City Breaks

Another humdinger of a hotel from a very talented team. Hand-picked art, effortlessly cool rooms, tasty local food and much more to come

A comfy cottage for two in the quiet, leafy outskirts of Aix with easy access to the city and a kind, attentive owner nearby

A wonderfully placed apartment within a palazzo in the historic centre with spectacular roof terrace. Step out and live like a local

A treat of a place in a vibrant suburb, a short tram ride from central Manchester. The ultimate combination of art and cool design

High above Lisbon, this small but elegant former palace offers stunning views, stylishly rustic rooms and a dreamy, sun-trap patio

French elegance meets English comfort in Paris by St Germain. Organic croissants, crisp duvets, an open fire... a favourite of many guests

An elegant hotel that feels like a well-kept secret, with charming staff, understated rooms and great restaurants a short walk away

You step straight from the road into this deftly-restored house with architectural joys intact and bang-up-to-date bathrooms and kitchen

A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

Portuguese elegance, artistic décor, breakfast on a fountain'd patio or by the fire: a treat. Step out to a kaleidoscope of Lisbon city life

A dog-friendly hotel with traditional bedrooms, excellent breakfasts & a cool bar set on a peaceful side street, minutes from the centre

A charming hotel in a quiet neighbourhood in medieval Bologna, just the ticket for a city escape filled with food, history and culture

An old pub with a new lease of life: smart buzzy eatery downstairs and two bright, spacious apartments upstairs - just minutes from the Heath

A 15th-century courtyard hides a petite, chic apartment where contemporary mixes with noble age to stunning effect. Live like the locals

Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

Wander the city, discover islands, visit Vesuvius, eat in lively restaurants, savour the street food of Naples

Sweet, stylish, fresh hotel with scented patio. Tucked away yet central, an unusually quiet base for exploring Rome

An elegant, super central bolthole for two (or three): stroll everywhere, hop on a vaporetto, sit in piazzas drinking cappuccino, live like a local