Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe

  • Tio Pepe

    Castellón Province

    Offering noteworthy value outside of high summer, half a block from the beach, this upbeat place has faultless rooms at the right price. The downstairs…

  • Buǧday Hotel

    Ankara

    Just one block away from Ulus metro station, the Buǧday has spacious, well-kept rooms decked out in white and red with good amenities (kettles, satellite…

  • B&B Umberto 33

    Central Sicily

    Run by superfriendly Giovanni, this modest B&B is a real home away from home. It has few frills, but the three guest rooms are clean as a pin, there's a…

  • Hotel Rural Princesa Kristina

    Castilla y León

    Tucked away up a quiet side street that doesn't see much foot traffic, but right in the heart of the village, the Princesa Kristina has appealing rooms…

  • El Descanso de Wendy

    Castilla y León

    At the western reaches of the old city but within easy walking distance of all the sights, El Descanso de Wendy has eclectic decor that ranges from the…

  • Alghero Republic B&B

    Alghero

    A homey set-up with three mid-sized rooms, bright and breezy decor and a small kitchen for guests' use – help yourself to whatever is in the fridge and…

  • Hotel Domomea

    Alghero

    Four-star comfort, including a sun terrace and small rooftop pool, await at this welcoming new town hotel. A 10-minute walk from the centro storico, it…

  • La Selini

    Paros

    La Selini shines under the care of its North American owner, Lou Ann. A short walk from Livadia Beach, the cheerful complex offers bright, comfy rooms and…

  • Hotel San Francisco

    Ronda

    This is possibly the best budget option in Ronda, offering a warm welcome. Once a humble hostal (family-run budget hotel), it has been refurbished and…

  • Lefke Gardens

    Cyprus

    This little hotel should be your first port of call if you’re looking for a room for the night in the northwest. Housed in a traditional Ottoman-style…

  • Kea Village

    Cyclades

    Gorgeously situated at the highest point of Ioulida, this complex with sweeping views offers a variety of suites and villas that sleep you and up to nine…

  • Maison Colombot

    Aosta

    This sweetly old-fashioned place has six rooms with rustic furniture, wood floors and ceilings, and vintage prints on the walls (plus electric kettles…

  • Ilias Studios

    Alonnisos

    Just 200m inland from the port, owners Ilias and Magdalini provide a warm welcome at this quiet, spruce blue-and-white building down a flower-fringed path…

  • Corte O

    Kythira

    Three beautiful two-bedroom apartments set in a late-18th-century house just steps from the kastro. All have modern, minimal decor and full kitchens,…

  • Camping Argostoli

    Argostoli

    This pleasant, peaceful and hugely welcoming family-run campsite, 2km beyond Argostoli near the lighthouse at the northernmost point of the peninsula, can…

  • Sea Horse Hotel

    Lesvos

    In the heart of the port area, you'll find these modern and comfortable rooms, all with balconies overlooking the harbour, along with the family’s…

  • Akrogiali Exclusive Hotel

    Macedonia

    This sleek, technologically forward, adults-only hotel in a backstreet gives easy access to Polyhrono's seaside strip together with the peace of a quieter…

  • Pension Rena

    Paros

    The quiet, well-kept rooms here at Rena's are a good budget option and excellent value, just inland from the Ancient Cemetery. Spot the Rooms Rena sign…

  • Camping Sass Dlacia

    The Dolomites

    Backed by a spectacular mountain ridge at 1680m, this campground just southeast of San Cassiano proudly advertises itself as the Dolomites' highest…

  • Xenia Hotel

    Hania Province

    Well positioned overlooking the water, this hotel has been around since the early 1960s but has seen a number of upgrades, with another renovation…

  • Hotel JC Rooms Puerta del Sol

    Madrid

    Colourful rooms adorned with large photos of Madrid's attractions are reason enough to stay here, with the central location and outrageously reasonable…

  • Dolphin Boutique Hotel

    Datça & Bozburun Peninsulas

    On the slim promenade 900m south of the marina, this well-run place is owned by a welcoming local family. There's a selection of spacious rooms with…

  • Garni Domus Mea

    Merano (Meran)

    Owner Massimo's warm-hearted welcome makes all the difference at this old family flat converted into a low-key B&B. The Terme Merano are a stone's throw…

  • Rooms Mike

    Paros

    A popular and friendly place, Mike's has a great location within view of the ferry quay. Your only option here are recently renovated, self-contained, two…

  • Socrates Organic Village – Wild Olive

    Central Greece

    A great alternative to staying in Messolongi itself, this attractive little complex is set in an olive grove 5km directly inland. It consists of five well…

  • Samaina Hotel

    Samos

    In a radical departure from the standard white-and-blue colour scheme, this hotel opts for a palette of autumn foliage both inside and out. Rooms feature…

  • Parador de Alcalá de Henares

    Spain

    Unlike its wonderfully historic restaurant across the road, this luxury hotel is one of the newest paradors (luxurious state-owned hotels) in Spain and…

  • Vardar Pension

    Selçuk

    In the heart of town, a short walk from the train station and otogar, the Vardar is a super-dependable pension run by a very hospitable family. Rooms are…

  • Hotel Veltsi

    Macedonia

    A boutique hotel 6km west of Florina, Veltsi has woodland views, well-furnished rooms, a pool and a playground. It is perfectly positioned for winter…

  • La Ceramica

    Castilla y León

    Deep in the historic quarter, the rooms here are intimate and comfortable, with a strong dose of rustic charm. The attic room 22 is lovely, and the CR2…

  • Porto Sikinos Hotel

    Cyclades

    The sweet rooms here are traditional tile-and-marble affairs with pastel-coloured accents and balconies. This central, whitewashed complex is the closest…

  • La Vera de Yuste

    Extremadura

    This beauty is set in two typical 18th-century village houses near Cuacos de Yuste's Plaza Mayor. The wood-beamed rooms have chunky rustic furniture and…

  • Dellas Boutique Hotel

    Meteora & Thessaly

    This smart hotel is poised beside the road that connects Kastraki and Kalambaka, within easy walking distance of both. Ideal for drivers, it has friendly…

  • Archontiko Hotel

    Peloponnese

    With two rows of rooms sharing wooden balconies with a peaceful outlook over the village to the hills beyond, this dark and atmospheric historic building…

  • Gara Hotel Rural

    Garachico

    This charming and centrally located hotel has rooms set around a courtyard; they vary in size but are well equipped with kettles, fridges and large walk…

  • Kaliviani

    Hania Province

    This welcoming stone-built guesthouse has comfortable, tastefully furnished rooms, with fridge and balcony, that sleep two to four. There's also an…

  • Hotel Bagni Vecchi

    Lake Como & Around

    For the full spa experience, stay on-site at this beautiful historic hotel. Rooms are gently old-fashioned but refreshingly rustic, too. Room rates…

  • La Farine Hotel

    Fethiye

    By the marina, this stylish hotel has 15 rooms (eight with bay views, which are worth the extra as some others with 'mountain view' actually face a wall),…

  • La Posada de Almagro

    Castilla-La Mancha

    A short hop from the Plaza Mayor, this fine inn has simple, tidy rooms with wrought-iron bedheads, thoughtfully decorated walls and tiled bathrooms. Bring…

  • Cronos

    Epiros

    This big blocky 55-room hotel in central Arta is perfectly functional and modern, if not bursting with character. Balconies give you a bird's-eye view…

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