This casual boutique hotel near the Grands Boulevards is the sort of dynamic, imaginative hotel where you feel at ease as soon as you walk inside. It has a design by rising talent Dorothée Meilichzon, friendly staff and a restaurant that has quickly become a Parisian rendezvous. See the full post >

This Left Bank legend in Paris’s Saint-Germain art and literature heartland has been revitalised, bringing in more light and fluidity, while keeping the charm of its grand aura from when it first opened in 1926 and opened the ground floor into a convivial eating and drinking haunt. See the full post >

Jutting out into the Atlantic on the coast of north Cornwall’s Pentire Head, this is a sophisticated yet relaxed hotel with glorious views of Fistral Beach. Its child-free policy will attract couples seeking peace and quiet, while its relaxing spa adds to its year-round appeal. See the full post >

A leading light among Greece’s historic hotels, this centuries-old mansion pampers the visitor with an outstanding spa and offers superb views over “Greece’s Gibraltar”, the majestic rock of Monemvasia in south-eastern Peloponnese. See the full post >

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Paris’s legendary Ritz has emerged from four years of restoration as if nothing has ever changed. It’s a trip back to times-past for a faithful clientelem for whom Paris – long live the Revolution – still sits in royal glory, crowning it over historic Place Vendôme. See the full post >

Minimalist, hip and very, very central, this funky apart-hotel calls itself ‘budget luxury’ and for once the marketing catchline is spot on, for luxury here means lots of space and very welcome it is, indeed. See the full post >

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This Victorian seafront hotel is experiencing a renaissance following a change of management and a tasteful refurbishment. It is conveniently located opposite a hovercraft port from where guests can get to Portsmouth in 10 minutes. See the full post >

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