The Hotel Guru Collections

20 Best Hakone Ryokans with a Private Onsen

A collection of the best ryokans in Hakone with a private onsen, ranging from chic and intimate affairs to upscale, traditional Japanese luxury.

17 Bali Hotels with Private Pools

The best hotels with private pools in Bali, including romantic retreats for two, family-friendly escapes and five-star luxury hideaways...

The 20 Best Hotels for the Great Smoky Mountains

The best hotels for the Great Smoky Mountains including charming B&Bs, stylish boutiques escapes, and properties primed for couples or families...

15 Best Beach Resorts in the Philippines

Yearning for a beach getaway in the Philippines? You're in luck. This tropical paradise offers an array of stunning beach resorts that cater to every taste.

9 of our Favourite Hotels in Amsterdam's Canal Belt

The Canal Belt (Grachtengordel) is quintessential Amsterdam. Choose from the best hotels in the Canal Belt for enviable views of gracious waterside houses and easy access to the city's highlights...

18 Best Hotels in Saint Germain des Prés, Paris

Elegant, arty and cultured and renowned for its cafes and hotels, here is The Hotel Guru's pick of the best places to stay in Saint Germain des Prés...

The 15 Best Hotels for Completely Getting Away From It All

Sometimes it’s not about where you go away it’s about why, and if you need to get away from everything then you need our recommendations for the 15 best hotels for completely getting away from it all. Among these are our various Guru’s favourite escapes.

13 Best Boutique Hotels in Seattle

Seattle is indy cool. So it makes sense that its hotels would be too, and there’s plenty of competition for the best boutique hotels in Downtown Seattle. Our Gurus proclaim these the best.

The 12 Best Luxury Hotels on Lake Como

The best luxury hotels on Lake Como including grand old dames, sleek modern stays, and characterful boutiques...

20 Best Luxury Ryokans in Hakone

A collection of the best luxury ryokans in Hakone, from pampering spa breaks to chic takes on the traditional luxury ryokan. They all boast the traditional hot spring baths, renowned for their healing properties...

The 6 Best Hotels in Baixa, Lisbon

The 6 best hotels in Baixa, Lisbon are our local favourites from our list of the best places to stay in Lisbon. This elegant, historic area is where you’ll find many of the main sights, plus some of the most romantic hotels in Lisbon and best city break hotels in Lisbon.

20 Best Hotels for US National Parks

The best hotels for the US National Parks, from Yosemite and Joshua Tree to Yellowstone, the Rockies and Grand Canyon to Acadia...

10 Scottsdale Spa Resorts and Hotels

Scottsdale is in the heart of the desert north of Phoenix, and its relaxed, chic, and polished vibe seems to be a perfect match for that of a spa resort....

The 19 Best Fiji Resorts

The best resorts in Fiji, including private island hideaways, family-friendly retreats and action packed beachside escapes...

13 Best Family Hotels on Sardinia

With spectacular, soft-sanded beaches and a wild and varied interior, Sardinia is a bit like a country in miniature — and a fantastic place for a family adventure...

20 of the Best Family Friendly Hotels and Resorts in Spain

Spain! So very many different places to go and so very many different reasons to go there! But if your primary objective is ensuring your family is super comfortable, then checking out our recommendations for the best family friendly hotels and resorts in Spain isn’t a bad place to start looking...