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.

La Villeggiatura Gallery

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La Villeggiatura
Venice
From €125 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

6 rooms for 2
Gracious hosts, a mix of 17th-century style and contemporary design with comfort in spades, just minutes from the Rialto Bridge and market

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Hotel San Mamolo Gallery

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Hotel San Mamolo
Bologna
From €130 p/n

Hotel

43 rooms for 2 - 4
A charming hotel in a quiet neighbourhood in medieval Bologna, just the ticket for a city escape filled with food, history and culture

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Washingborough Hall Gallery

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Washingborough Hall
Washingborough, Lincolnshire
From £65 p/n

Hotel

20 rooms for 1 - 2
A welcoming country-house hotel that’s popular with locals and visitors alike - good food, stylish rooms and an airy restaurant wait

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The Stockbridge Apartment Gallery

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The Stockbridge Apartment
Edinburgh
From £139 p/n

Self-catering

1 place for 4
Historic and impeccably presented apartment in charming Stockbridge, a stroll from shops, restaurants and Botanic Gardens

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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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