Hugo And Olive Guest's Insider's Guide To Devon And Nearby
The chef and artist owners of guest house Glebe House left the city and moved back to the countryside to create a modern incarnation of the humble guest house.
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8 Must-Visit Destinations In The Mediterranean This Summer
From Antiparos to Ponza, we’ve handpicked the most beautiful spots to while away a sundrenched summer holiday.
An Insider’s Guide To North Cornwall
Having visited the wilder Cornish coast since childhood, Kate Lough is a devotee to this stretch of the UK — especially in the off-season. Here, she shares some of her favorite haunts, from lunch spots to vineyards, swimming spots to walks, that are just as heavenly come.
The Stops To Make On A Road Trip From London To Cornwall This Summer
If you're planning to escape the capital over the next few months, Emma Henderson rounds up the most enticing hotel, pub and restaurant stops to make enroute to the south of Cornwall and back.
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An Insider Guide To The Swiss Alps In Summer
84 Founder Sebastian Schoellgen gives you six reasons why the Swiss Alps, his home from home, should be top of your list.
The 16 Must Visit Country Pubs With Rooms
Emma Henderson lists the pubs with excellent menus, interiors, and beds you need to know about.
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10 Mediterranean Destinations For Summer 2024
As we tip into spring, Mediterranean summer is at the forefront of our travel planning. From the always en vogue Balearic Island's to central Italy’s unsung hero, here is our pick of the bunch for 2024.
Where To Stay, Eat, And Play This Summer In Paris
Paris is always a good idea, so they say. There isn’t really a bad time of the year to visit the French capital. Here is our pick of where to eat, drink, and stay — and what to see this summer.
The Best City Breaks To Book This Spring
As spring ushers in sunnier days and streets in full bloom, we share our little black book of hotels and restaurants across Venice, Rome, and New York City.
Jessica Yolanda Kaye’s Insider Guide To London's Notting Hill
Former Sydneysider Jessica Yolanda Kaye shares her favorite haunts around the west London neighborhood she has called home for the past five years — including antique frame spots, the best coffee, and cozy pubs.
Checking In: Susanne Kaufmann’s Post Bezau Hotel
The beauty mogul‘s Spa hotel in the quaint village of Bezau in the idyllic Bregenzerwald was our most popular Wellness hotel of 2023. Here are seven reasons for a January retreat.
Alpine News From December 27
Alpine News is our weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during winter season. Our top 6 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps, all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.
Alpine News From December 20
Alpine News is our weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during the winter season. Our top 6 of the week are hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps is all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.
Where To Stay, Eat, And Play In St Moritz
Here is what's new in the timeless Swiss Winter Resort.
Alpine News From December 13
Alpine News is back, our weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during winter season. Our top 6 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps, all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.
The Most Festive UK Hotels
It's the most wonderful time of year, so make it even more special at one of these countryside hotels, from grand Georgian country houses to cosy restaurants with rooms and top chefs.
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The Most Stylish Spa Hotels In The UK Countryside For Winter
As we slide into the coziness of winter, the UK’s country spa hotels are ripening into perfection. From Somerset to Hampshire, here is our edit of the most luxurious spots to book for a wellbeing-boosting break.
The 84 Rooms Guide To Lech
Lech, which we think is perhaps the mountain village that has it all. The jewel in the Arlberg crown, it is old-school yet timeless, fashionable without ever going out of style. Come winter, the snow conditions are hard to beat, and it is easy to see why an elegant crowd, including royalty, have been flocking to this resort for more than a century.
The 84 Rooms Guide To Kitzbühel
Where to stay, eat, and play in the Tyrolean hot spot this winter.
A Guide To Paris' Pigalle Neighborhood
From bijou bakeries to must-visit museums, charming bistros to late-night bars, here is our 84 Rooms neighborhood guide to Paris’ characterful 9th arrondissement.
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The Most Stylish Hotels In New York City
The New York hotel scene is one of the best, and we’re always adding new favorites to our approved list. From a reimagined icon in Chelsea to an Upper East Side boutique number, these are the ones to bookmark for your next visit.
An Insider’s Guide To Gstaad
In the Bernese Mountains lies glitzy Gstaad, beloved of the European jet set and packed with swanky boutiques and grand old hotels. Originally a winter resort, Gstaad attracts about half of its visitors in the summer. At 1,000 meters or 3,280 feet, above sea level, the idyllic mountain town is worth visiting every season. 84 Rooms founder Sebastian Schoellgen has been living in the area for many years. Here he shares his latest discoveries and why you should visit this winter season.
