The relaxed traveller

It feels like these places have seen the world and picked up a little bit of everything before they settled in the city. Their cosmopolitan vibe sends you out into town ready for anything. These quirky places to stay with eclectic design, all inspected and selected by us, are perfect for a city break. We think you’ll really hit it off together. If you have a specific requirement in mind, don’t forget to use the “Sort & refine” button to find your true love. Or if you’re still looking for The One take the Sawday’s Matchmaker quiz again here.

Artist Residence London Gallery

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Artist Residence London
Pimlico, London
From £170 p/n

Hotel

10 rooms for 2
A small, trendy hotel, very much of its time, with oodles of style, stunning bedrooms and fantastic staff

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Sé Boutique Hotel Gallery

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Sé Boutique Hotel
Funchal, Madeira
From €85 p/n

Hotel

54 rooms for 1 - 3
Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

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Navona Charming Flat Gallery

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Navona Charming Flat
Rome
From €90 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 3
A 15th-century courtyard hides a petite contemporary apartment – a fabulous base from which to explore the city and all its treasures

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Le Relais du Louvre Gallery

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Le Relais du Louvre
Paris
From €185 p/n

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21 rooms for 2 - 4
History, elegance and art combine in this special spot near the Louvre. Wonderful staff too. Relax - take breakfast in bed

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That's Napoli Gallery

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That's Napoli
Napoli
From €95 p/n

Hotel

6 rooms for 2 - 4
Find good taste, peacefulness and warm hospitality, steps away from the car-free Via Toledo, in the heart of the city

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Buonanotte Garibaldi Gallery

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Buonanotte Garibaldi
Rome
From €200 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

3 rooms for 2
Lavender shortbread and baked peaches for breakfast at this most artistic of homes. The courtyard with magnolia and orange trees is lovely

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Hôtel Windsor Gallery

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Hôtel Windsor
Nice, Alpes-Maritimes
From €85 p/n

Hotel

57 rooms for 2
A glamourous escape in central Nice. Creative art-filled interiors, a fabulous tropical garden, sumptuous buffet breakfasts, pool and spa

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Paradiso Numero 4 Gallery

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Paradiso Numero 4
Siena
From €120 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

3 rooms for 2
In the heart of beautiful Siena, it's just like staying with a friend, as hostess Paola chats whilst preparing local produce for breakfast

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Quod Libet Gallery

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Quod Libet
Rome
From €120 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

4 rooms for 2
5 minutes from the Vatican in a tall palazzo above the British school. Owners share local tips, serve bakery-fresh breakfasts on the terrace

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