Le Dixseptième a charming historic landmark, which was once a former ambassador’s home among other illustrious inhabitants, is just blocks away from the Grand Place and right by the imposing covered galleries of De la Reine and Saint Hubert. The small hotel has likeable common areas on ground floor, that somehow make you feel like you are in your own home’s living room. A tiny… Read more »
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This old style property could be a little more charming, but the location is excellent and the rates are one of the most favorable cost versus benefit choices in central Brussels. The Warwick has a traditional style with classic wooden furnishings, but recent renovations brought comforts to its facilities, like central air conditioning and more modern equipment and amenities, which the staff really emphasized to… Read more »
Located in the heart of the city, the Amigo is probably one of the best hotels in town, a stone’s throw from the Grand Place and from where you will be able to walk to most of the city’s main attractions and great restaurants, cafes and bars. Delightful Sablon district and its museums are just a fifteen minute walk away. This upscale hotel is very… Read more »
Our springtime visit to this typical Kensington architecture property was made even prettier by the wonderful flowers adorning its entrance. The Kensington Hotel is located just blocks away from the tube station, very convenient to explore the whole city of London. A short five minute walk will take you to the glorious Royal Albert Hall and the Natural History Museum, and in just fifteen minutes… Read more »
A typical 18th Century British building houses The Gore, a property that has been renovated and offers all amenities a traveler could expect. Located in South Kensington, just blocks away from the Natural History Museum and a seven minute walk to subway stations, its location is ideal to explore the city, especially considering that this part of town offers more reasonable hotel rates. The Gore’s… Read more »
The Fraser is well located in Kensington, just one block away from the Natural History Museum and near tube stations, ideal to explore the whole of the city of London. It is a very functional and efficient “condo style” hotel, with a breakfast room and bar, even though we believe in the neighborhood you will find better options for drinks and meals. The hotel is… Read more »
The Grand Beach Surfside hotel is located next to the iconic Bal Harbour Shops (try Carpaccio restaurant) in an upscale neighborhood. We believe this beachfront 4 star hotel to be one of the best cost x benefit options in expensive Miami Beach. We really enjoyed the very modern, bright and airy property, with pools by the beach and a rooftop one from where you can… Read more »
The Rosa Salva is one of the best 3-star hotels in town, and we would actually rate it a “3-star premium”. If you are staying in Venice for a short period of time and willing to stay close to the main attractions of the city, the location of this property is perfect, a 5- minute walk to St Mark or the Rialto. The hotel has… Read more »
The Villeggiatura is a very small inn offering a homey stay near the busy markets and streets of the Rialto. This charming option, with a somewhat residential feel, is in the center of Venice in the San Polo area. The many shops and restaurants around it make it easy to enjoy the city, particularly considering it is also near another of Venice’s top attractions, the… Read more »
The Sant’Antonin is small and simple three-star boutique hotel, a rare find in Venice: well-located, near most of the city’s attractions (a 10-minute walk) and has lovely gardens and a patio, an almost impossible find at hotels in town. Do not expect an upscale stay, as everything about the Sant’Antoni is simple but pretty. The friendly reception staff will welcome you straight into the hotels… Read more »
The Ai Realli is well located in a tiny square on a quiet street, something of a rarity in busy Venice. It is near the Rialto and just a 5-minute walk to San Marco. The property’s style is typical Venetian, with gilded chandeliers, metallic moldings and depictions of celestial elements. Contrary to a good amount of hotels in town, Ai Reali has used of good… Read more »
Right by one of Venice’s most photographed canals, The Splendid is on a busy corner of the town center and a short walk to most of the city’s popular attractions. Considering the property is located in the oldest and most demanded part of town, do expect busy days around the hotel. Evenings are a lot more peaceful and you will be strategically located to explore… Read more »
