Bed and breakfasts
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This B&B is pretty much faultless – a perfectly lovely place to stay, in a handy location in the middle of Skye – yet it doesn’t quite go the extra mile and lacks a bit of personality
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How a middle-aged mum, and modest Facebook user, faced an identity crisis when she tried to book through Airbnb
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Breakfast may be taken in the cosy 17th-century timber-framed cottage but guests bed down in sleek apartment-like suites with designer touches and great views. This is no traditional B&B
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Mexico City’s hotels are as full of character as the place itself. From boutique B&Bs to palaces with old-school charm, there’s much to explore – without busting your budget
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You’ll love to go a-wandering amid the beautiful landscapes of Scotland, especially when you have these walker-friendly places to come back to
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The owners – two designers – have filled this unusual B&B with a pleasing mishmash of clutter but, from the comfy bed to the breakfast, there’s nothing slapdash about the creature comforts
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England’s countryside and coast not only offer great walking, but also the chance to cosy up in great places to stay, with food and drink as tasty as the views
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An ultra-green new guesthouse in Scotland has our vegan eco-warrior shouting for joy, but there’s plenty to please style junkies and carnivores, too
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Ten places to stay in Wales with walks from the door, warm hospitality and the kind of extras walkers appreciate – from route tips to hearty meals
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For the perfect Belgian weekend, combine a trip to these two contrasting cities. John Brunton selects the top five B&Bs in each, from minimalist designer rooms to a 17th-century cottage
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Cambodia’s capital has some of south-east Asia’s most affordable boutique hotels, urban resorts, B&Bs and hostels, writes Lara Dunston
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Budget travellers to Ghent, Belgium, can now check in to a hostel housed in a former newspaper building with rooms named after famous papers, including one dedicated to the Guardian
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From Sawday’s new British Bed & Breakfast guide, we select 10 of the most striking, characterful and unusual
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Discover the Rua de Miguel Bombarda in Portugal’s second biggest city, a Morecambe Bay stay and Ibiza without the crowds, writes Joanne O’Connor
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A warm out-of-season welcome, homemade curry for dinner and stirring views of Skye add up to a lovely B&B, says Lucy Gillmore
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You may have to camp or self-cater, but all of these Scottish castles offer a chance to stay in splendid surrounds at (relatively) affordable prices, says Lucy Gillmore
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This gastro-boozer in a Georgian townhouse is rightly hailed for its ales and the potential of its nine new bedrooms – but it would benefit from a sharper eye for detail over its food
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Hostels and B&Bs in Penang now offer travellers on a budget more style and amenities than ever. With the George Town festival in full swing, John Brunton checks out what’s on offer
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This sleek designer studio in Edinburgh has its own private courtyard garden – the fresh breakfast hamper each morning isn’t a bad addition either
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A world away from the tourist traps around Windermere, the westerly side of the Lake District is wild, remote – and has the region’s most beautiful views, says Lisa Johnson
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As Airbnb finds itself under growing attack from city authorities around the world we look at the controversy surrounding the holiday rental site
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A thriving pub-cum-restaurant in an affluent corner of south-west London near Wimbledon tennis club … It was a no-brainer adding a smart hotel to the set-up here
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The world's best beach hotels and accommodation on a budget Top 10 budget beach hotels, villas and campsites in Croatia
Finding a prime spot on Croatia's coast in summer on a budget is no mean feat. Our picks range from a seafront villa on sandy car-free Lopud island to a bargain find in hip Hvar
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Kevin Rushby is concerned about how a newly reopened pub in the Yorkshire Dales will cope with the demands of four hungry cyclists intent on consuming 6,000 calories a day each. But his fears are unfounded
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Like the nearby town of Ludlow, this historic converted lodge with an ambitious restaurant feels like a special place, says hotel reviewer Tony Naylor
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Forget the overpriced stereotype - we show you where to stay in comfort in Tuscany without burning a hole in your wallet
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Ambleside attracted the Romantic poets, but locals fear its homespun charms will be lost
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Andalucía covers most of southern Spain and contains many of the places – Seville, Granada, the 'white villages' – that visitors want to see
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Portugal has one of the best surfing scenes in Europe – and some great surf pads too, from a cottage in a former derelict village to a town-centre party house
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It's France's poster region for l'art de vivre - but where do you start? Here's our insider pick of the best places to stay, eat and visit in its cities and picturesque towns and villages
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In family-friendly Italy, readers discover hotels and B&Bs with resident artists to keep children entertained, kids' cooking classes and great outdoor activities
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Wild beaches, seriously tempting food and wine, affordable prices – and few tourists – await those who venture to Salento, the sun-kissed south of Puglia at the heel of Italy's boot, says Kate Simon
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Perth has some of Australia's priciest accommodation. However, these cosy cabins, beachside bungalows and buzzy hostels prove there are affordable places to stay in the affluent city
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A dynamic local duo have lifted this comfortable manor house experience above that of a typical Lake District hotel, with great food and a very warm welcome to go with the spectacular views, writes Tony Naylor
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From apartments in Liverpool ONE's entertainment hub to the Beatles'-inspired Hard Days Night hotel and stylish boutique boltholes, the city offers golden slumbers aplenty