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Super Stylish City Breaks

19th June 2023

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.

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.

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Artist Residence London

London - England

Sleeps 2

A small but perfectly conceived hotel that won’t be a well-kept secret for long.

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!

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.

Oslo Beach House

Oslo - Norway

Sleeps 6

Unique fjord cottage located within the city limits of Oslo right on the water's edge.

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.

Baixa House

Lisbon - Portugal

Sleeps 2-7

Wonderfully styled, boutique serviced apartments in downtown Lisbon, the ideal spot for a relaxed city-break.

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.

The Old Piano Factory

Friedrichshain - Berlin

Sleeps 3

Stylish apartment in East Berlin, offering a sleek base from which to explore Germany's capital.

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.

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.

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.

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

Babel Belleville

Belleville - Paris

Sleeps 2 per room

Ideal for a romantic retreat, this boutique hotel sits in the wonderful Parisian neighbourhood of Belleville.

Canon Cave

Edinburgh - Midlothian

Sleeps 2

A stylish basement apartment, packed with luxuries including a freestanding bath, perfect for couples looking to explore Edinburgh.

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.

Higgihaus Hampton Park

Bristol - Avon

Sleeps 18

Ultra stylish eighteen guest self-catering home in Redland, Bristol, with state of the art amenities

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.

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!

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.

Camden Lodge Bath

Bath - Somerset

Sleeps 5

Stunning two bedroom detached cottage in the heart of Bath’s most exclusive neighbourhood, with walled garden.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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