The Hotel Gollner, which has been run by the same family for 50 years, offers a genuinely warm welcome with a real hands-on feel. Stylish, unfussy and with attention to detail, it ticks all the boxes. Just outside the city’s historic centre, it is only a short walk from all the sights. See the full […]
If you’re looking for beyond-the-brochure Vietnam, this countryside idyll ringed by rice paddies and lotus ponds amid the rolling mountains of Ninh Binh, a two-hour drive south of Hanoi, is just the ticket. See the full post >
Dazzling with design in the middle of Funchal, with views over the bay from its rooftop pool, Hotel The Vine was inspired by the island’s wine-making industry. Interiors, courtesy of local designer Nini Andrade Silva, mix volcanic rock with rich purple fabrics and furniture designed to resemble twisted vines. See the full post >
If one hotel reflects Graz’s contemporary mood, it is this Günther Domenig-designed, steel-and-glass block that contrasts with the city’s architectural past. Dramatic modern paintings brighten white walls; sculptures stand in the courtyard. The classy Magnolia is its design-conscious restaurant. See the full post >
An impressive complex around a medieval manor and barn, with links to the Knights Templar, set in parkland by the Thames. Smart rooms, crisp décor, good facilities, delightful staff and an exceptional chef make this a comfortable base for exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds or a relaxing weekend. See the full post >
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The Secret Kandy looks a little like a château and offers great views over the hills surrounding Kandy. The 150-year-old residence is a short walk from town and exudes plenty of boutique heritage flair. Privacy is assured, with only five very large and spotless rooms clustered around a small pool. See the full post >
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Four generations of the Weitzer family have run this century-old hotel. Across the River Mur from the Old Town, it is handy for the city’s new ‘creative quarter’, home to the modern art gallery. Some 204 rooms verge on the minimalist. See the full post >