The Best Swiss Ski Resorts To Visit This Winter
Switzerland is a mountain lover’s paradise, with spectacular summits and fairytale scenery, ritzy resorts and grande dame hotels, pristine lakes, and epic pistes for skiers. As hotels in the Alps get ready for the new winter season, we share our favorite Swiss ski resorts, alongside the hotels, chalets, restaurants, and activities to bookmark.
Anna Barnett’s Insider Guide To London
With a keen eye for travel, interiors and photography, Anna Barnett is a cookbook author, podcaster and writer. Here, the east London native shares her most loved haunts around the capital from delicious delicatessens to hotel bars.
C’est Chic: The Most Stylish Ski Hotels For The New Winter Season
From under-the-radar villages in the Austrian Alps to iconic ski towns in the Rocky Mountains, we round up the best places to hit the powder as soon as the slopes open.
The Best Mountain Restaurants To Visit In The Alps This Season
From remote rifugios in the Dolomites to fondue hotspots near Gstaad, here is our edit of the cosiest mountain restaurants to bookmark for the new ski season — so delicious they are worth organising a trip around.
The Most Festive Hotels In London For Christmas
From Mayfair to Notting Hill. Here is our hit list in the capital.
A Guide To Menorca
Wonderfully unspoilt with ancient farmland and verdant hillsides, virgin beaches and pretty towns, Menorca is the hidden jewel of the Balearic Islands. A rich archeological heritage and fierce traditions combine with a slow, calm pace of life that bewitch those that visit — especially in the off season. Here, Kate Lough shares her guide to the magical island.
The 84 Rooms Guide To Zermatt
From the best hotels to where to lunch on the mountains, we get the inside scoop from the super-smart Swiss ski resort.
10 Of The Best Spa Hotels In The Alps
Nothing soothes the soul quite like fresh mountain air and immersion in nature — so it’s no surprise that the Alps abound with wellbeing-boosting hotels which have spectacular spas. From Italy’s Dolomites to the Bregenzerwald in Austria, here are 10 of our favorite spa hotels.
The 84 Rooms Guide To Piedmont In Autumn
UNESCO-protected, with rolling countryside and snow-capped mountains on the horizon, Piedmont is Italy’s unsung hero. The region is peppered with fantastic wineries and Michelin-starred restaurants and is rich in truffles. Plus, a new clutch of stylish hotels is making a visit even more compelling — especially in the Fall, when its landscape transforms into a riot of ambers and reds. Here’s where to stay, eat and play.
The Best Alpine Hotels For Fall
Fall in the Alps is overlooked, but it is a glorious time to escape to the mountains. Days are still warm and sunny, with perfect conditions for hiking and biking, before the peaks become dusted with snow once again. Mushrooms and chestnuts are there to be foraged, and harvest time hits with wine tastings all around. Cooler evenings call for cozy drinks and dinner — and hunkering down in our edit of the best Alpine hotels for Fall, from the Dolomites to Bavaria.
An Insider’s Guide To Palma De Mallorca
The Mallorcan capital has a thriving restaurant, bar and coffee scene, a growing international community, and a strong local culture paired with a deep, rich history and magnificent Gothic architecture. This, in addition to palm tree-lined streets, lush parks and an Ocean Drive-esque waterfront, are what enticed jewellery designer Jourdana Davies to become a Palma local a few years ago. Here, she shares her favourite haunts — from food markets to rooftops and everything in between.
The 84 Rooms Guide To Tuscany’s Montalcino, Pienza And Montepulciano
Where to stay, eat, and play in the home of Brunello, Pecorino, and co.
A Guide To The Italian Island Of Ponza
Kate Lough shares her highlights from a late summer trip to Ponza, the beautiful and tiny island the Romans want to keep to themselves.
An Insider’s Guide To Antibes
A glamorous bastion of the French Riviera, Antibes is a spirited marriage of rich history, glittering Mediterranean coastline, and Provençal markets. It is also home to one of the Cote d'Azur's most iconic hotels, Belles Rives, which has been run by the Estène-Chauvin family for nearly 100 years. Here, its CEO Antoine Chauvin-Estène, who grew up at Belles Rives, shares his insider guide to Antibes and the surrounding area.
