Heidelberg Region
A hotel has stood on this spot next to the Kaiserdom since the Middle Ages, hosting emperors, kings and councillors over the centuries. The current…
Must-see hotels in Europe
London
What was until recently the Midland Bank designed by Sir Edwin `Ned' Lutyens in 1924 has metamorphosed into a splendid butterfly with 250 rooms over nine…
Le Havre
This terrific and very stylish four-star establishment is all nautical downstairs and has cheerfully painted rooms upstairs arranged with sisal flooring…
The Ardennes
Charming English-speaking owners have transformed this 1869 linen-merchant’s house into a stylishly comfortable retreat featuring quality box-spring…
The Finnish Lakeland
The dress-circle views of Olavinlinna Castle are one of many good reasons to stay at this boutique hotel on the lakeshore. There are five rooms sleeping…
County Meath
On an organic farm stretching 1.5km along the banks of the River Boyne, shaded by oak, ash and chestnut trees, Rock Farm has stunning yurts and huts with…
Lake Garda
Not the sort of place you want to rock up to with a backpack and no reservation, this enchanting 16th-century locanda (inn) feels just like a luxurious…
Stockholm
The closest hostel to Centralstationen has clean rooms, friendly staff, free bike hire and excellent facilities, including sauna, laundry and kitchen …
West Cornwall
Run by the owners of the Gurnard's Head, this coastal beauty on the edge of Mousehole ranks as one of Cornwall's top coastal hotels. Rooms are classic –…
Whitby
Feeling more like minisuites than ordinary hotel accommodation, the four bedrooms at the Marine are quirky, stylish and comfortable; it's the sort of…
Lapland
At the Luosto slope, this is one of Lapland’s most original and stylish hotels and a great winter hideaway. All rooms have their own sauna and many have…
The Trossachs
Soothingly situated on a lake (yes, it's the only non-loch in Scotland) 3 miles east of Aberfoyle, this genteel retreat makes a great romantic getaway…
Tarifa
A seductively converted 17th-century townhouse, the Riad opens through a polished-concrete lobby adorned by an ornamental fountain/pool, fresh lilies and…
Ceredigion
A real gem, the 'Wales Hotel' is a charismatic boutique property right on the waterfront with a strong sense of Welsh identity. Local slate features…
The Western Fjords
We're willing to stick our necks out and say this might just be one of the most spectacularly located campsites anywhere in Norway. It's in a gloriously…
Skopje
Accessed through an alley just off the main square, this is a stylish, beautifully designed place, with modern and elegantly decorated rooms, and an…
Lappland
This large, attractive mountain lodge nestles at the foot of Mt Kebnekaise, a 19km walk west from Nikkaluokta. A popular entry point to the Kungsleden, it…
The Black Forest
This boutique stunner on Engelgasse wings you to story-book heaven. Its 16th-century exterior conceals a pure, contemporary aesthetic, where clean lines,…
Rifugio Ristorante Peziè de Parù
Veneto Dolomites
This idyllic Alpine hut sits in a meadow encircled by a crown of high peaks. In summer, guests lounge on the lawn with the cow, then retire to the terrace…
Vejer de la Frontera
This 2019-opened boutique beauty is a luxe, six-room conversion of an 1896 merchant's house built atop a 13th-century home. The soothing entrance patio,…
Central Norway
An intriguing meeting of mountain heritage old and new. This alpine hotel has two buildings: the original Swiss chalet dating from 1888 and the strikingly…
The Western Fjords
Set in the middle of an apple orchard and circled by raspberry canes and blueberry bushes, this special hostel has rooms in two rustic wooden buildings,…
Milan
Set in a beautifully restored neo-Gothic palazzo with high, vaulted halls and steel-grey marble fireplaces, this is finally a design hostel worthy of…
Marquês de Pombal & Around
Casa Amora has 11 beautifully designed guest rooms and studio apartments, with eye-catching art and iPod docks. There's a lovely garden patio where the…
Turquoise Coast
This delightful rural pension accommodates Lycian Way hikers on the stretch from Kaş, (18km or five hours from Boğazcık) to Kaleköy via Aperlae and Üçağız…
The West End
Built in 1718 and comprising four original Georgian houses, this Soho gem was the one-time home of essayist William Hazlitt (1778–1830). The 30 guest…
The Finnish Lakeland
Beautifully set by the river in Oravi, the eastern access point for Linnansaari National Park, this excellent facility offers comfortable accommodation…
Zealand
Inspiring septuagenarian host Annie offers three rooms in her art-packed 18th-century farmhouse with a barn section that sometimes plays gallery. The two…
Caen
This grand and adorable four-room B&B, overflowing with personality, charm and history (it dates to the 17th century), occupies three floors of an…
La Rochelle
At home in an old rope factory, stylish La Fabrique is a nod to its industrial heritage and contemporary design. Fifty-eight rooms are arranged in a quad,…
Oltrarno
Original frescoes and Toile de Jouy wall fabrics, decorative fireplaces and a wonderful collection of vintage curios create an enriching sense of home at…
Eastern Tuscany
In a borgo (medieval hamlet) once home to Camaldoli monks, this gorgeous country hotel is the Casentino's finest accommodation option. A 5km drive from…
Syracuse
Book well in advance for one of the sea-view rooms at this stylish, eclectic hotel on the Ortygia waterfront, at the edge of the Giudecca neighbourhood…
Staré Město
From the complimentary glass of wine when you arrive to the comfy king-size beds, the Dominican certainly knows how to make you feel pampered. Housed in…
Picos de Europa
In a pretty hillside hamlet 9km south of Potes stands this old farmstead converted into eight exquisitely comfy, well-equipped and characterful apartments…
The Trossachs
Callander's best hotel is centrally located but feels rural, set by the river in beautiful grounds. Endearing features include a lounge with blazing fire…
Berlin
The Berlin edition of the eponymous members' club and celeb-fave doubles as a hotel open to all. The vintage-eclectic rooms vary dramatically in size,…
Var
Excellent value for such a centrally located, welcoming and comfortable hotel, this charming salmon-pink hostelry justifies its name with sensational…
Pafos
A fabulous Kato Pafos hotel with luxurious rooms, some with private pools (oh, the decadence). The large hotel pool snakes through the site and the deck…
Groningen
With the slogan 'Everybody should like everybody' printed on its facade, the Student Hotel could not provide a warmer or more playful welcome. Bananas…
