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.

Switzerland, Bern – Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Located among shops in the city centre, this refined hotel is a 2-minute walk from Bern train station, a 7-minute walk from the medieval Marktgasse district

Featured in: Grand Swiss Cities Regional Discovery

Switzerland, Geneva – Hotel Bristol

Hotel Bristol is situated in the centre of Geneva, facing the quiet Mont Blanc Square and only a few steps away from the lake and the main train station.

Featured in: Grand Swiss Cities Regional Discovery

Switzerland, Interlaken – Boutique Hotel Bellevue

Location

Positioned along the peaceful Aare River, Boutique Hotel Bellevue near the Interlaken-West train station is centrally located in the city, offering a quiet retreat. Nearby, various restaurants and shops offer convenient amenities for guests staying at this boutique haven.

Featured in: Switzerland Panoramic Rail Journey, Switzerland Luxury Rail Journey

Switzerland, Lucerne – Ameron Luzern Hotel Flora

The Ameron Luzern Hotel Flora boasts a convenient central location, just 150 meters from the Chapel Bridge and 300 meters from the train station and Lake Lucerne.

Featured in: Switzerland Panoramic Rail Journey

Switzerland, Lucerne – Hotel Des Balances

Location

Situated in a former Guild Hall, Hotel des Balances, a Four Star Superior haven, beautifully occupies the heart of Old Lucerne along the Reuss river. Its prime location immerses guests in a quintessential Lucerne experience, with iconic sights, shopping, and cultural gems just steps away.

Featured in: Switzerland Luxury Rail Journey

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: Lake Lugano, Switzerland, Italian Lakes and Swiss Mountains (2025), Italian Lakes & Swiss Mountains (2026)

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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Switzerland, St Moritz – Hotel Laudinella

Hotel Laudinella offers stunning views of the Swiss Alps. It’s a 7-minute walk to the nearest cable car and 1.6 km from Lake St. Moritz. You’ll find hiking and biking trails, as well as cross-country ski trails, right outside the hotel.

Featured in: Switzerland Panoramic Rail Journey

Switzerland, St. Moritz – Hotel Grace La Margna

Location
Positioned next to the UNESCO heritage train station of St. Moritz at the picturesque shore of Lake St. Moritz, this extraordinary hotel welcomes you 365 days a year.

Featured in: Switzerland Luxury Rail Journey

Switzerland, Zermatt – Hotel Julen

Location

Nestled in a classic Alpine chalet, this rustic hotel is conveniently located just a 9-minute stroll from the Zermatt (Matterhorn Talstat) cable car station, granting easy access to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise ski resort. Situated a mere 11-minute walk from Zermatt train station, it offers both charm and proximity for an ideal mountain retreat.

Featured in: Switzerland Panoramic Rail Journey, Switzerland Luxury Rail Journey

Switzerland, Zurich – Hotel Glockenhof

Location

Located a stone’s throw from Bahnhofstrasse, Lake Zurich, Hotel Glockenhoff in Zurich offers an exceptionally central venue for accommodation and dining. A large number of monuments, places of cultural interest and shops are near the hotel. The Zurich Airport is conveniently reachable within 20 minutes by car.

Featured in: Switzerland Luxury Rail Journey, Grand Swiss Cities Regional Discovery

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

UK, England, Bath – The Queensberry

Location

Set in a Georgian townhouse, this family-run boutique hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths, and 12 minutes’ walk from the Roman Bath Spa.

Read our hotel review here.

UK, England, Broadway – The Lygon Arms – an Iconic Luxury Hotel

Location

Set in a 17th-century coaching inn, this high-end hotel is in the heart of The Cotswolds. On the main street of Broadway it is the perfect hub for accessing surrounding towns and villages and stepping out for shopping.

Read our hotel review here.

Featured in: The Cotswolds, England, The Cotswolds Christmas Experience

UK, England, London, Native Bankside Aparthotel

Located opposite The City and near South Bank and London Bridge, you’re just a short walk away from some of the best attractions in London, including Borough Market and popular dining destinations.

 

 

Featured in: Family London City Break

UK, England, London, Roseate House London

Occupying 3 restored 19th-century townhouses, this posh hotel is centrally located in the quiet tree-lined area of Westbourne Terrace, bordering Hyde Park and Marble Arch. The Roseate House London is a 15-minute walk from Hyde Park and a 4-minute walk from Paddington station.

Featured in: Classic London City Break

UK, Northern Ireland – The Bushmills Inn Hotel

Location

Set on 1 acre of private lawns, this upscale, 17th-century hotel is a 4-minute walk from The Bushmills Gallery and a 12-minute walk from the Old Bushmills Distillery.

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.