The Tivoli Lisboa, located on Lisbon’s main thoroughfare, has long been one of the capital’s landmarks. It was built in 1933, and completely re-designed by acclaimed architect Pardal Monteiro in the 1950s. Today it offers 306 rooms and one of the city’s best rooftop bars, the Sky Bar. See the full post >

This hidden treasure set in a gloriously unspoilt village is a modern day version of a country tavern – it’s at once a genuine pub that brews its own very smooth ales; a lovely restaurant with real local flavour; and a charming hotel with rural-chic bedrooms. See the full post >

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Close to La Jolla’s pristine shores, beneath stalk-skinny palm trees, sits the Grande Colonial, a classic, European-style hotel dating back to 1913. The original wood-framed colonial apartments and hotel have been modernised into this luxurious 93-room property, which still manages to remain faithful to its past. See the full post >

Le Roch is an elegant boutique hotel that cleverly combines history, good taste and a sense of contemporary style, with a relaxing approach. It has a creative restaurant, secret terrace, sophisticated spa and pool and a brilliant central location near the Louvre and Opéra. See the full post >

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The JoBo, named after Empress Josephine Bonaparte, is a welcome addition to the Marais, with its cheerfully over-the-top décor in the intimate remains of a historic monastery. The central location is ideal for walking around Paris, whether you’re after culture or exploring boutiques. See the full post >

Fire, stars and comfy beds are the bywords at this country house escape in rural East Cheshire. The triumvirate reflects the tastes of owner Rachael Hill for wood burners, stargazing and immaculate interiors. This former tenant farmhouse now anchors four boutique barns, each with unique features. See the full post >

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