The Veneto
Why not quit worrying about the challenges of prosecco tasting and driving, and instead bed down at this farmstay amid 14 hectares of vines in the heart…
Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe
Valencia
Cheerful, modern and social, this hostel offers plenty of activities and upbeat dorms, private rooms and shared spaces. Dorm prices vary substantially by…
Athens
Book ahead for a superbly renovated, spacious apartment or whole house. Prime locations around the centre offer excellent value for the amenities. In…
Hania Province
These lovely modern stone cottages are a comfy base camp for expeditions to Samaria Gorge, whose entrance is a mere 500m away. Decorated in rustic style,…
Rethymno Province
Right on Karavostasi beach, these spacious, well-kept studios with kitchenette are great value for money and perfect for escaping the frenzy of Bali while…
Bursa
The Safran occupies an elegant restored Ottoman house in the historic Tophane district, just through the citadel's main gate. Although the building…
Sitges
It’s hard to miss this bright-blue gay-friendly hotel. Courteous staff usher you towards thoroughly modern rooms done out in crisp whites and royal blues,…
Mallorca
A very pleasant family hotel planned around a central patio, where breakfast and (if desired) other meals are served, the Tramuntana is right in the heart…
Sassari
Occupying a renovated medieval palazzo (mansion), this friendly three-star provides corporate comfort at reasonable rates. Rooms are decent enough, if…
Macedonia
Spacious doubles and suites surround a refreshing pool at this family-friendly four-star hotel with breezy charm, just west of Pefkohori on Kassandra's…
Skopelos
Scenically placed above the southeast end of Loutraki port, this roomy lodging –uncluttered traditional-style rooms, wood-and-tile decor, lovely sea-view…
Friuli Venezia Giulia
This vintage hotel has been serving travellers since 1889 and enjoys a prime position on the main piazza. Rooms are large and pleasant with flowery bed…
Córdoba
The special advantage of this luxury franchise (formerly the Hesperia Córdoba) across the river, near the Puente Romano, is the brilliant view from some…
Castilla y León
One of the best camping grounds in the region, with the option of well-equipped bungalows, Los Galayos has a stunning position with mountain views on the…
Rapallo
Close to the beach and with its own spa facilities – a thermal bath and steam room – this beautifully refurbished place is super relaxing. The modern…
Hania Province
The fully kitted-out luxury two-storey Patriko villa in the heart of Kalyviani village sleeps 10 and has everything from iPod docking stations to…
Santander
Fresh off a recent renovation, this long-established town-centre pensión (small private hotel) offers spacious common areas and nine bright, homey high…
Marbella
Not the most 'Marbella' (ie flashy) of Marbella's hotels, the well-located San Cristóbal dates back to the 1960s. However, regular revamps have kept the…
Trani
This simple, old-fashioned B&B inhabits the 14th-century Palazzo Morola in the old Jewish quarter, and is run by a lovely elderly couple. It's basic, but…
Albarracín
A beautiful place with prettily decorated rooms including exposed wood and tiled floors, and charming service to go with it, the Casa stands in the heart…
Monterosso
This aptly named hotel is right on Monterosso’s spiaggia (beach) and its 20 largish rooms are popular – book early (up to six months in advance). If you…
Gibraltar
This super-central, four-star establishment has chicly updated, smartly contemporary rooms styled in warm blues, yellows and greys, some with capsule…
Cuenca
In a central location in the new town, the individually designed rooms at this well-maintained place offer stylish decoration, modern bathrooms, balconies…
Rethymno Province
Right on Triopetra’s long beach, this friendly pension has clean, basic rooms with marble floors and balconies. The mattresses are on the thin side,…
Galicia
Ourense's best hotels are provided by upscale Spanish chains and the NH has the choicest combination of style, location, comfort and service. Decor is…
The Mani
In an idyllic setting at the far southern end of the harbour, Kyrimai is a luxurious historic building with stone floors and timber beams. Rooms come in…
Selçuk
Beneath Ayasuluk Fortress, the Turkish/French-run Nazar stands out for its excellent service. Nothing is too much trouble for host İlker and meals on the…
Black Sea Coast
The best appointed pansiyon on Cide's beach strip is nothing particularly special but walk-in rates are good value (around ₺120) and it's very close to…
Turquoise Coast
The Flower has bright, simply decorated rooms with balconies overlooking the lovely garden, two self-catering studios and two apartments with well…
Porto Cervo
In typical Costa style, this hotel has rooms in low-lying ochre buildings interwoven with perfect lawns, palms and bougainvillea. Uniformed staff provide…
Small Cyclades
In Hora, but perched at the port end of town with king-of-the-castle sunset views ('iliovaselima' means sunset), rooms here are small, simple and spotless…
Ios
Providing a higher level of comfort to a younger crowd than surrounding beachside places, this smart little hotel offers simple whitewashed rooms…
Aínsa
This well-run place in the lower town offers tidy, medium-size, 'classic' rooms and a newer 'design zone', called Alojamientos Aínsa Sánchez (www…
Skiathos
Behind lime-green doors 3.5km southwest of Skiathos Town, this welcoming gem features comfortable, unfussy self-catering kitchenette rooms with balconies…
South Aegean
This refined collection of 12 individually decorated rooms, all named after a different type of gül (rose), occupies two sturdy wood and stone mansions…
Cremona
Cost-conscious musicians love this central, fairly luxurious hostel where cheerful, modern bedrooms and four-bed dorms are pristine and thoughtfully…
Mount Etna
In Nicolosi, just off the main route up to the cable-car station, this country-style hotel offers excellent value for money. Its rooms are tasteful,…
Flegra Beach Boutique Apartments
Macedonia
The opulent Flegra Beach in Pefkohori village has luxury apartments with nautical and modern trimmings, and a snazzy beach bar and restaurant. Towards the…
Aragón
This lovely larger hotel has plenty of style and period touches in its 34 airy rooms. The most expensive (top-floor) rooms are large with wonderful…
Cagliari
Sleep in style at this boutique B&B just off Piazza Yenne. Exposed stone, floaty fabrics and glass mosaics lend warmth to the minimalist-chic rooms, all…
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