Northeastern Aegean Islands
Maria Markaki’s two self-catering apartments in Kamari village overlook the sea. Both are fully equipped studios with double beds. Book ahead in high…
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Milos
Rising high above the port, these five large self-catering studios are neat as a pin and decorated in an attractive traditional style, with sea-view…
Saronic Gulf Islands
Sleek rooms, some with seafront balconies, at this standard hotel sit above a ground-floor cafe-bar and patisserie. Breakfast is served in the downstairs…
Sifnos
This well-kept, family-run hotel is one of the best on the Platys Gialos strip. Small balconies overlook a leafy courtyard with the sea lapping just in…
Kefallonia
Welcoming hillside hotel just above the coastal road 10 minutes’ walk south of the village. Its large, comfortable rooms have expansive bay-view balconies.
Lefkada
Bright, scrupulously clean kitchenette apartments, perched on the hillside a few metres up from the harbour, with sea-view balconies draped in…
Cyclades
Just a few minutes' walk from labyrinthine Ioulida, this compact hotel offers a cluster of light, brightly painted rooms with hilly views from the…
Bodrum Town
This good-value 20-room hotel has a central location and simple but bright and clean rooms, though bathrooms are tiny. There is a sunny garden for…
Bergamo
This small outfit across from the train station can book affordable accommodation in small B&Bs. You can also hire bicycles and get tips on Bergamo here.
Saronic Gulf Islands
This space-age-looking hotel is best for its sea-facing modern rooms and proximity to local cafes and tavernas. The rooms are comfortable, if a little…
Salamanca
This place has friendly staff, large and prettily-decorated rooms, tasteful blue-and-white tiled bathrooms and a fine location. An excellent budget choice.
Hora (Mykonos)
This clutch of typical Cycladic rooms and studios sits a short but steep walk from the heart of Hora. Relax after your exertions in the peaceful garden.
A Coruña
Friendly, efficient Alborán offers 30 appealing, recently modernised rooms of varying sizes. They're well soundproofed with good, up-to-date bathrooms.
Pamukkale
Simple spotless rooms, a rooftop licensed restaurant and a location slap in the heart of the village make Mustafa Pamukkale's most popular budget digs.
Santorini
A decent budget option at the southern end of Kamari, close to the beach and with well-kept rooms. Outside the summer peak, room prices tumble (€35).
Albarracín
Set in a tower of the medieval walls, this prettily restored hotel has five beautifully decorated, if small, rooms, friendly service and a homey feel.
La Rioja
This carefully renovated townhouse, which has nine terracotta-coloured rooms with wooden roof beams and entirely modern bathrooms, is a terrific deal.
Samos
Run by a friendly family, these spotless apartments across from the beach get rave reviews from loyal returning guests. It's close to the ferry port.
Hania Province
In Kambos, Sunset has great views over the valley. Rooms are basic but pleasant enough. The attached taverna serves up good-value grills and salads.
Thasos
Some of the most handsome and spacious digs in this rustic area. There are five apartments, two with spa and all with fireplaces, open year-round.
Corfu
A family-run hotel at a glorious curve in the coast road. Each of its 16 simple rooms enjoys magnificent views, and there's a terraced restaurant.
Samos
A comfortable and friendly hotel with rooms set away from Kokkari's busy main road. Breakfasts are served on a terrace. The beach is seconds away.
Dodecanese
Set in flowering gardens, these 12 fresh blue-and-white studios have tiled floors and balconies with sea views. The ocean is less than 100m away.
Troödos Mountains
Situated 500m east of Central Troödos, this is the only licensed campsite in the region and has cooking facilities, showers, toilets and water.
Saronic Gulf Islands
Super-basic, clean rooms have refrigerators; there's is a well-equipped communal kitchen downstairs. Just to the right of Plateia Agiou Mama.
Venice
A comprehensive selection of apartments picked for their personality, character and view, of course. Rentals start at around €900 per week.
Palau
Beautifully located on the beach east of Palau and shaded by pine trees, this campground has an on-site pizzeria, playground and dive centre.
Sifnos
These welcoming, well-equipped studios with kitchenettes sit at a sparkling corner of Vathy Bay, with a grassy lawn right next to the shore.
La Rioja
This peaceful inn, run by nuns, is housed in a neat brick building. It's spotless and well-run, and a great value on the Camino de Santiago.
Piedmont
Mountain hut in the Maritime Alps at 1970m. The restaurant meals are good; note you'll have to pay a few extra euros for showers and sheets.
Castilla y León
This small, cosy hostal, opposite the Albergue de Peregrinos (Hostel for Pilgrims), has pleasant rustic rooms with beamed ceilings.
Macedonia
This pine-shaded, well-run camping option on the Plaka Litohorou strand has a restaurant, minimart, well-stocked bar and villas with wi-fi.
Andalucía
Seven cosy apartments just below Segura castle, with great views, a touch of bright art, cast-iron trimmings, fireplaces and minikitchens.
The Mani
A good option in Porto Kagio – simple, snug rooms with stone walls and sun terraces. The young owner is very helpful and speaks English.
Pelion Peninsula
This attractive and nicely shaded campground fronts a pretty swimming beach 18km southeast of Volos, on the eastern edge of Kato Gatzea.
Western Sicily
This agency manages a wide range of budget and midrange rental rooms and vacation homes in Marettimo, most sleeping two to four people.
Lake Garda
Sandwiched in among the lanes at the north end of the old town, this simple guesthouse offers modern clean rooms in a tall town house.
San Teodoro
About 800m from the town centre, this popular campground sits in a huge tree-filled plot right on the southern end of La Cinta beach.
Friuli Venezia Giulia
This well-maintained campground is set beside pretty fields; its comfortable bungalows look towards the basilica and old Roman port.
Santa Teresa di Gallura
This campground, 5km west of town on the road towards Castelsardo, has fab facilities, including a playground, pool and sports area.
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