Tranquil harbour views at Grand Hotel Portovenere

Tranquil harbour views at Grand Hotel Portovenere

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Who? Grand Hotel Portovenere What? Cinque Terre might be the best known sight of Liguria but Portovenere has its understated charm. At the heart of the town, with tranquil views of the harbour, is Grand Hotel Portovenere. It’s a literal stone throw from the pebbled paths of the old town, an easy journey by day. And at night, it’s the perfect place to look out onto the harbour lights. When? Open year round Where? Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 5, 19025 Portovenere SP, Italy How? For more information and to book, see www.portovenerehotel.it Ten photos from Grand Hotel Portovenere Fly via British Airways

Luxury hotel to open in Picasso’s first studio

Luxury hotel to open in Picasso’s first studio

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Who? The Serras What? Barcelona is welcoming a new boutique hotel this month in the shape of The Serras. The new hotel will be housed in the building that was once home to Picasso’s first studio. Originally designed by Francesc Daniel Molina, the revamped space will feature interiors by Eva Martinez and informal dining from Michelin-starred chef Marc Gascons. Rooms from €250. When? Open from January 2015 Where? Passeig de Colom, 9 08002 Barcelona, Spain How? For more information, see www.hoteltheserrasbarcelona.com Ten photos from The Serras

Discreet service at Le Vendôme, Beirut

Discreet service at Le Vendôme, Beirut

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Who? Le Vendôme What? Intimate is the approach to service at Le Vendôme. Fresh faced from some serious renovations, the hotel is at its prime. Of course you wouldn’t be able to find many people who have stayed there – they are far too discreet to share that sort of thing. But if the stylish suites are anything to go by, it’ll only be the elite. When? Open year round Where? Rafis Al Hariri St, Beirut, Lebanon How? For more information, see www.levendomebeirut.com Ten photos from Le Vendôme, Beirut Fly via British Airways

Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, luxury bolthole at the heart of Stuttgart

Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, luxury bolthole at the heart of Stuttgart

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Who? Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten What? There’s perhaps no other hotel more centrally located than the Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten. But while the five star hotel is a short stroll from anywhere you need to get to, it’s got a spectacular view too. Looking out over Stuttgart city, its immediate surroundings are that of the castle garden, making Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten the ultimate luxury bolthole. When? Open year round Where? Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten, Schillerstrasse 23, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany How? For more information, see www.hotelschlossgarten.com Ten photos from Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten Fly via British Airways

Design pick: Hotel print from Cachette
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Design pick: Hotel print from Cachette

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Who? Cachette What? Add a little humour to your living space with this “This is not a hotel” framed print from Cachette. It’s simple in design and message but sure makes waking up in the morning a whole lot funnier and, dare we say it, especially if you have teens. Two different sizes are available. Priced from €42. When? Available now Where? Available online from Cachette How? Buy now from Cachette

Golf, wine and gastronomy at Château les Merles
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Golf, wine and gastronomy at Château les Merles

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Who? Château les Merles What? For a short break that combines golf, wine and gastronomy, Château les Merles is the perfect pit stop. Nestled in the middle of the Bergerac wine region, it’s also close to the truffle and foie gras producers of Périgueux. Thrown into the mix is a nine hole golf course that’s ready to test your shot. What could be better? When? Open year round Where? 3 Chemin des Merles, 24520 Mouleydier, France How? For more information, see www.lesmerles.com Ten photos from Château les Merles Fly via British Airways