Spain

Immaculate, very welcoming hotel in the heart of Lanzarote, run by Maria. Visit the family vineyard and museum

An open-plan kitchen, sunny terrace and fruitful gardens shine at this private hillside villa. From here, it’s easy to ski, swim or sunbathe

Beautifully renovated cortijo with stunning Sierra Nevada views. Beamed bedrooms, superb dinners and a flower-filled courtyard

Modernised cottages on a traditional Spanish farm surrounded by countryside, for guests looking for a bucolic spot steeped in history

Exquisite small hotel bordering National Park of Guadarrama, an hour from Madrid. Hike in the sierra, spend the day in Segovia… what bliss

Dine on wholesome farmhouse food, explore the lovely garden or catch up on your sleep in generous king-size beds. Pretty Cadaqués is close

You can stroll to several mills in this fertile little valley, or laze by the pool serenaded by cicadas. Bliss for families and hikers

A designer hotel with bright, contemporary spaces, large bedrooms - some with spectacular views - and a tranquil garden with infinity pool

A natural idyll made even better by friendly owners. Bask in the mountain views, explore astonishing Asturias, settle into the slow pace

A beautifully designed B&B for foodies, cyclists and walkers in a village surrounded by trees just 15 minutes from the coast

Relaxing riverside retreat next door to a very good restaurant; hike or walk in the surrounding area, Pamplona and San Sabastian are close

Excellent design, delicious rooms and food, eclectic interiors and an interesting owner deep in the National Park nr Granada

Come for Costa de la Luz sophistication - and pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, whales, sea views, cellar wines and well-chosen art

Stay awhile at this exceptional place in Spain's little Tuscany. Sleep in elegant comfort, eat well and local, swim, hike the Matarraña

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

Beautiful cottages, donkey rides, a popular pool and restaurants to walk to. Dutch Peter knows all the walks in this heavenly valley!

Lobster straight from the cove and a beach bar below - bliss for fashionistas and their families. Hotel wings overlook gardens and sea...

Chat long with gentle hosts over home-grown dinners; see stars above, walks, rivers and wildlife all around. Rustic comfort in rural Burgos