The proud traditionalist

Every city has its classics, unchanged for decades, which perfectly encapsulate its style. London flats that pack in the charm, Parisian hotels with a romantic glow, Spanish apartments with views from rooftop terraces and many more. These places to stay with a historic charm and a touch of tradition, all inspected and selected by us, are perfect for a city break. We think you’ll really hit it off together. If you have a specific requirement in mind, don’t forget to use the “Sort & refine” button to find your true love. Or if you’re still looking for The One take the Sawday’s Matchmaker quiz again here.

As Janelas Verdes Gallery

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Lisbon, Estremadura
From €157 p/n

Hotel

29 rooms for 2
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

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Hôtel Saint Paul Rive Gauche Gallery

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Hôtel Saint Paul Rive Gauche
Paris
From €198 p/n

Hotel

31 rooms for 2 - 4
French elegance meets English comfort in Paris by St Germain. Organic croissants, crisp duvets, an open fire... a favourite of many guests

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L'Observance Gallery

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L'Observance
Avignon, Vaucluse
From €100 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

7 rooms for 2 - 4
Spacious rooms and a cosy apartment a stone’s throw from Avignon’s historic sights. Retire to the heated pool after a busy day sightseeing

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Le Terrazze Gallery

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Le Terrazze
Palermo
From €110 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

2 rooms for 2 - 4
Towering 5 storeys above lively Palermo, a gracious B&B with sunlit rooms, lovely Sicilian hosts and breakfast in fine china on the terrace

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17 Trent Road Gallery

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17 Trent Road
London
From £90 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

2 rooms for 2
A Victorian house in a terrace and a grand base (with a super art collection) for exploring this part of London, just off Brixton Hill

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Casa Sabir Gallery

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Ortigia, Siracusa
From €190 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
Stylish apartment overlooking a vibrant market in the old city, with restaurants and historic attractions in easy walking distance

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9 Princes Buildings Gallery

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9 Princes Buildings
Bristol
From £135 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

4 rooms for 2
Comfortable Clifton home a hop from shops, restaurants, harbour ferry and the heart of Bristol. With easy-going hosts and great breakfasts

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Pied à Terre with Terrazza Gallery

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Milan
€150 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

1 room for 2
Tiny, suite-in-the-sky, in shabby-chic style, with all you need cleverly tucked into one room. Plus heavenly terrace with city-wide views

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