The proud traditionalist

Every city has its classics, unchanged for decades, which perfectly encapsulate its style. London flats that pack in the charm, Parisian hotels with a romantic glow, Spanish apartments with views from rooftop terraces and many more. These places to stay with a historic charm and a touch of tradition, 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.

Aquamare Gallery

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Venice
From €190 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

4 rooms for 2 - 3
Elegant B&B tucked down a quiet alleyway close to St Mark’s Square, with friendly hosts and a rooftop offering spectacular views of the city

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9 Princes Buildings Gallery

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9 Princes Buildings
Bristol
From £115 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

4 rooms for 2
Comfortable Clifton home a hop from shops, restaurants, harbour ferry and the heart of Bristol. With easy-going hosts and great breakfasts

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Palazzo Guido Gallery

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Lecce
From €250 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

7 rooms for 2 - 4
Luxuriate in style at this central Lecce palazzo with gorgeous rooms, delicious breakfasts (lunch & dinner by arrangement). Walk everywhere

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Pied à Terre with Terrazza Gallery

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Milan
€150 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

1 room for 2
Tiny, suite-in-the-sky, in shabby-chic style, with all you need cleverly tucked into one room. Plus heavenly terrace with city-wide views

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The Roseate Villa, Bath Gallery

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The Roseate Villa, Bath
Bath, Bath & N.E. Somerset
From £165 p/n

Hotel

21 rooms for 2 - 4
A dog-friendly hotel with traditional bedrooms, excellent breakfasts & a cool bar set on a peaceful side street, minutes from the centre

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