A bed and breakfast within 13th century castle grounds? Don’t mind if I do! Located in Kent, Hever Castle was once the seat of the Boleyn family and today is a beautifully preserved museum. King Henry VIII’s second wife, Anne Boleyn, spent her early youth here and the castle was ...

Óbidos is a charming little town in the west of Portugal with narrow streets, colourful houses and perfectly preserved town walls. For centuries, it has provided a retreat for Portuguese monarchy. The majestic Castelo de Óbidos looming over town looks intimidating from afar, but in fact, it houses one of ...

Located in a gorgeous 14th century castle in Northumberland, England, Langley Castle Hotel is your childhood fantasy come true. Whether you dreamed of being a princess or a knight fighting off the dragon, this place is sure to tickle your imagination. The rooms have a truly regal touch to them ...

First opened in 1907, the Hotel Le Pavillon New Orleans has a rich history extending back to the Gilded Age of this iconic city. As a member of the Historic Hotels of America, it has long been a symbol of luxury. Numerous dignitaries of the “Big Easy” have enjoyed its ...

Set in the Irish countryside, just outside the town of Tralee famous for its rose festival, Ballyseede Castle is surrounded by 30 acres of woodland and rich history. Entering the gates of the castle you are immediately set back in time. Doric columns, ornate cornices, oak staircase, marble fireplaces, vintage ...

Situated on the Leman lake shore in Switzerland and named for the United States’ 28th president, Hotel President Wilson is one of the most beautiful places to stay in Geneva, facing the extraordinary Mont-Blanc. Just steps away from the most beautiful parks and boutiques of the Rue du Rhône, guests ...

This luxury boutique hotel is based right in the heart of Berlin’s prestigious Grunewald district. Stylish designed interiors by Karl Lagerfeld, and personal service, create a travel haven for visitors to Berlin. All travelers are welcomed with a complimentary drink of their choice and will feel like VIP guests from ...

In a beautiful city made up of 118 small islands, there are plenty of wonderful accommodations to choose from. But if you want a truly unique experience in Venice, the Aman Venice - Grand Canal Hotel is the perfect spot. Situated in a 16th-century palazzo on the Grand Canal, the ...

With over 450 palaces and 177 canals, Venice is a beautiful city in Italy and the accommodations at the Belmond are fit to match. Located at the tip of Giudecca Island, this hotel offers a complimentary 24-hour boat service to transport guests to and from Piazzetta San Marco (St Mark’s ...

Completed in 1820 as a residence for Princess Lobanova-Rostovskaya and later home to Russia’s Ministry of Defense, this Four Seasons hotel is steeped in history and culture. With high ceilings, marble bathrooms and 24/7 room service, guests will certainly feel like royalty in this lavish setting. This hotel is popularly ...

Located in Vienna, Austria, the Grand Ferdinand is a relatively new luxury hotel centrally set near many sightseeing interests, shops and eateries. The Grand Ferdinand was once the headquarters of Veitscher Magnesitwerke (a manufacturer of heat-resistant refractory products). Its director was Dr. Hans Lauda, grandfather of Formula One world champion ...

This hotel has been called “one of the most prestigious in Spain”, why? Well, it has a history of attracting some of the icons of the 20th Century like Jimmy Stewart and Hemingway. It was also a favorite among the European royals who always lead the way in style. Built ...

The Saint James Paris is an especially rare find as one of the last of the chateau style hotels in Paris. Burrowed amid landscaped gardens, this property has borne witness to many events since it served as a residence of Napoleon III, the first hot-air balloon airfield in the city, ...

As you approach the Ardanaiseig Hotel, you can feel the magic and lore of the Scottish highlands. Located on the shores of Loch Awe and in the shadow of Ben Cruachan, the land on which the hotel stands is steeped in local myths and legends. As you walk the halls ...

The Hotel Metropole, Monte-Carlo exemplifies how old-world glamour blends with contemporary allure to attract visitors from around the world. Originally built in 1886 on land reclaimed from Pope Leon XIII, the hotel became a testament to unpretentious elegance. Upon completion of the most recent renovation in 2004, it established a ...

The Hotel Hermitage Monte-Carlo holds a historical and geographical place of prominence within Monaco. Perched on the Mediterranean Sea, the hotel provides breathtaking views of the picturesque waterfront. This hotel has offered guests a serene and lighthearted atmosphere since the early 1900s, while also becoming a premier destination for wine ...

The maharaja’s palace that is now the Samode Palace hotel is the perfect blend of antiquity and modernity. Over 300 years ago, the palace was home to the ruling family of Samode, in the heart of Rajasthan, just outside Jaipur. Its luxury has transcended time with mirror tiled halls, mural ...

If you want to travel about 800 years back in time, you need to visit the picturesque halls and grounds of Ashford Castle. It is a magnificent castle that was built in 1228 and is set on 350 acres of sprawling woodlands on the shores of Lough Corrib (Corrib Lake). ...

The Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur is an historical site, first constructed in 1928 and placed above the desert capital of Jodhpur. It was originally a palace and the last of the great palaces of India. Besides twenty-six acres of lush foliage and gardens, the palace hotel also features art-deco ...

*Divorced, Beheaded, Made Pies* Hampton Court is one of only two surviving palaces once owned by legendary English king, Henry VIII. In fact it was originally meant for the king’s favourite, Thomas Wolsey but he fell from grace and was executed. Since then the palace had been owned by the ...

*Historic Hotel of the Old Elite* The historic Pera Palace Hotel held its opening ball in 1895. Its clientele often arrived on the Orient Express train and, over the years, the hotel hosted such luminaries as Atatürk, Agatha Christie, Ernest Hemingway and Greta Garbo. Recently, it has undergone a full ...

*Old School European Elegance* This Norwegian hotel was opened in 1891 to cater for the crème-de-la-crème of European society. Over the years it hosted Queen Wilhelmina of Holland, Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany, King Oscar II, Queen Maud and King Haakon VII. In 1989 the hotel was restored to its ...