At The Hotel Guru we aim to bring you the hottest hotels across the globe and to this end we're constantly looking for and finding a raft of new places to stay. From hip hotels, to re-imagined Grandes Dames, chic little B&Bs and cosy pubs with rooms, here's our selection of the best new places to stay around the world...
Elounda (Crete)
An intimate hillside retreat overlooking Spinalonga Island, Phãea Blue blends barefoot luxury with deeply rooted Cretan hospitality. This Small Luxury Hotel member offers some private plus main infinity pool, farm-to-table dining and soulful, experience-led stays designed for couples and slow travel
Gloucestershire (Royal Forest of Dean)
A picture perfect country house hotel set in the stunning landscape of the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. Charming chic rooms and suites, an acclaimed British restaurant, acres of emerald garden, and plenty of countryside pursuits to choose from. The perfect country escape.
Crete (Crete )
A beachside resort that fuses family-friendly with an eco-conscious appeal. Part of Design Hotels and Marriot Bonvoy, Phãea Cretan Malia is a stylish ‘fly-and-flop’ escape with strong dining, thoughtful sustainability touches and a relaxed, up market package-holiday feel.
Athens (Monastiraki)
A dazzling hotel housed in an historic building in the heart of Athens. Neoclassical architectural features are complemented by on-point contemporary furnishings and fixtures. With breathtaking rooftop views of the Acropolis, sumptuous dining and original artworks from Picasso, it's sublime.
Porto (Northern Portugal )
A charming guest house amid Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the river from Porto's historic centre. Rooms are bright and airy, dressed in creams and whicker details for a delicate, boho-chic vibe. Enjoy a fresh, artisanal breakfast and expansive gardens. A soothing alternative to city centre stays.
Santoríni
Adults-only cave hotel in Imerovigli, Santorini, set into caldera cliffs with Aegean views. Stone interiors, soft lighting and minimalist suites with private hot tubs. Expect indoor/outdoor pools, spa, Mediterranean dining and sailing or wine tours nearby. A quiet, scenic luxury base above the sea.
Mykonos
A low-key boutique stay just a short walk from Glyfadi Beach in Mykonos. Suites lean into a cave-like, earthy Cycladic look that feels simple but stylish. There’s an infinity pool with sea views, a laid-back bar and easy access to nearby beaches and boat trips. Relaxed, romantic and chic.
Lake Garda (Italy)
Adults-only countryside stay near Lazise on Lake Garda, set among vineyards and olive groves. Calm, modern interiors use stone, wood and soft natural tones. Infinity pool, spa, sauna and vineyard restaurant. Quiet, slow-paced escape with lake and Verona close by.
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