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Light, airy, new and designed for outdoor living, from the colonnaded patio with pool to the rooftop dining area with BBQ and shady canopy

Take a suite with champagne, strawberries and a tower, swim in the saltwater pool, eat a Castilian cocido - unwind in rural peace!

Aristocratic sophistication abounds at this wonderful hotel near Las Ramblas. Elegant bedrooms, stunning bathrooms and excellent service

A sophisticated and friendly Basque beauty overlooking the Bay of Biscay, in Txakoli vineyard country – prepare to be thoroughly spoilt

A delightful, rustic oasis: an old farmhouse with modern annexe joined by a fountain and palm walkway... Mallorca at its prettiest

An irresistible eco restaurant-hotel of character and charm, run by two friendly families and set in gorgeous grounds. Foodie heaven

Contemporary and romantic artist’s studio with quaint sun-filled patio. Head out to explore historic Extremadura: Merida, Cáceres, Guadalupe

An atmospheric rustic-chic decor, a mini cinema, a children’s room under the eaves... and blissful views of vineyards and medieval Olivella

Run and cycle for miles in the hills around this lovely village house with lots of space, big garden and pool. Truly comfy and generous

Find inspiration in mountain views, nature and your hosts' talents: cooking, sewing, design, poetry... and play giant chess by the pool

Bucolic setting close to Costa Brava beaches and this big old ‘hostel’ is relaxed and perfect for families. Meals come fresh from the garden

Heart-soaring Pyrenean views, animals roaming, natural materials in simple rural rooms, organic food: it’s a superbly welcoming eco-lodge

Bedrooms are gorgeous, the wild ocean is close, and the people of Galicia are friendly and caring. You’ll pick up the same vibe here

Wild and peaceful small hotel bordering National Park of Guadarrama. Listen to birdsong, hike in the sierra, spend the day in Segovia

Eco swimming pool, solar panels, a farmhouse with funky yurts and finca casitas with open-air kitchens, two mins from white sandy beach

A wonderful stopover on the route south. Sample the best of regional cooking, charming attentive service and a deep-country feel

From the hosts’ love of good food to the friendly contemporary interiors, a very special place to stay in the heart of Cantabria

Walkers and wild-lifers, here is your place in the Pyrenees. Colour, character, a welcoming family, log fires and delicious home cooking