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A fresh makeover has brought new life to one of Yorkshire’s most characterful coaching inns. 🍃 Inside, a fire-warmed sit...
13/10/2026

A fresh makeover has brought new life to one of Yorkshire’s most characterful coaching inns. 🍃

Inside, a fire-warmed sitting room, deep blue bar and elegant dining room set the scene, while the menu elevates pub classics with dishes such as steak with salsa brava and cod and mussel bouillabaisse. Upstairs, the bedrooms have a country house feel, with vintage furniture, velvet headboards and, in some rooms, four-poster beds.

In Malton, a market town proud of its reputation as Yorkshire’s food capital, The Talbot is a characterful base for exploring the town’s independent food scene and the surrounding countryside.

Helen's Hot Tips: Combine your visit with a Saturday for the weekly market and monthly artisan market. And if you like your wh**ky, seek out the Library Bar, tucked away above McMillans w**e and spirits merchant on Market Place; over 200 to sample.

Read Helen Pickles’ full review via the 🔗 in our bio.

📍 The Talbot, Yorkshire, UK
📸 The Talbot Malton
👍️ Recommended by The Hotel Guru

Set in the heart of Jodhpur, Daspan House brings a fresh perspective to heritage hospitality. Housed in a 1921 residence...
09/10/2026

Set in the heart of Jodhpur, Daspan House brings a fresh perspective to heritage hospitality. Housed in a 1921 residence, this characterful boutique hotel pairs individually styled rooms and leafy garden courtyards with a rooftop pool overlooking the city. 🌇

Spend the day discovering Jodhpur’s bustling markets and the grandeur of Mehrangarh Fort, before returning to Old Loco for regional Marwari flavours and cocktails with a twist. A heritage hideaway with a distinctive sense of place, and an inviting base from which to discover Rajasthan.

📍 Daspan House, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
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Somewhere between the bustle of the A1(M) and the rolling countryside of County Durham, Rockliffe feels like a world of ...
06/10/2026

Somewhere between the bustle of the A1(M) and the rolling countryside of County Durham, Rockliffe feels like a world of its own. 🌿

Drive through the gates, follow the avenue of trees and suddenly the pace changes. Behind the grand Georgian and Victorian hall lies 375 acres of parkland, a championship golf course, a vast spa and an impressive collection of places to eat and drink.

At the heart of it all is ATLAS, where James and Maria Close bring flavours from around the world to the tasting menu, while Ro serves seasonally inspired cocktails and the Morning Room makes a rather compelling case for afternoon tea.

As our reviewer Helen Pickles puts it, Rockliffe Hall is a place where “shoulders relax, brain stops whirring, and, frankly, you forget where you are.” ✨

🔗 Read the full review at The Hotel Guru: https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/rockliffe-hall-county-durham

📍 Rockliffe, County Durham, United Kingdom
📸 Rockliffe
👍️ Recommended by The Hotel Guru

02/10/2026

🇨🇿 Is Prague one of the best city breaks in Europe?

From the Gothic spires of the Old Town to the picturesque streets of Malá Strana, Prague is a city full of architectural charm, centuries of history and beautiful spots to discover around every corner. Cross the iconic Charles Bridge, stop for coffee in a tucked-away café, or watch the city’s rooftops glow as the sun sets over the Vltava. ✨

And when it comes to somewhere to stay, there’s no shortage of characterful hotels to make your city break all the more memorable. Here are some of our Guru's top picks:

📍 Iron Gate Hotel & Suites – in the heart of the Old Town!
📍 Miss Sophie's – just a few minutes' walk from Wenceslas Square.
📍 Golden Well Hotel – right up against the walls of Prague Castle.
📍 Maximilian Hotel – just steps from the Old Town Square.
📍 Domus Balthasar Boutique Hotel – family-friendly and right next to Charles Bridge.

Discover more of our favourite places to stay in Prague via the link in bio. 🗝️

A Greek resort with a village at its heart. 🇬🇷For our latest hotel review, Rebecca Hall checked into Lesante Cape on Zan...
29/09/2026

A Greek resort with a village at its heart. 🇬🇷

For our latest hotel review, Rebecca Hall checked into Lesante Cape on Zante’s eastern coast, where stone arches, olive trees and wooden pergolas are arranged around a traditional-style village square, complete with a kafenio, taverna, small shop and folklore museum.

Rebecca stayed in a Signature Sea View Pool Suite, with a private terrace and 20sqm pool, and particularly loved the illuminated walkways over the water after dark, the spa’s heated indoor-outdoor pool and the sense of character throughout the property.

