The Lake District
If money's no object, this deluxe country house is the choice. The chic rooms and cottages are classically styled and feature luxury touches such as split…
Must-see hotels in Western Europe
Beara Peninsula
This lovely rural retreat is hidden away in the Caha Mountains beyond Glengarriff Woods Nature Reserve, 6km west of the village. There's only room for six…
Caen
The centrally located Hotel Bristol has well-maintained contemporary, rather neutrally toned rooms with comfortable beds and huge windows. It's the…
Luxembourg City
The Vauban's location is fabulously central – the city's markets set up on Place Guillaume II on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, and Christmas markets…
Dartmoor National Park
Two miles south of the Haytor Visitor Centre, this large, whitewashed moorland hotel is traditionally decorated, but it has a surprise up its sleeve – a…
Portree (Port Righ)
The Rosedale is a cosy, old-fashioned hotel delightfully situated down by the waterfront – you’ll be welcomed with a glass of whisky when you check-in…
Luxembourg
Rural hideaway Cocoon Hôtel Belair has 18 forest-facing standard rooms and river-facing superior rooms in the main building; both categories on the 3rd…
Antwerp
This large 1890s mansion has extraordinarily grand public spaces, with breakfast (free if you book directly) served in a fabulous art nouveau dining room…
The Luberon
You’re paying a hefty premium for the view at this attractive hotel in the middle of Roussillon – but, boy, what a view! Rooms overlook your choice of…
Highland Perthshire
Everything about this property screams comfort. It’s a gorgeous place overlooking the Tay, with individually designed rooms – one has a jacuzzi, while…
Shetland
This wonderful wooden mansion was built in 1896. The owners are involved in an ongoing renovation – a major project – to return it to former glories, and…
Setúbal
For the same price as more run-down budget options in the vicinity, you can sleep in this modern and clean 22-room hotel that dwarfs the others for value…
Peso da Régua
This 70-hectare winery brings together five rooms in an old stone manor and eight swanky rooms in an ultramodern slate building, decked out with chestnut…
Torquay
At this refined hideaway, in a wooded valley 3 miles north of Torquay, a gabled facade and plush public areas exude period elegance. Rooms vary – the…
St-Malo
Tucked at the back of the old city, the San Pedro has a cool, crisp, neutral-toned decor with subtle splashes of yellow paint, friendly service, great…
Côte d'Azur
Right in the middle of Fréjus' pretty old town, this pink-fronted place is no-frills, but it's good value considering Riviera prices. There are nine…
Belfast
Housed in a pair of beautifully restored Italianate warehouses (originally built for rival firms in the 1850s), the Malmaison is a luxurious haven of king…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
The Cadran is a bright and cheerful, midrange hotel a hop and a skip from market-busy rue Cler. Contemporary rooms sport bold colour schemes, plenty of…
Paris
For a hotel designed by Christian Lacroix and located a block from the Jardin des Tuileries, this globetrotter's pick is a reasonable deal. Granted, rooms…
Perpignan
About 500m east of the train station and a 10-minute stroll to the historical centre, this well-managed hotel shelters 17 small but comfortable rooms…
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
A quietly stylish B&B, with five rooms and a self-contained gîte, all decorated in colourful style. The lavender-blue La Béruguette and two-bedroom Sous…
Languedoc-Roussillon
Clad in shutters and slate, this renovated coaching inn is the best place to stay in Mende, with 38 modern-meets-traditional rooms, all with rustic tiles…
Dublin
Built for business travellers and out-of-towners taking in a gig at the 3 Arena next door, the Gibson is impressive: 250-odd ultramodern rooms decked out…
Anglesey & the North Coast
This grand old sandstone building, with its impressive entrance hall and wood-panelled corridors, was built by the Earl of Uxbridge in 1794, becoming a…
Skye
This lovely old house enjoys stunning views from the top of the village. It has been lovingly restored and beautifully decorated, and offers two equally…
Côte d'Azur
Far removed from St-Trop’s swagger, this sweet country hideaway sits at the end of a dusty lane near the village of Ramatuelle, 3.5km west of town. It has…
The Lake District
There's nary a whiff of pretension about this B&B, halfway between Windermere and Bowness – it just does its job with elegance and efficiency. The house…
Languedoc-Roussillon
Immerse yourself in everyday Cévennes life at this rural property with four rustic, cosy farmhouse rooms. You can borrow a donkey for a day’s trekking,…
Normandy
High above town near Cap Fagnet and with a lovely sense of detachment, this renovated 22-room farm has modern rooms and kitchenette-equipped apartments…
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
Some 2.5km northwest of Vallon Pont d'Arc, this delightfully rustic farmhouse offers three pleasantly set rooms with stone walls and views over the…
Nancy
Prettily set in gardens, this streamlined hotel has spacious, modern apartments with kitchenettes, and a 24-hour gym. Book online at least three weeks…
Plymouth
Turret-topped, dotted with balconies and lined with Gothic gables, the Duke of Cornwall is a striking sight. Rooms are massive, if a touch staid. For a…
Leith
From the welcoming glass of sherry to the cheerful goodbye wave, the owner of the Sandaig knows a thing or two about hospitality. Numerous details make…
Avignon
Heritage meets contemporary at this B&B, offering five spacious rooms in a building behind the Palais des Papes. It's stylish, and there are treats like…
Richmond, Kew & Hampton Court
This popular gastropub sees the rambling Wimbledon set decamping with mud-flecked canines in tow. The location is lovely and the three modern rooms-with…
Brighton & Hove
With North Laine on one side and Brighton Dome on the other, this hotel is perfectly placed for Brighton's cultural hotspots and shopping. Standard rooms…
Madeira
Right on the beach in Calheta, this superb, all-inclusive resort is the best spot on Madeira for a care-free family holiday. The beach is outside your…
Delft
Close to the university, this boutique B&B in a 1920s building is the most stylish and comfortable accommodation in Delft, offering 24 rooms with smart TV…
County Clare
Stylish Morrissey's is a coastal haven, a riverside pub with six elegant rooms featuring king-size beds and large soaking tubs. Its restaurant (6pm to 9pm…
Oxford
This grand old hotel stares you smack in the face as you set off walking from the train station towards Oxford city centre. And if you’re looking for a…
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