Best hotels in Europe

This list of the best hotels in Europe has been curated according to their location, style, rooms, facilities and dining options. Here is our selection of the best places to stay in Europe.

All hotels have been independently reviewed by our expert writers, who are usually hosted on a complimentary basis. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating.

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    • Don Ferrante

      Hotel Monopoli, Puglia, Italy
      8 /10
      Don Ferrante lords it over Monopoli, against a spectacular backdrop of the Adriatic sea. This 'dimore di charme' unfurls along the city's battlements – a handsome example of Puglian vernacular architecture, with romantic stone-vaulted rooms and a roof-top restaurant offering seafood and ocean views. Read expert review

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    • Hotel Topazz

      Hotel Vienna, Austria
      9 /10
      In the beating heart of Vienna’s first district, this architecturally innovative boutique hotel hides a subtly glamorous interior replete with Wiener Werkstätte-inspired designs. It’s a swish, urban escape for sightseeing as well as sunset cocktail sipping on the roof terrace that peeks cheekily across to Stephansdom. Read expert review

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    • Relais Blu

      Hotel Massa Lubrense, Sorrento, Italy
      9 /10
      This ravishing hideaway is immersed in nature yet within easy reach of plenty of tourist attractions. The fresh, contemporary Mediterranean design will satisfy style hounds, the sea views are eye-popping, the food delicious and prices are more reasonable than the equivalent over the mountains on the Amalfi Coast. Read expert review

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    • Ohla Hotel

      Hotel Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
      8 /10
      The smart but understated Ohla provides modern creature comforts along with plenty of luxuries – such as a clear-sided rooftop dipping pool – and situates you right in the heart of the action. The 'Experience' desk works to keep guests happy, and the main restaurant holds a Michelin star. Read expert review

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    • Hotel Rigat Park&Spa

      Hotel Platja de Fenals, Catalonia, Spain
      8 /10
      When tourism first came to the Costa Brava, smart hoteliers chose the best locations in town, and this is one of them. The Rigat Park overlooks the pine-fringed Fenals beach on the edge of Lloret de Mar, and has old school grandeur in spades, a fabulous heated outdoor pool and a basement spa. Read expert review

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    • Hotel Minister

      Hotel Port de Soller, Majorca, Spain
      8 /10
      The contemporary and elegant four-star boutique Hotel Minister enjoys an enviable frontline position in the bay of Port Sóller with glorious, uninterrupted sea and mountain views, situated on lively Can Repic promenade. It is a comfortable base for lovers of water sports, cycling and hiking. Read expert review

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    • Arbaso

      Hotel San Sebastián, Basque Country, Spain
      9 /10
      Live and breathe Basque tradition in luxury at this 50-room hotel. Natural textures such as Markina marble form the fabulous backdrop for a slew of designer furniture, while bespoke activities from farmhouse visits to tuna fishing and a restaurant buzzing at all hours make it easy to immerse yourself in local culture. Read expert review

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    • AdAstra

      Hotel Florence, Tuscany, Italy
      9 /10
      AdAstra is among the most special hotels in Florence, due to both its privileged setting in one of the city's great private gardens and its exceptionally charming atmosphere. An aristocratic feel pervades the residence, thanks to its modelling on the concept of a Parisian hôtel particulier and near-endless bounty of period features. Read expert review

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    • Pure Salt Garonda

      Hotel Playa de Palma, Majorca, Spain
      8 /10
      Contemporary and comfortable four-star Pure Salt Garonda occupies a quiet spot directly in front of Playa de Palma’s golden beach and glistening sea. It’s a friendly and welcoming property offering excellent amenities that include a roof pool, spa, gym and two restaurants. Read expert review

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    • ME Milan Il Duca

      Hotel Milan, Lombardy, Italy
      8 /10
      The music playlist at this happening Milanese hotel increases in intensity as the day progresses, with a young party crowd flocking to the stylish rooftop bar to sip cocktails until the early hours (in-room hangover kits help guests revive). Expect a lively atmosphere and urban décor exuding a laid-back vibe. Read expert review

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    • The Cookie Jar

      Hotel Alnwick, Northumberland, England
      8 /10
      This ruggedly handsome sandstone property in Alnwick was a convent for 120 years, but has now been lovingly converted into stylish boutique hotel, with plenty of period features remaining, knockout views of Alnwick Castle from many bedroom windows, and facilities galore for the huntin', shootin', fishin' crowd. Read expert review

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