Chic and cheerful: 15 hotels for affordable European glamour

From a waterfront palace in Greece to a nonna’s house in Italy, these stylish boutique hotels offer character and comfort at a budget-friendly price
European hotels at budget-friendly prices

European hotels at budget-friendly prices

Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 - 01:00
Fiona Kerr

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A ducal palace in northern Spain

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