Preferred Hotels

Malta, Valletta – La Falconeria

Location

Guests will be happy to find several landmarks and useful connections within walking distance. One can reach the city of Sliema within minutes via the harbour by way of the Sliema Ferry. Republic Street, the High Street, and national bus terminal are all within walking distance, and prestigious buildings and museums can be found everywhere you look. Yet, even though La Falconeria is so central, it’s position in a quiet side street just off the main thoroughfare ensures you have an oasis to come back to after your busy day.

Malta, Valletta – Palazzo Consiglia

Location

Palazzo Consiglia is a traditional Maltese townhouse situated at the heart of Valletta in St Ursula Street, just a few metres away from the St Rocco’s church and key attractions such as the Lower Barrakka Gardens, Valletta Waterfront and Fort Saint Elmo.

Malta, Valletta – Rosselli Hotel

Location

Serenely located within the walls of the busy capital city of Malta. The hotel is conveniently located close to St George’s Square and the The Grandmaster’s Palace.

Malta, Valletta – The Saint John

Location

In a 17th-century building across from the 16th-century Church of the Circumcision of Our Lord, this chic boutique hotel in the historic city centre is 9 km from Malta International Airport.

Montenegro, Kotor – Astoria Hotel

Location

The Astoria Hotel has a very attractive location; specifically, it is in the main street of the Old Town. As the first and the only hotel located in the Old Town, it affords you an opportunity to be at the right place where all events come about.

The marina for your yacht, perfect beaches for rest and enjoyment, many souvenir shops, night clubs and other accompanying facilities for business clients are all available just a step from you.

Montenegro, Kotor – Hotel Forza Mare

Location

Hotel Forza Mare is the first design hotel in the area. This family – owned boutique hotel is situated 3km away from the old town of Kotor, in a small village Dobrota, at the waterfront of the Boka Bay.

Montenegro, Kotor – Hotel Hippocampus

Location

Kotor, a medieval town that is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, hosts the boutique hotel Hippocampus in a renovated 17th century building offering a perfect combination of luxury and privacy in the middle of the Boka Bay.

Montenegro, Sveti Stefan – Aman Sveti Stefan

Location

Set next to Sveti Stefan beach on an island linked by a causeway, this high-end, village-style resort with a separate mainland villa is 2 km from Praskvica Monastery and 11 km from Budva Old Town.

Netherlands, Amsterdam – Ambassade Hotel

Location

The Ambassade’s central location on the Herengracht makes it an ideal place from which to explore the city. Many museums and sights can be reached on foot in just a few minutes. Likewise numerous cafés, restaurants, shopping streets and the famous Amsterdam flower market.

Netherlands, Amsterdam – Conservatorium Hotel

Location

Located in the Museum Square district, the hotel is set in a former music conservatory with a Neo-Gothic facade.  In this vibrant and elegant setting, the city’s crown jewels – the Van Gogh Museum, Concertgebouw, Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark  and Amsterdam’s most indulgent shopping – are literally at your doorstep.

Netherlands, Amsterdam – Hotel Vondel

Hotel Vondel Amsterdam Review

This boutique hotel was converted from several delightful Dutch houses knitted together. It really gives an element of charm and tradition to your stay in Amsterdam.

Hotel Vondel Amsterdam

Upon our arrival we had some delicious Stroopwaffels (a nice touch to welcome us to area). The friendly staff were very helpful and attentive, with one from reception even carrying our bags up the stairs to our room.

The rooms are cosy and impeccably furnished with a quiet air-conditioner and comfortable beds.

Read the full review here.

Netherlands, Amsterdam – Intercontinental Amstel

Location

The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Amsterdam, close to the city centre. The Royal Carré theatre and the Hermitage Amsterdam museum are within walking distance of the hotel, and by taxi or saloon boat you will be at the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, the Concertgebouw, the Stedelijk Museum, the Anne Frank House or Amsterdam’s boutique shopping streets within minutes.

Portugal, Lisbon – Bairro Alto Hotel

Location

A multi-award winning boutique hotel ideally located in Lisbon’s historic downtown between the bohemian Bairro Alto and the trendy Chiado districts. Inside, the hotel oozes a classic chic style with its 55 rooms decorated in a modern contemporary design, many complimented by Brazilian timber floorboards. The rooftop terrace’s views are celebrated and its restaurant, bar, gym and massage room are all first grade. Expect a luxurious, comfortable and convenient stay.

Portugal, Lisbon – Pousada de Lisboa

Location

Located in the centre of Lisbon, Pousada de Lisboa sits in the most chic part of the city, making the hotel perfect for discovering this magnificent city.

Our Review of the Pousada de Lisboa Hotel

With the Pousada de Lisboa, 5-star hotel, featuring on our Best of Portugal Small Group Journey, we wanted to check out just what our guests were getting at this talked about hotel.

Read our quick review of the Pousada de Lisboa here.

Portugal, Madeira – Porto Mare Hotel

Location

Portugal, Madeira – Qunita da Casa Branca

Location
Nestled just above the heart of Funchal, Quinta da Casa Branca offers a tranquil escape. Set within the beautiful botanical gardens of the estate, the hotel offers a serene retreat surrounded by lush greenery, away from the city. It is a 15-minute walk from the bustling port, restaurants, and shops.

Portugal, Madeira – The Views Baía

Location
The Views Baia Hotel is centrally located in Funchal, just a 5-minute stroll from the city centre. Close to Madeira’s main roads, the hotel ensures easy exploration in any direction across the island.

Portugal, Porto – Carris Porto Ribeira

Location

Having fun is easy when everything is within your reach. Discovering the city of Porto by walking along its river and through its emblematic streets. You will have fun exploring the city and learning about its culture, its great wines and its gastronomy. In our rooms, restaurant, bar and common areas you will find your well-deserved rest.

Portugal, Porto – PortoBay Flores

Location

Nestled within a palatial 16th-century building and complemented by a contemporary annex, this exquisite hotel graces a charming pedestrian-only street. Immersed in refined elegance, it stands a mere 4 minutes’ walk from Bolsa Palace, an architectural gem, and a captivating 5-minute stroll from the São Bento train station.

Portugal, Salamanca – NH Salamanca Puerta de la Catedral

he NH Salamanca Puerta de la Catedral hotel sits in the heart of Salamanca’s historic quarter. This is a beautiful, peaceful neighborhood and the hotel offers incredible views of the old cathedral, as well as the Casa Lis Art Deco Museum and Anaya Palace.