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One of the best boutique hotel openings of 2025 is here! The House of George W. Davies in Broadway in the heart of the Cotswolds is the much awaited, latest project from George Davies, iconic fashion entrepreneur and fou
One of the most beautiful boutique hotels in Italy, Paragon 700 is the only Palazzo Rosso (red palazzo) in the White City of Ostuni, Puglia.
My top 4 boutique hotels in Rome to suit all budgets…
The latest boutique hotel to open in Lisbon has been three years in the making. Read on to find out if it’s worth the wait.
The vibe at Mama Shelter in Shoreditch, London, is cool and effortlessly hip without trying too hard. A mix of creative types, locals and travellers fill the open-plan bar and dining area, where people sit with their lap
Head to the west shores of Lake Garda and you’ll discover two charming hotels owned by the Arosio family. Hotel du Lac and Hotel Gardenia al Lago, traditional and authentic these two privately owned hotels are both lakes
Hotel du Lac is a charming 12 room boutique hotel on the west shores of Lake Garda. Owned by the Arosio family this traditional hotel is authentic and traditional and a rather romantic place to stay.
Who knew that London Marriott Park Lane was such a gem? It might be a big city hotel but it feels very much like a boutique hotel.
Burleigh Court, a privately owned country house hotel in the Cotswolds.
What do the human brain, cacao and black truffles have in common?
Tewkesbury Park Hotel is a modern Cotswolds hotel, great for golf, spa and delicious curries! A dog and child-friendly hotel, perfect for all of the family.
Calcot & Spa in the Cotswolds. A luxury family-friendly hotel with spa, gardens, bar and restaurant.
Travel Guide for Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Travel and hotel tips for your stay in the rainforest. Luxury and boutique hotels, rainforest hideaways and more.
Anastasia.. exceptional healer in Costa Rica. Stay at Vayu Retreat Villas and she’ll come and treat you in your room.
Kura Costa Rica is a sustainable hideaway in the rainforest. Expect stunning views and just eight modern suites at this design-led boutique hotel.
High up in the rainforest in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Rancho Pacifico is a luxury jungle hideaway with excellent service, modern treehouses and great food.
Vayu Retreat Villas is a gorgeous 4-room hideaway in Puntarenas, Costa Rica with delicious food.
The award-winning design of Five Acre Barn is pretty cool! This gorgeous British B&B is on the Suffolk coast a short drive from Aldeburgh. Dog-friendly, it has just five rooms. Contemporary rooms and a delicious breakfas
Whatley Manor: A Commitment to Sustainable Luxury
The Gin Trap Inn is one of the best places to stay on the North Norfolk coast, with one of the best restaurants too..
Lime Wood Hotel and Spa, one of the best country house hotels in the UK
Is this the perfect London hotel...?
Cubitt House - an exceptional collection of pubs and pubs with rooms across London including The Grazing Goat and The Princess Royal.
Marketing has never been easier! Lulu Townsend has over 20 years of experience in marketing in the lifestyle and hotel space. She has hands-on experience working in hotels and has lived in France, Spain and Italy as well
Longueville Manor is the best hotel in the Channel Islands. Independently owned this traditional and luxurious hotel and spa ticks all of the boxes when it comes to location, food, wine, service, gardens and spa.
Whatley Manor, the UK’s first climate-positive hotel.
The Dylan Hotel, Amsterdam
Arguably one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast… and one of my favourite hotels in the world..
Fritton Lake on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, is a great place for a short break, holiday or a day of activities as a member…great for all of the family, including four-legged friends.
Guest Hotel Review of Hotel Britania Art Deco, Lisbon..
Travel is open but with the airport chaos, why not look closer to home..
Arguably one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast…
Beat the blues and book yourself into a spa..near or far…
Arguably the best all round luxury hotel in the Algarve. Hotels don’t come much better than Vila Vita Parc…
Boutique and Luxury Hotel openings in 2021
London’s calling…it’s open and buzzing! Book a night or two in one of these brilliantly positioned boutique hotels..
Discover some of the best boutique hotels by the British seaside.
Six Senses Sharahut is a new luxury hotel due to open in August 2021.
Il Palio di Siena, the most famous horse race in Italy which takes place in July and August in the Piazza de Campo in the city of Siena, Tuscany.
Grantley Hall, luxury hotel in Yorkshire has an enviable spa. Three Graces focuses on the holistic re-balancing of your emotional, physical and mental wellbeing.
Heckfield Place, one of the best luxury hotels in the UK.
Lisbon, the coastal capital city of Portugal. Great food, wine, culture and luxury hotels. Ideal for a weekend or mid-week break.
Longing to escape? Look ahead and plan a trip to Sicily and stay at some of my favourite boutique hotels…
Riad de Tarabel Junior Suite, one of the loveliest places to stay in Marrakech.
Ile-de-Ré is an island on the west coast of France with some of the prettiest seaside villages..