Then there’s the food. At Novita, her grilled sea bass with wild greens and freshly mashed potato was a particular highlight. 🐟

Read Rebecca Hall’s full review of Lesante Cape here: https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/lesante-cape-zante

📍 Lesante Cape, Zante, Greece
📸 Lesante Cape, Zakynthos Greece
👍️ Recommended by

25/09/2026

Come with us to Lake Garda 🇮🇹

Think pretty lakeside towns, mountain-backed views and ferries gliding between the villages that fringe Italy’s largest lake. From the beautiful Sirmione and Bardolino to colourful Limone sul Garda and elegant Salò, there’s plenty to explore beyond the water’s edge.

And, naturally, we’ve picked out the hotels worth knowing about. Head to the 🔗 in our bio to explore the best hotels on the lakes. Save this one for your next Italian escape.

For a taste of the Cyclades away from the crowds, look to Espera Suites on Kimolos. 🇬🇷The island’s first five-star hotel...
23/09/2026

For a taste of the Cyclades away from the crowds, look to Espera Suites on Kimolos. 🇬🇷

The island’s first five-star hotel sits in an arid, wonderfully undeveloped landscape, with just 20 rooms and suites designed to blend into their surroundings. Think local stone, earthy tones, Aegean views and an infinity pool overlooking the landscape.

There’s refined Greek cooking at Amoni, private plunge pools available, and plenty of opportunities to explore beyond the hotel, from the coastal paths of Kimolos to a boat trip around nearby Polyaigos, the Mediterranean’s largest uninhabited island.

Our reviewer Rebecca Hall found plenty to love during her stay, particularly the hotel’s secluded setting and its connection to the island itself.

As Rebecca puts it: “Make time for the boat trip to uninhabited Polyaigos. Swimming off the boat and exploring the island’s deserted coves is a wonderful way to experience this remote corner of the Aegean.” ✨

Check out the full review here: https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/espera-suites-kimolos

📍 Espera Suites, Kimolos, Greece
📸 Espera Suites
👍️ Recommended by The Hotel Guru

Autumn brings a different character to some of our favourite UK cities. 🍂London feels atmospheric, Oxford and York take ...
17/09/2026

Autumn brings a different character to some of our favourite UK cities. 🍂

London feels atmospheric, Oxford and York take on their golden-hour glow, while Bath, Bristol and Edinburgh are made for wandering before retreating somewhere warm and inviting.

We’ve rounded up six of our favourite city hotels for the season, from elegant London grande dame The Bloomsbury to the former department store turned luxury hotel – The Store in Oxford.

Which would you choose? Save this one for your next autumn city break. 🍁

📍 The Bloomsbury, London The Bloomsbury
📍 No.1 York by Guesthouse GuestHouse Hotels
📍 The Yard in Bath
📍 Artist Residence, Bristol Artist Residence
📍 The Store, Oxford The Store Hotel
📍 The Roseate, Edinburgh The Roseate Edinburgh

Introducing our latest hotel review. This week, we’re turning the spotlight on Torel Avantgarde, a glamorous hillside re...
15/09/2026

Introducing our latest hotel review. This week, we’re turning the spotlight on Torel Avantgarde, a glamorous hillside retreat with unforgettable views across Porto. 🌟

Perched above the city, Torel Avantgarde pairs sweeping Douro River views with richly layered interiors inspired by some of the great icons of the avant-garde. Think Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Coco Chanel and Hitchcock, with Portuguese craftsmanship, cork and sumptuous textures bringing each room to life.

There’s a floral-filled cocktail bar, Restaurant Digby’s take on traditional Portuguese flavours, and the Camellia Garden, where flowering trees shade loungers beside the indoor and outdoor pools.

One of our lucky Guru's had the chance to experience Torel Avantgarde recently. Amy says: "The riot of colour in the floral-themed bar is offset nicely by the more elegant restaurant, while light rooms are bold and colourful or muted and sophisticated. The indulgent spa and pool are a real highlight!"

Is Porto on your bucket list? Check out Amy's full review of Torel Avantgarde here: https://www.thehotelguru.com/hotel/torel-avantgarde-porto

📍 Torel Avantgarde, Porto, Portugal
📸 Torel Avantgarde
👍️ Recommended by The Hotel Guru

10/09/2026

This is what autumn looks like in Edinburgh. 🍂

Grey stone, fiery foliage, grand Georgian streets and that unmistakable Edinburgh atmosphere. There’s something particularly cinematic about the city at this time of year.

From wandering the Royal Mile to looking out across the rooftops from Calton Hill, October makes a very good case for booking a few days in the Scottish capital.

And if you’re going, we know exactly where you should stay. Head over to our website and see our best places to stay in Edinburgh: https://www.thehotelguru.com/best-hotels-in/united-kingdom/edinburgh

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