It's true - things will indeed be great when you're downtown. Therefore we've chosen some of our favourite super stylish urban spaces around the UK and Europe to inspire your next city break.
Canon Cave
Edinburgh - Midlothian
Sleeps 2
A stylish basement apartment, packed with luxuries including a freestanding bath, perfect for couples looking to explore Edinburgh.
Greyfriars Hideaway
Oxford - Oxfordshire
Sleeps Two properties for up to 12
Award winning self-catering cottages in the heart of Oxford, available individually or combined to sleep up to 12 people.
Drylaw House
Edinburgh - Scotland
Sleeps 24
Host the ultimate group get-together at this stately, Grade 1 listed Georgian manor, with room for 24 and just two miles from Edinburgh centre.
Glenlockhart Cottage
Edinburgh - City of Edinburgh
Sleeps 4
Discover this luxurious 160 year old cottage hidden away down its own private lane just a stone's throw from the vibrant centre of Edinburgh
Ginger Pig Mews House
Brighton and Hove - East Sussex
Sleeps 4 per house
An enchanting retreat a stone's throw from Hove seafront, Ginger Pig Mews House is complete with abstract artwork, glass chandeliers and funky interiors.
The Stratford Hotel
Stratford - London
Sleeps 2-5 per room
Spectacular 145 room hotel inspired by New York's legendary long-stay buildings with destination restaurants, cocktail bar and gym in East London.
Treehouse Hotel London
London - Greater London
Sleeps 2 per room
Eat, drink, socialise, and indulge in luxury at Treehouse Hotel London while enjoying the superb panoramic views of the city.
Menagerie House
York - North Yorkshire
Sleeps 6
Superbly located in the heart of York, this delightfully quirky townhouse is alive with curated furniture and décor – a unique city escape.
Mrs Butler's Mews House
Brighton - East Sussex
Sleeps 4 +2
Stylish house in the heart of Brighton with open plan living and quirky décor surrounded by bars and restaurants, only a short walk from the beach.
Camden Lodge Bath
Bath - Somerset
Sleeps 5
Stunning two bedroom detached cottage in the heart of Bath’s most exclusive neighbourhood, with walled garden.
No 7 Upper Lansdown
Bath - Somerset
Sleeps 4
Luxurious two-bedroom house, quietly tucked away behind some of Bath’s most iconic architecture, just a short stroll from the city centre.
Dovecot Cottage
Edinburgh - Midlothian
Sleeps 3
Spectacular 17th century stone cottage for up to three people. Rustic-chic and quirky - it was once a home for pigeons!
Ca'del Ramo D'oro
Venice - Veneto
Sleeps 3
Stunning high ceilinged apartment in the heart of Venice with exposed rafters and high-end amenities.
Higgihaus Hampton Park
Bristol - Avon
Sleeps 18
Ultra stylish eighteen guest self-catering home in Redland, Bristol, with state of the art amenities
Notre Dame View
Île Saint Louis - Paris
Sleeps 4
A bright and spacious apartment in the centre of Paris with breathtaking views over the historic Notre Dame Cathedral. The ideal base for a chic city break.
Kimpton Vividora Hotel
Barcelona - Spain
Sleeps 2 per room
A high-end hotel in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter with rooftop pool and views over the city, just a short walk from the famous Las Ramblas.
Babel Belleville
Belleville - Paris
Sleeps 2 per room
Ideal for a romantic retreat, this boutique hotel sits in the wonderful Parisian neighbourhood of Belleville.
Miss Sophie's Hotel Prague
Prague - Bohemia
Sleeps 3
Friendly, comfy and super stylish Miss Sophie’s Hotel is the perfect place from which to explore the wonderful historic city of Prague
Jam Hotel
Brussels - Belgium
Sleeps 2-18
Cool hotel with an industrial design style in uptown Brussels - Great bar, lovely restaurant and fabulous roof terrace with its own swimming pool.
Mooons Vienna
Vienna - Austria
Sleeps 2 per room
Luxury hotel in Vienna, perfect for romantic getaways and exploring this beautiful city in style. Enjoy city-wide views, a cool rooftop bar and a peaceful garden.
The Magazine
Budapest - Hungary
Sleeps 4
Stylish hotel in downtown Budapest - Unique design inspired by the bold and exciting world of urban magazines with great access to restaurants, bars and clubs.
The Old Piano Factory
Friedrichshain - Berlin
Sleeps 3
Stylish apartment in East Berlin, offering a sleek base from which to explore Germany's capital.
Schoenhouse Studios
Kollwitzplatz - Berlin
Sleeps 2
Enjoy one of Europe's most vibrant and cultural capitals at Schoenhouse Studios in Berlin, a variety of rooms and studios available for the perfect city break.
Baixa House
Lisbon - Portugal
Sleeps 2-7
Wonderfully styled, boutique serviced apartments in downtown Lisbon, the ideal spot for a relaxed city-break.
129 didsbury
Manchester - Greater Manchester
Sleeps 4
Supremely unique mews cottage 15 mins from central Manchester in vibrant West Didsbury - Exposed brick walls, artistic flourishes and plenty of natural light.
Oslo Beach House
Oslo - Norway
Sleeps 6
Unique fjord cottage located within the city limits of Oslo right on the water's edge.
Volkshotel
Amsterdam - The Netherlands
Sleeps 2 per room
Ultra modern very hip hotel in Amsterdam welcomes everyone and offers quirky rooms, saunas, hot tubs, live music and a fabulous restaurant and bar.
The Harpy Houseboat
Tower Bridge - London
Sleeps 8 adults + 2
An historic London floating home with the postcard view of Tower Bridge - The Harpy is like no houseboat you’ve ever seen!
Artist Residence London
London - England
Sleeps 2
A small but perfectly conceived hotel that won’t be a well-kept secret for long.