Where to stay

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Portland, Maine, will help your decide where to stay, from the Old Port neighbourhood on the historic waterfront; to the Arts District for its museums; trendy Munjoy Hill and the East End; or the foodie friendly Bayside neighbourhoods...

This is the Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Bratislava for visitors, from the historic, and incredibly photogenic Old Town (Staré Mesto) with its architecture, and Palisády with its great restaurants; to green and contemporary Ružinov; and right-bank residential pick, Petržalka

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of São Paulo, from luxurious Jardins, to foodie-favourite Pinheiros, arty Vila Madalena, and Republica in the Centro Historic...

Hanoi is a bustling capital, that somehow manages to be both ancient and contemporary at the same time! Hanoi’s accommodation options range just as widely, from cutting edge cleverness, to grand dames, and modest rooms to palatial apartments, and from the historic, lively Old Quarter, to hip Hai Bà Trưng, peaceful Tay Ho, and the luxurious French Quarter...

San Diego has a really fantastic array of accommodation — with something to match every kind of traveller, and while there are great places to stay all over the city, there are some neighbourhoods that will really suit particular travellers. Which is why we had our Hotel Gurus come up with where to stay in San Diego guide...

The largest city in Oregon, Portland is known for its abundance of microbreweries, excellent food and appealingly green, leafy feel. A brilliant destination for foodies and fans of the great outdoors, this is a fun city for a weekend break, and these are the neighbourhoods you might want to stay in.

It’s a toss up as to whether you’re more familiar with the architecture of Bordeaux, or the wine? Both have been key features of this marvellous city since the Roman era, and either make a great reason to visit. As does the cuisine, the museums; and the nightlife.

Old Charleston still has it!  This historic city is one of the south’s most graceful, with its gorgeous architecture, waterside setting, and rich and lively culture.  Charleston isn’t like other cities, it feels as if it’s from another time, where graciousness and care went into things, so food often comes beautifully presented, museums and galleries and imbued with southern hospitality...

The Centro Storico has the gorgeous architecture and top sightseeing spots; Chiaia offers bay views and fantastic shopping; Quartieri Spangnoli’s narrow, winding streets are authentically lived in; Santa Lucia is the old fisherman’s quarter, right by the water; while Vomero's a top spot for the well-to-do traveller: boasting historic architecture, bustling cafes and lovely restaurants.

Beer, an impressive range of local sausage, beautiful Bavarian architecture, and the latest in automobile technology, Munich is a fantastically varied centre. It’s wealthy, but also fun and laid back, and its neighbourhoods reflect all these facets of Munich — and probably more! — with accommodation to match every kind of traveller, and plenty of variety when it comes to scale and price too.

Lovely Lisbon is super visitor friendly, with a holiday atmosphere in a compact, very walkable footprint. Lisbon makes it very easy for guests to enjoy themselves - even the public transport is charming! Lisbon’s central neighbourhoods are the best places for visitors to stay. While they all have their own character and plenty of visual variety, they’re all alike in being friendly and easily navigated.

Our Hotel Gurus' guide to the neighbourhoods of Dallas, Texas is just what you need if you’re looking for accommodation to match your travel plans. Whether you want to follow in the footsteps of JFK, cowboys from days of yore, or contemporary designers or chefs, there’s a neighbourhood for you.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to where to stay on Mykonos will help you decide on the perfect base for your visit to this vision of Cycladic perfection. Whether you’re here to sample the charms of its vibrant traditions, find a stretch of azure and white coastline to call your own, or to enjoy the sights and sounds of glamorous, lively Mykonos Town in full swing. We’ve got a match between your ideal Mykonos holiday and a town or neighbourhood.

Our detailed guide to Venice’s neighbourhoods is full of tips to help you work out which one is perfect for the trip you’re planning, whether you’re here for a romantic escape, to marvel at the sights, to live very well, to write a novel, or just to lose yourself in the wonder of a city of marble palaces built on a lagoon… Or a combination, the Hotel Gurus can recommend a neighbourhood to you.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Bogotá will help you decide where to stay: from central Chapinero, to historic La Candelaria, relaxed Parque 93, or Zona Rosa - for nightlife lovers. Check availability and book online.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Mexico City will help you decide where to stay: whether you want to be close to all the major sights - Centro Historico; to stay somewhere with a hip atmosphere and great places to eat - Roma Norte; to stay somewhere relaxed and green - Condesa...

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Santa Fe will help you decide where to stay, whether you want sightseeing convenience in Downtown, added charm in Historic Eastside, and arty vibe in the Railway District, or family-friendly South Capitol

Our Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Vilnius will help you decide where to stay: from the historic Old Town, to arty, bohemian Užupis, the gentrifying Stotis - by the station, or contemporary cool Naujamiestis. Check availability and book online.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Birmingham for visitors, from the hip City Centre, or edgier Digbeth, to the historic Jewellery Quarter, or peacefully green Edgbaston and picturesque Bournville. Check availability and book online.

Memphis is synonymous with music and music history, but it’s a fantastic destination for nightlife generally, for eating and drinking, and rich cultural experiences. There's a great array of accommodation that stretches wider than just the central, more touristy pockets. Use our neighbourhood guide to plan your visit...

The Hotel Guru’s guide to Kyoto’s neighbourhoods will help you find the perfect place to stay: from historic Gion, to atmospheric Southern Higashiyama, or convenient Downtown.