Whether you prefer to wake up to a beach or river view, you can take your pick from one of these boutique places to stay – all are on or near the water.
Tas Otel
Alacati, Izmir, Turkey
Romantic Turkish Retreat
Escape to this getaway by the Aegean Sea and you’ll see why its regarded as one of the very best of its kind. Originally a stately mansion, Tas Otel was the first boutique hotel in the region. With B&B rooms and two ….
Tir y Coed
Rowen, near Conwy, North Wales
TRANQUIL SNOWDONIAN GEM
Arrive at this country guest house in Snowdonia National Park and immediately feel at home. Originally a Victorian gentleman’s residence this beautiful, stylish, bright house set in gorgeous landscaped gardens, is all about deeply relaxing, comfortable breaks. Unwind by a roaring log ….
Hotel Villa Ducale
Taormina, Sicily, Italy
Tasteful and tranquil in Taormina
Beautiful Taormina has attracted both lovers and creators of the arts for centuries, and with views across the town to Mount Etna and down to the Naxos Bay, the terrace at Hotel Villa Ducale is simply poetry come alive. Sit back on ….
St Michaels Resort
Falmouth, Cornwall
Cornish wellness resort
This stylish resort overlooking the beach at Falmouth is the perfect retreat. Spa, restaurant, great rooms and all with Falmouth town centre close by when you feel like an explore. The perfect package – check out this video for a full flavour ….
No 124 Brighton
Brighton
Brighton Boutique Hotel Heaven
With views over the famous Brighton sea front this newly renovated Georgian hotel is oozing with charm and character and the wonderful touches that make this boutique hotel group so unique.
Cugó Gran Macina Grand Habour
Senglea, Malta
Chic Industrial Boutique Hotel
This sleek, stylish and inclusive boutique hotel on Malta is housed in a 16thcentury former fortress. Today, with its stunning suites, fantastic rooftop pool, restaurant and bar, it’s the perfect city break with Malta’s delights to discover.
Cartshed Cottages
Sharrington, Holt, Norfolk, England
COASTAL DESIGN
It’s the English seaside – but not as we know it. These utterly sophisticated cottages for two and four, set in the grounds of a Jacobean manor house, offer designer exclusivity with a relaxing, coastal vibe. Tranquil, private and close to oyster ….
El Monte Bajo
Nerja, Malaga
Traditional Spanish farmhouse holiday
Up in the hills just outside of Nerja on Spain’s southern coast, is El Monte Bajo, a traditional, stylish, spacious and welcoming farmhouse villa with stunning gardens, breathtaking elevated views and large pool with boundless charm and a touch of magic. Ideal ….
Manor Town House
Fishguard, Pembrokeshire
Stylish Seaside Wales
Being in the heart of quirky, historic and picturesque Fishguard means that during your stay you’ve the best of all worlds; superb cuisine and culture, beautifully sandy beaches and some incredible walking routes along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path – all on the ….
Masseria San Domenico hotel
Savelletri di Fasano, Puglia, Italy
PAMPERED PARADISE
Throw off your robe and dip into the spectacular seawater pool, indulge in luxurious Thalassotherapy spa treatments and sunbathe by fragrant olive trees, wild rosemary, grapes and figs, at this glorious gay-friendly hotel. A restored 15th century masseria, with beautifully furnished rooms, ….