Where to stay

Once considered dangerous and post-industrial, Belfast today is more hip and historic! Our Hotel Guru's guide to the neighbourhoods of Belfast will help you find where to stay: the culture-rich Queens Quarter, nightlife-rich Cathedral Quarter, historic Titanic Quarter or commercial Belfast Central...

Zermatt is compact and car-free, so wherever you choose to stay you’ll be relatively close to everything else, but it’s still worth comparing each nieghbourhood's atmosphere.

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.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Bologna will help you pick where to stay: whether you want historic charms of the Centro Storico or the Ghetto Ebraico - or in Saragozza which is just outside of the historic centre; colourful, family friendly affordability in Bolognina; nightlife in the University District; peaceful charm in Santo Stafano. 

Kraków is an ancient city, but one that has seen many periods of regeneration, so while some of its neighbourhoods are rich in history and pomp and ceremony and architecture, some are stylish with art nouveau design, and some are being regenerated right now! So choosing where to stay in Kraków isn’t just about staying as close as you can to the main sights. The Hotel Guru’s detailed guide is here to help, with practical tips and recommendations that will help you match your plans to the right neighbourhood.

If you’re into bluegrass or folk music, or invigorated by spectacular mountain scenery, Asheville, North Carolina, might be worth considering for a city break. The mountains are the ancient Blue Ridge Mountains, beloved by photographers, hikers, trail bikers and riders, and white water fans...

The Hotel Guru’s guide to Stuttgart’s neighbourhoods will help you pick where to stay: from central Mitte; historic Bohnenviertel; to hip Stuttgart-West; wallet-friendly Bad Canstatt; and family-friendly Stuttgart-Nord.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Fort Lauderdale will help you decide where to stay, from the visitor-friendly sands and numerous accommodation choices of Central Beach; to the shopping, entertainment and galleries of downtown neighbourhood, Las Olas...

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.

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 the neighbourhoods of Turin will help you pick where to stay: from the central Centro Storico and Quadrilatero Romano; to foodie favourite San Salvario; bohemian Vanchiglia; peaceful Crocetta; and Aurora with its markets.

Our where to stay on Bali guide is ideal for helping you decide which of Bali’s towns and centres make the perfect bases for your stay on this daydream of an island. We’ve included detailed information about the most popular centres, plus practical recommendations. Our aim being to help you choose, whether you’re coming to Bali to surf or dive all day and party all night; or to relax on an idyllic stretch of sand; to lose yourself in the jungle, or the culture, or if you want to do a bit of everything!

Florence is the favourite city of many, loved for its art, architecture, cuisine, and history. Unusually for such a popular destination, the big hotel chains haven’t made huge inroads here; the Florentine accommodation scene includes numerous converted palazzo and historic villas, townhouse hotels, and other independently run conversions. There’s plenty of accommodation close to the historic centre of Florence, but it’s worth considering some of our alternative recommendations too.

One of Tokyo’s appeals are the city’s contradictions, how can a city be both so historic and traditional, and yet so contemporary? And the type of accommodation you can find in Tokyo really reflects this, from historic, family-owned ryokans, to luxurious contemporary skyscrapers, quirkily elegant boutique hotels and chic business hotels. And then there’s Tokyo’s neighbourhoods to navigate. Our guide will certainly help with this...

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Annecy will help you pick where to stay, from charming and historic Vieille Ville, to scenic Lakefront and Lakeside Villages, plus the family-friendly Annecy le Vieux.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Tirana will help you pick where to stay, from the historic, central neighbourhood around Tregu Çam and Skanderbeg Square; to hip Blloku; foodie favourite, Pazari I Ri - which is also a great option for budget conscious travellers; peaceful, family friendly Komuna e Parisit. Check availability and book online.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Bern will help you decide where to stay, whether you want the Altstadt’s historic charm, riverside affordability in Stadtbach, quieter Engeried, or green and elegant Kirchenfeld.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to Liverpool’s neighbourhoods knows where to stay: Cavern Quarter for Beatles pilgrims, Albert Dock for the museums and galleries, the Centre for shopping, and Sefton Park for green space...

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Fukuoka will help you pick where to stay, from vibrant Hakata, Tenjin and Nakasu Kawabata to laid-back Yakuin and the cultural hub of Ohori Park & Ropponmatsu.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Aruba will help you pick where to stay, from the vibrant Palm Beach and more relaxed Eagle Beach, to the colourful capital Oranjestad and the more local feeling Savaneta and San Nicolas.

The Hotel Guru’s guide to the neighbourhoods of Verona will help you pick where to stay: from Città Antica and Piazza Brà in the historic centre; or Cittadella, between the historic centre and the station; to Veronetta, on the opposite side of the river; to family friendly Borgo Trento.