Hotels
I’ve stayed in some of the nicest hotels that offer great style at affordable prices, so below are my top recommendations. It’s important to book the right hotel after all, a hotel is not just a place to sleep. It’s a place to feel right at home. A clean space with great hospitality, excellent facilities, and a welcoming team of people makes all the difference.
How to choose a good hotel
The Location
The location is key. The hotel has to be within easy reach of public transport, whether it’s a 10-minute walk to a bus stop or a train station. I use public transport for most of my travels, so it’s important to look out for these things. It’s a win-win when hotels are close to train stations, local restaurants, and within walking distance of attractions.
Boutique over Luxury Hotels
Boutique hotels are my preference over luxury hotels (most of the time!). I love that they focus on authentic designs, local culture, and creating a space that feels intimate and comfortable. I love the attention to detail, stylish interiors, and the sense of community that boutique hotels offer.
The Bathroom
I love a spacious bathroom where I can move around and not feel claustrophobic. A good bath tub and a good shower size really make a difference.
The Team
One of my pet peeves is poor customer service. I always read other people’s reviews about their experience at the hotels I want to book. Good customer service is important and is part of the experience. A friendly team of people always sets off a good vibe, and a great representative for the hotel.
My hotel recommendations
This list of hotels were a joy to experience and I recommend you check them out yourself. I update this list regularly to give you fresh options for your travel plans.
Lisbon, Portugal
Browns Boutique Hotel (££££)
Reykjavik, Iceland
Grandi by Center Hotels (£££)
Midgardur by Center Hotels (£££)
Hotel Von (££)
England
Marrable’s Hotel in Clerkenwell (£££).
Richmond Hill Hotel in Surrey (£££)
The Falstaff in Canterbury (££)
Henrietta House, a member of Radisson Individuals in Bath (££)
The Z Hotel in Bath (££)
DoubleTree by Hilton York in York (£££)
The George in Rye in Rye (££)
Abbey Hotel Bath, a Tribute Portfolio in Bath (£££)
Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront in Brighton (££)
ibis Styles Bournemouth in Bournemouth (££)
Edinburgh, Scotland
Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket in Edinburgh (£££)
Paris, France
Hotel Brittany in Montmartre (£££)
New Hotel Lafayette (££)
French Theory in Paris (£££)
Grand Hotel Chicago in Montmartre (££)
Artemisia Montmartre in Montmartre (££££)
South Of France
Hotel Le Sud in Juan-Les-Pins (£££)
Hotel Le Grimaldi in Nice (££)
Hotel Byakko in Nice (££)
Hotel Saint Gothard in Nice (£)
Italy
B&B La Terrazza Sul Duomo in Florence (££££)
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini in Florence (££)
The Corner Duomo Hotel in Milan (£££)
Rosa Grand Milano in Milan (££££)
Santorini Greece
Valery Suites in Fira (£££)
Irene City Villas in Fira (£££)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
TRYP by Wyndham Dubai in Dubai (££)
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