Must-see hotels in Mediterranean Europe

  • La Locanda

    Chianti

    Overlooking the medieval village of Volpaia, this country hotel offers seven charming rooms in the converted 16th-century farmhouse, as well as a lounge…

  • Mykonos Bay Hotel

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Sitting right on the Megali Ammos Beach, 10 minutes' walk south of Mykonos Town, this appealing, whitewashed hotel curves around a saltwater pool, with…

  • Aretousa Studios & Rooms

    Hania Province

    This lovely pension on the road to Hania, 200m from the sea, has bright and comfortably furnished studios with tile floors and balconies. There's a…

  • Hotel Gabbiano

    Puglia

    An established icon on San Nicola and run for decades by the same Neapolitan family, this smart hotel has pastel-coloured rooms with balconies overlooking…

  • B&B Michelangeli

    Orvieto

    This guesthouse, run by the welcoming Francesca, offers two spacious apartments with bright, nicely kept rooms and useful kitchen facilities. You'll find…

  • Ericusa

    Aeolian Islands

    Alicudi's lone hotel, just south of the port, opens only from June through September, when its 12 rooms fill up quickly. There's a pleasant terrace…

  • Albergo Butik Otel

    Safranbolu

    The 12 smart, minimalist rooms in this renovated traditional wood-and-stone house, right beside the forest, are your best bet if you want to explore…

  • Hotel Preciados

    Madrid

    With a classier feel than many of the other business options around town, the Preciados gets rave reviews for its service. Soft lighting, light shades and…

  • Hippocampus Hotel

    Santorini

    Just steps from Kamari’s beachfront, this friendly place has a sparkling collection of rooms and studios, with added extras like hand-painted wall murals…

  • Altana Hotel

    Tinos

    Located about a 10-minute walk northwest of the town centre, en route to Kionia Beach, this agreeable hotel has a modernist Cycladic style, with snow…

  • Lela's Studios

    Lesvos

    Two handsome studios are set in a courtyard of roses and geraniums. Each comes with a fully outfitted kitchen and sunset sea views from a relaxing stone…

  • Hostal Nadal

    Sóller

    It may be simple but it's clean and well-kept and about as cheap as it gets on the island. Rooms are no-frills basic but spotless. It has a spacious…

  • Hotel Grenadine Lodge

    Dalyan

    Set in beautiful gardens, this tranquil Swiss-owned hotel is 2km south of central Dalyan. Rooms are simply furnished and set around a large and lovely…

  • Agriturismo Sinis

    Western Sardinia

    This working farm offers 12 guest rooms (including six constructed in 2017) and serves wonderful earthy food. Rooms are frill-free but clean and airy, and…

  • Arus Hotel

    Eskişehir

    Within easy walking distance from both the train station and Espark tram stop, as well as bars, cafes and restaurants, the central Arus offers small,…

  • Pension Alkionides

    Hydra Town

    Hidden in a central, peaceful cul-de-sac, rooms here are smart (though some are quite small) and have tea- and coffee-making facilities. There's a pretty…

  • Sahara Beach Club

    Maspalomas

    This low-rise complex overlooks the dunes and has a tranquil, homey atmosphere, basic bungalows, lovely gardens and swimming pool. The minimum stay is…

  • Calypso Hotel & Taverna

    Hania Province

    Beachfront and well established, Calypso offers tidy rooms with fridges, and ocean views from the balconies. Its spacious taverna-bar serves excellent…

  • Studios Diana

    Kos

    A fabulous budget option, with clean and basic studios, all opening onto the sea, with private balconies and very tiny kitchens. Turning on the air-con…

  • Olive Tree Hotel

    Lefkada

    Brushed in the colours of olive oil, this modest hotel just above the village centre is managed by friendly Greek-Canadians. Each room has its own terrace…

  • Datca Beyazev Hotel

    Datça & Bozburun Peninsulas

    Spotless modern rooms, fine value and a peaceful location are the main draw at this small new hotel, around 1km north of the centre of town. English is…

  • Hotel Atheras

    Ikaria

    The friendly, modern Atheras has an almost Cycladic feel due to its bright-white decor contrasting with the blue Aegean beyond. There’s an outdoor bar by…

  • Maison Matilda

    Treviso

    This darkly beautiful townhouse is the perfect display of contemporary Italian design, from its Carrara marble bathrooms and art deco bedrooms to its…

  • Christos Place

    Hania Province

    These six lovely small cottages in an olive grove above Anydri sleep three to five and have kitchenette, underfloor heating, private terrace and satellite…

  • Casa Boffa

    Langhe, Roero & Monferrato

    In a lovely house in the centre of the village, Boffa offers four modern rooms and one suite above a stunning terrace with limitless Langhe valley views…

  • Aeolos Apartments

    Hania Province

    Signposted up the hill from Kolymbari town, this dated but well-maintained complex has big balconies with sea views. Breezy studios and two-room…

  • Georgia Mellou Rooms

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    Simple old-fashioned rooms are tucked into the heart of the old town, next to the cathedral, high above the harbour. The charming owner keeps everything…

  • La Casa di Penelope e Cirene

    Basilicata

    This delightful B&B, the 'House of Penelope and Cirene', offers just two handsomely furnished rooms in the heart of Pietrapertosa. There's a sitting room,…

  • L'Orto delle Rose

    Alba

    High ceilings and beautiful original bones make this one-room family-run B&B a real find. Bonus points come from the fact that it puts you in the historic…

  • Nereids

    Hydra Town

    This carefully restored stone house contains lovely rooms of exceptional value and quality. Spacious, peaceful and with elegant decor, they have open…

  • Odyssey Hotel

    Kefallonia

    Plush resort hotel just around the corner north of the harbour, with very comfortable balcony suites looking across to Ithaki, as well as a spa, gym,…

  • Pensión Régil

    San Sebastián

    You'll hardly find a better deal in San Sebastián in high season. Guest rooms are small but tidy, and they all have private bathrooms. The location puts…

  • Glaro Garden

    Cyprus

    The small, tidy brick bungalows here are set around a lush lawn speckled with squat palm trees. Inside, the bungalows are rather plain but all are well…

  • Youth Hostel Merano

    Merano (Meran)

    A five-minute stroll from both Merano's train station and the riverside promenade, this hostel is bright and modern, with a sunny terrace and other…

  • Carbonaki Hotel

    Hora (Mykonos)

    This family-run boutique hotel is a pleasant garden oasis with bright but comfortable rooms (of various price categories). Some open directly onto the…

  • Pelican Hotel

    Fira

    There’s no caldera view, but you’re just metres from the heart of the action in this long-standing, good-value hotel with a homey feel. The handy…

  • Hotel Ad Gallias

    Valle d'Aosta

    Occupying a couple of village houses at the entrance to Bard village, this stylish hotel has views of the fort and a fabulous wellness area built around a…

  • Alkyoni Inn

    Saronic Gulf Islands

    This lovely, elegant pension offers some sea-facing rooms with fabulous, unobstructed views. Two-storey family maisonettes sleep up to four. Its taverna…

  • Windmill Kimolos

    Cyclades

    The most atmospheric abode in Kimolos, this converted windmill looks down on the island from its lofty hilltop position. The whitewashed rooms are cosy…

  • Karavomilos Beach Camping

    Kefallonia

    Large family-oriented campground just 800m west of central Sami, with well-shaded sites stretching back from a decent pebble beach. Good facilities…

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