in masculine neutrals and tobacco browns, with dramatic modern paintings by the owner's brother adding…
Hania Province
Small, friendly family-run Glykeria has updated modern rooms with fridges and sea-facing balconies, as well as an inviting pool and a beloved taverna…
Venice
Set at the southern end of the Riva, all 20 rooms in this modest hotel offer spectacular views with a modest price tag. Styled like a ship’s cabin, they…
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
This 144-room tower hotel has spacious accommodation located in the city's Los Llanos commercial district, near the big department stores and not far from…
Sevilla Province
This excellent-value hotel enjoys a prime location on Carmona's main square. It's a cosy affair with characterful and tastefully fitted rooms ensconced in…
Kefallonia
Six scrupulously maintained apartments lie 300m along the waterfront south of the village. Chunky wood-top tables and a green-and-cream colour scheme give…
Ioannina
Open since 1934 and now run by the grandson of the founder, the Metropolis has historic cachet (first hot and cold running water in Epiros!) and has been…
Emilia-Romagna
The region's best mountain hut is located alongside one of Italy's great long-distance walking trails, the three-week, 375km-long Grande Escursione…
Ronda
Taking its cue from the Moorish baths next door, the Alavera de los Baños has a Hispano-Islamic theme, with exotic decor and tasty North African–inspired…
Assisi
On a small cobbled piazza by the Chiesa Nuova, this attractive hideaway offers nine spacious rooms and a communal terrace with wonderful rooftop views…
Cagliari
Escape the hurly-burly of the centre at this cosy B&B in the hilltop Castello district. Its simple white rooms are comfortable enough, with parquet floors…
Sevilla Province
Conveniently located on the main strip through Osuna's historic centre, this spic-n-span hostal offers comfortable, uncluttered rooms decorated in…
Northeastern Aegean Islands
Under the same management as To Arhontiko cafe, this merry colony of brightly coloured and individually designed studios and apartments nestles on the…
Ávila
With warm tones throughout, well-kept rooms and a location close to everything in Ávila, Hostal San Juan is pleasant, friendly and very good value. The…
Castilla y León
Opt for one of the supremely comfortable rooms that face pretty Plaza de España – at weekends, however, you may want to forsake the view for a quieter…
Theofilos Studios & Apartments
Corfu
A block back from Kassiopi's northern beach, but still with memorable sea views, this is a super-friendly place to stay, with fairly plain but comfortable…
Turquoise Coast
Set in a pretty garden full of birdsong, with lots of shady seating areas and a spring-fed pool, Mountain Lodge is a peaceful gem. The cabin-style rooms…
Dodecanese
Radiating off a beachfront courtyard, these seven stunning whitewashed studios vary in size, but all have a stylish grey-and-white decor, kitchenettes and…
Positano
Hidden behind a barrage of perfumed foliage, lofty Villa Nettuno is not short on charm. Go for one of the original rooms in the 300-year-old part of the…
Stresa
Adjoining a cafe, the old-fashioned Elena is a no-frills family-run classic that you can rely on for the basics: comfortable rooms, simple furnishings and…
El Hierro
Simple pine furnishings and cream-coloured walls fill these comfortable spic-and-span two-bedroom apartments that are ideal for families. Open-plan…
Stresa
A classic small-town Italian hotel where you’ll be greeted like a prodigal family member, given the best local tips and made to feel like it’s your own…
Alghero
This welcoming, low-key three-star place is one of the few hotels in Alghero’s historic centre. Housed in a former monastery – the monks still live on the…
The Dolomites
This elegant hotel in the heart of Ortisei dates from 1913 (during WWI Italian troops were bivouacked here). Come for graceful service, and lovely village…
Pelion Peninsula
A few metres from the seafront, up a peaceful side street at the northern end of Milina, this simple hotel offers brightly furnished double rooms as well…
Zakynthos
Set among the olive trees a short way inland from the island's southeastern corner, these impressive apartments, maisonettes and entire villas have…
Valencia Province
One of Gandia’s oldest seaside hotels, but with modern rooms that are unexpectedly good. All rooms have balconies with at least a partial sea view; the…
Bosa
A so-called albergo diffuso, Corte Fiorita has beautiful, spacious rooms in three palazzi across town, including its main building on the riverfront. No…
Montalcino
There's a real old-world feel at this family-run place, something enhanced by the traditional Tuscan fireplace in the lounge and the brass bedsteads and…
Black Sea Coast
Completely renovated, this large, very central place now has sparkling if unfussy rooms and bathrooms with floors so polished you'll need to be careful…
Sultanahmet
Guests here enjoy relaxing on the roof terrace with its Sea of Marmara glimpses, but also take advantage of the comfortable lounge and courtyard…
Valletta Suites – Maison La Vallette
Valletta
Beautifully designed Valletta Suites have a few options around the city in boutique one-bedroom apartments with plenty of style, antiques and all mod cons…
Bursa
Beginning in the lobby, where cleansed-looking couples pad around in towelling robes, Marigold is all about relaxation with a spa featuring an 85-sq-metre…
Portofino
This low-key hotel has simple, luxurious rooms, but its real appeal is the location. Right on the perfect crescent of Paraggi beach, there's a sense of…
Promontorio del Gargano
Run by an enthusiastic brother and sister team, this former 16th-century palazzo has elaborately frescoed ceilings, sumptuous floor tiles, exquisite…
Athens
Decor can be an odd mix of antique and late-'90s-chain-hotel, but nonetheless this 78-room place is comfortable, clean and central. Its best feature…
Sevilla Province
If you decide to sleep over in El Pedroso, this welcoming, family-run hotel ticks all the boxes. Its summery white rooms are clean and simply attired, and…
Ios
Down a lane behind the yacht marina at the port, Katerina runs this delightful guesthouse with warmth and efficiency, and at bargain prices (outside the…
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