Preferred Hotels

From grand palaces to intimate hideaways, from restored monasteries to modern boutique properties, from country chateaus to seaside resorts, all preferred hotels featured in Ormina Tours’ itineraries have been meticulously handpicked for their unparalleled hospitality offering, comfort, location and uniqueness. All preferred hotels are four or five star properties and are luxuriously appointed. Our preferred hotel choices reflect our desire to ensure you enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Spain, Málaga – Room Mate Larios Málaga

Location

Overlooking the city center’s Plaza de la Constitución square, this sophisticated hotel is a 4-minute walk from Málaga Cathedral and an 8-minute walk from the Alcazaba of Málaga fortress.

Spain, San Sebastian – Astoria7 Hotel

Location

A 6-minute walk from Amara metro station, this upscale, movie-themed hotel is also a 13-minute walk from San Sebastián Cathedral and 1.3 km from the Beach of La Concha.

Spain, San Sebastián – Hotel Boutique Villa Favorita

Location

San Sebastián, a city that has captivated visitors from the 19th to the 21st centuries, offers a surprising and timeless charm. With its picturesque beachfront location and proximity to key landmarks, this hotel provides an ideal base for exploring the enchanting city of San Sebastián.

Boasting a prime location across from the renowned La Concha Beach, this elegant adults-only hotel provides a delightful setting in San Sebastián. Situated just 1 km away from both the Donostia-San Sebastián train station and the San Telmo Museum, guests have convenient access to transportation and cultural attractions.

Featured in: Northern Spain

Spain, San Sebastian – Hotel Marina Cristina

Location

Overlooking the Urumea River, this grand belle epoque hotel dating from 1912 is 8 minutes’ walk from La Concha Beach, a 10-minute walk from Gros train station and 7 minutes on foot from the elegant shops in the city center.

Spain, San Sebastian – Hotel Villa Soro

Location

This hotel is just a 15-minute walk from the old town, Kursaal and Zurriola Beach.The perfect unique location where you can enjoy a romantic stay or a family holiday.

Spain, Seville – Gran Melia Colón

Location

Embrace an atmosphere of refinement at this exceptional hotel, conveniently situated just 6kms away from the magnificent Catedral de Sevilla and a mere 4kms from the enchanting Royal Alcázar of Seville.

Featured in: , Best of Spain (2024|25)

Switzerland, Lugano – Hotel Splendide Royal

Location

Set in a 19th-century palace across the street from Lake Lugano, this luxe hotel is a 12-minute walk from shops along Via Nassa.

Featured in: Italian Lakes and Swiss Mountains (2024|25)

Switzerland, Lugano – The View Lugano

Location

On a hillside with sweeping views of the city and Lake Lugano, this polished all-suite hotel is a 10 minute walk from Lugano-Paradiso train station and 2 km from the LAC cultural center.

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Turkey, Istanbul – Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Location

This elegant hotel with a white-column exterior is a 6-minute walk from the Hagia Sophia museum, 1 km from Topkapı Palace and 3.2 km from Galata Tower.

Featured in: Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey, Istanbul – Four Seasons Istanbul at Sultanahmet

Location

Visit a one-of-a-kind luxury hotel retreat in Istanbul’s oldest district. Travel in time with visits to the 6th-century St. Sophia, the 15th-century Topkapi Palace and the 17th-century Blue Mosque, just a five-minute walk from our Sultanahmet luxury hotel in Istanbul’s Old City.

Featured in: Istanbul, Turkey

Wales, Aberystwyth – Gwesty Cymru

Location

Gwesty Cymru is located at the centre of Aberystwyth’s Victorian promenade, overlooking Cardigan Bay in the West Wales county of Ceredigion. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Aberystwyth’s train and bus stations and the town centre.

Featured in: Wales

Wales, Cardiff – Cathedral73

Location

Set in a restored Victorian townhouse, this refined hotel is a mile from Ninian Park railway station and a 16-minute walk from Cardiff Castle.

Wales, Cardiff – Park Plaza

Location

The four-star Park Plaza Hotel is situated in the heart of Cardiff city centre just a short stroll from St David’s Shopping Centre and the historic Arcades, Cardiff University, Cardiff Castle, City Hall and the Principality Stadium.

Featured in: Wales

Wales, Cardiff – The Exchange Hotel

Location

In a stately 19th-century building that formerly housed the city’s Coal Exchange, this upscale hotel is a 4-minute walk from Cardiff Bay railway station, 6 minutes’ walk from Cardiff Bay and close to Cardiff Castle.

Wales, Cardiff – The Principal St David’s Hotel

Location

Set on Cardiff Bay’s waterfront, just two hours from London and close to major transport links, St David’s Hotel is perfectly located for city breaks, business trips and events.

Wales, Haverfordwest – Twr y Felin Hotel

Location

Set in its own private grounds, just a few hundred metres from the centre of St Davids and the 6th century St Davids Cathedral,
Twr y Felin is also just a ten-minute walk to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the beach at Caerfai Bay. Opposite the hotel is Oriel y Parc National Park Visitor Centre and Gallery which offers information on the local area and displays the changing exhibitions of the National Museum Wales collections.

Featured in: Wales

Wales, Llandudno – Bodysgallen Hall & Spa

Location

Secluded in over 200 acres of parkland 2 miles to the south of Llandudno with spectacular views of Snowdonia and Conwy Castle.

Featured in: Wales

Wales, Pembrokeshire – St Brides Spa Hotel

Location

This sophisticated spa hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from the beach and 3.5km from the train station.

Wales, St Davids – Penrhiw Hotel

Location

Penrhiw is perfectly located, a few minutes’ walk to St Davids Cathedral in Britain’s smallest city and to Whitesands Bay.

Wales, St Davids – Roch Castle Hotel

Location

Set on 12 acres of gardens and woodland, this upscale hotel in a 12th-century castle is nearby the beach at Newgale and a short trip to St David’s Cathedral.