The highlight of this small boutique hotel is its location, if your choice is to stay in Saint-Germain-des-Près yet near the D’orsay or the Louvre museums, as well as the Eiffel Tower, all of them just a short walk from the Verneuil. But attention: this hotel is housed in a 17th Century building that has kept some of its original characteristics, such as very small… Read more »
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One of our top picks in Paris, Hotel Marignan, especially if you want to stay in the elegant River Droite, near avenues Montaigne or the Champs Elysées, walking distance to Arc de Triomphe, Tuileries Gardens, Place de la Concorde and the Louvre museum. The Marignan is a boutique hotel with around 50 rooms, yet offering accommodation and services on par with larger hotels. We found… Read more »
O Hôtel de Nell tem toques de design, uma decoração cool e uma atmosfera discretamente elegante e intimista. Está bem localizado perto de teatros, e os cabarés de Folies Bergères estão a poucos passos. Uma curta caminhada levará você aos lindos jardins de Tuileries, ao museu do Louvre e à elegante praça Place Vendôme. No hotel há um bistrô de serviço completo, um bonito bar com teto… Read more »
Housed in a 17th Century mansion at a perfect location in St Germain des Prés, Relais Christine is a hidden gem in the heart of town. A recent renovation upgraded the facilities to offer a stylish quiet stay with a charming French flair. In a perfect location, amidst streets full of typical Parisian bistros, the property is close to attractions in town and is a… Read more »
A boutique hotel with very cool design and décor, right on Kantstrasse and just one block from quiet Bleibtreustrasse with its small shops, charming cafés and restaurants. We have also stayed at Sir Albert hotel in Amsterdam, owned by the same group, and quite enjoyed it as well. The staff at the Savigny is really friendly and attentive, which will likely make you feel most… Read more »
Zoo is an über cool and trendy hotel, with remarkable reception and lobby areas, is located at Kurfürstendamm, amidst the elegant establishments of western Berlin. A nearby subway station or a short taxi ride can easily take you to Brandenburg Gate and other city landmarks and attractions. We love that the hotel owners restored the private residence of an affluent family and creatively and elegantly… Read more »
A more traditional property in West Berlin, with many rooms yet a quiet atmosphere. Steinplatz is located by the small and peaceful Steinplatzright, by the Art University, and a short stroll to Ku’damm, the zoo, Tiergarten, as well as local transportation. It has good restaurants, bars and a pleasant large central courtyard perfect to be enjoyed when the weather is nice. The staff is very… Read more »
In Potsdamer Platz, conveniently located in the Mitte and a ten min walk to most of Berlin’s attractions and handy subway stations, yet still quite close to the vibrant Ku’damm region. Hotel Mandala is a designer hotel with contemporary décor, a cool atmosphere and efficient staff. There is the relaxing Ono Spa on the top floor and the modern Qiu bar and restaurant, where breakfast… Read more »
You probably cannot get any closer to the Duomo, 54 steps or a one-minute walk (yes, we counted it). The Straf is also near the Scala and Quadrilatero della Moda (between a three to six minute walk, counted as well!). Design, design, design. If you want a cool contemporary boutique hotel with an ultra-modern clean industrial design feel, this is probably a good choice. The… Read more »
Rosa Grand Milano is located in city center, this luxurious contemporary property is one block away from the Duomo and walking distance to most of the city’s attractions, including fashion Quadrilatero della Moda and the business area. We enjoyed our stay at this hotel, we had the same great experience at the the Splendid in Venice and the Inghilterra in Rome, all owned by the… Read more »
A quirky boutique hotel in Navigli, the Aethos is recommended for those who want to stay in this bohemian part of town. A short ten-minute drive will take you downtown, where most of the city’s attractions, commerce and financial centers are. The unusual décor includes travel trunks, old boxes, sports trophies in a super stylish atmosphere that seems somehow British and a little hipster as… Read more »
With the Duomo around the corner and very close to most of downtown´s attractions, walking distance to Brera, Quadrilatero and La Scala. Room Mate Giulia has a charming designer lobby, with a retro feel and unique décor, giving the property its own personality. The ambiance is pleasant with furnishings in pastel colors, luxurious sofas, modern carpets, posters and wooden details decoratively placed. Unlike most hotels,… Read more »
A top-notch boutique hotel a stone’s throw from the Duomo and the Scala, and 5 min walk to the chic shopping area that the Milanese call Quadrilatero della Moda. Sina The Gray is very stylish with dark floors, white walls, bright curtains, and vivid colors in furnishing like the sofa and an intriguing hanging chair in the lobby (we never saw someone actually sitting on… Read more »
The Il Duca is located on Piazza della Repubblica, midway between the city center, where you will find the Duomo and Milano Centrale. It is an ideal location for guests wanting the convenience of being near the station yet still close enough to the city’s attractions (a ten-minute taxi ride can take you either way). We liked the proximity to Indro Montanelli Gardens (used to… Read more »
In the coolest area of town, Tortona, the Magna Pars has been recently renovated to offer guests greater comfort. Creativity, innovation and design define the building’s architecture, which harmoniously matches the neighborhood´s. A modern large rectangular glass exterior houses a trendy setting with ethnical details over a white backdrop, design sofas and chairs arranged along antique wooden pharmacy furniture. A lovely inner garden brings life… Read more »
A very attentive staff welcomes you to the small chic black and white lobby of this design hotel. The hotel’s name pays homage to the a nobleman and Albanian greatest national hero who bought the palace in the 15th century. Palazzo Scanderbeg has a modern living room by reception and a quaint breakfast room, providing for a comfortable and stylish stay in town. It is… Read more »
You simply cannot get any closer to the old part of town, Colosseum included. The impression you have is that if you open your bedroom windows and stretch out your arms you will touch the Forum. The Nerva is quintessentially boutique: everything in this charming 19-room property is small, cozy and welcoming. Yet, the Nerva is not small when it comes to attention to detail… Read more »
The Naiadi is a grand hotel with all the structure you can expect. A sumptuous classical lobby, with high ceilings and chandeliers, large Reception and Concierge desks, often helping the many guests. There is an upscale restaurant (the popular Eataly is next door also) and two others, a swimming pool upstairs (a lovely rare find in Rome) and a delightful bar under the beautiful arcade… Read more »
A magnificent property set in an aristocratic mansion that was home to a prominent family in days past, and has been gloriously converted into a luxurious boutique hotel. We particularly loved the Palazzo Dama´s swimming pool, which you can seldom find in historical Rome, and is just perfect for a tranquil respite during the day and in between attractions or an early swim just before… Read more »
The hotel Margutta 19 is located only blocks away from busy shopping streets like Corso or Condotti, busy piazzas Spagna and del Popolo, and we loved the fact that it is just away enough to enjoy some quietness whilst still being close to the sights. Located in elegant Via Margutta, this luxury boutique hotel was recently opened and feels brand new, with its stylish décor… Read more »
