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.

Palazzo Colpace Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 1 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 2 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 3 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 4 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 5 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 6 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 7 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 8 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 9 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 10 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 11 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 12 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 13 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 14 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 15 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 16 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 17 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 18 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 19 - Gallery

Palazzo Colpace 20 - Gallery
Palazzo Colpace
Siracusa
From €120 p/n

Self-catering

3 places for 2 - 6
View-filled apartments in Ortigia, the heart of Siracusa. Immerse yourself in the blue of the Ionian Sea; walk to culture, shops and restaurants

View place
Hotel San Mamolo Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 1 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 2 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 3 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 4 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 5 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 6 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 7 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 8 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 9 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 10 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 11 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 12 - Gallery

Hotel San Mamolo 13 - Gallery
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

View place
L'Observance Gallery

L'Observance 1 - Gallery

L'Observance 2 - Gallery

L'Observance 3 - Gallery

L'Observance 4 - Gallery

L'Observance 5 - Gallery

L'Observance 6 - Gallery

L'Observance 7 - Gallery

L'Observance 8 - Gallery

L'Observance 9 - Gallery

L'Observance 10 - Gallery

L'Observance 11 - Gallery

L'Observance 12 - Gallery

L'Observance 13 - Gallery

L'Observance 14 - Gallery

L'Observance 15 - Gallery

L'Observance 16 - Gallery

L'Observance 17 - Gallery

L'Observance 18 - Gallery

L'Observance 19 - Gallery

L'Observance 20 - Gallery
L'Observance
Avignon, Vaucluse
From €100 p/n

Bed & Breakfast

7 rooms for 2 - 4
Spacious rooms and a cosy apartment a stone’s throw from Avignon’s historic sights. Retire to the heated pool after a busy day sightseeing

View place
Aquamare Gallery

Aquamare 1 - Gallery

Aquamare 2 - Gallery

Aquamare 3 - Gallery

Aquamare 4 - Gallery

Aquamare 5 - Gallery

Aquamare 6 - Gallery

Aquamare 7 - Gallery

Aquamare 8 - Gallery

Aquamare 9 - Gallery

Aquamare 10 - Gallery

Aquamare 11 - Gallery

Aquamare 12 - Gallery

Aquamare 13 - Gallery

Aquamare 14 - Gallery

Aquamare 15 - Gallery

Aquamare 16 - Gallery

Aquamare 17 - Gallery

Aquamare 18 - Gallery

Aquamare 19 - Gallery

Aquamare 20 - Gallery
Aquamare
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

View place