An inn in the very best sense of the word, this 600-year-old boutique gastropub with rooms features comfy, well-appointed bedrooms, friendly service and excellent, hearty pub food. See the full post >

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Set in a pretty and thriving Hertfordshire village (that’s Welwyn, not Welwyn Garden City) this 17th-century coaching inn is essentially a village pub with cosy rooms and good quality food served in its downstairs bar and restaurant – the latest venture of two popular local restaurateurs. See the full post >

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This boutique hotel just minutes from Victoria station is a bit of a find — especially if you love Harry Potter. The hotel’s themed Wizard Chambers will delight fans young and not so young, but there’s plenty for muggles too, with stylish, quirky décor, helpful staff and good breakfasts. See the full post >

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A big, modern five-star seaside hotel with a wide beach and stunning sunsets, just a 20-min bus ride from Dubrovnik’s fortified Old Town. All 292 rooms have balconies and sea views, and there’s a wellness centre, indoor and outdoor pools, watersports, a kids’ club and spaces for conferences and events. See the full post >

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