5 Of The Most Charming Hotels In Austria’s Bregenzerwald
Part of the Vorarlberg region, the Bregenzerwald stretches from Lake Constance to the famed Arlberg mountains and is characterized by soft swathes of forest and scented meadows that come alive in summer, before transforming into Narnia in winter. Here are five of our favorite hotels to bookmark in the area for a fall or winter escape, from historical guest houses to contemporary eco-lodges.
An Insider Guide to Cap Ferret
Not to be confused with glitzy Cap Ferrat in the south, Kate Lough sings the praises of Cap Ferret near Bordeaux — the low-key beach spot and oyster haven on France’s Atlantic coast.
Where To Stay, Eat, And Play In Nantucket
Come August, New Yorkers and Bostonites leave the city in search of sandy beaches, Atlantic waves, and cooler temperatures. This summer, we’ve got our sights set on Nantucket. Here is where to stay, eat, and what to do on the tiny island off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
A Summer Guide To The Greek Island Of Sifnos
The most talked about Cycladic island of 2023, elegant Sifnos sets itself apart from its neighbors with its distinctive culture, which has been shaped by its gastronomy, ceramics tradition, and architectural heritage. Add in its handsome villages, connected by ancient hiking paths and crystal-clear swimming coves and you have an idyllic Greek summer stay.
An Insider’s Guide To The Italian Riviera
Where to stay, eat and play in Italy's picture-perfect coastline.
10 Hotels In South Tyrol To Bookmark For Summer In The Mountains
From 11th-century lodges with a private chef to gastronomic hotels and the region’s first eco-hotel, here are ten of our favorite stays in Italy's beautiful northeastern Alps.
An Insider’s Guide To Serifos
Kate Lough first fell in love with Serifos in 2017 and has been visiting the wild Cycladic island ever since. From an organic winery with an incredible view to hidden swimming spots, she opens up her little black book of island secrets.
The Best UK Seaside Hotels To Book Now
Forget busy poolside holidays, instead opt for tranquil and chic small hotels for a taste of the modern British seaside.
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The Great Italian Roadtrip
Introducing 'The Great Italian Roadtrip'. The ultimate inspirational guide for a Northern Italy experience.
A Guide To Pantelleria, Sicily’s Wild Island
Volcanic, raw, and elemental, Pantelleria is a Mediterranean island like no other. Kate Lough shares her favorite spots around from the best swimming spots to natural wine tastings.
The Italian Summer Cocktails Of The Season
Here are five cocktail recipes from our favourite Italian hotel bars.
An Insider’s Guide To Geneva
Where to eat, stay, and what to see in the Swiss Metropolis this summer.
An Insider’s Guide To Zurich
Consistently ranked as the number one city in the world for the best quality of life, the Swiss metropole at Lake Zurich is unsurprisingly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
The 84 Rooms Guide To Los Angeles
The new places to dine and drink, and iconic places to stay.
Where To Stay, Eat, And Play In Saint Tropez
The 84 Rooms Pocket Guide to the ever-iconic French Riviera hotspot.
Madelyn Somers’ Guide To Silverlake And Los Feliz
Creative director and founder of Made Some Souvenirs, Madelyn Somers shows us around Los Angeles’ East Side, where she has been living for the past 3 years after a stint in Brooklyn. From vintage stores and natural wine bars to alfresco Mexican restaurants, these are a few of her favourite haunts.
A Guide To Mallorca’s Serra De Tramuntana
Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana is one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful regions with a mountainous landscape, slow living ethos, farm-to-table restaurants, and luxurious guesthouses.
A Local's Guide To Florence
Italy’s most enchanting city, Florence, offers world-famous art galleries, wonderful shopping, and delicious restaurants and bars — all in a beautifully romantic setting.
How To Spend A Weekend In Positano
A pocket guide to the picture–perfect seaside town at the ever-iconic Costiera Amalfitana.
Where To Stay, Eat, Drink and What To Do In Totnes
Emma Henderson takes you on a tour of south Devon's historic market town that prides itself on its independent shops and sustainability credentials.
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An Insider’s Guide To Paros With Andria Mitsakos
The global PR guru and founder of Anthologist has been coming for nearly a decade to the Cycladic Island, where she has a home and a store. Here, she shares her little black book of things to do, see and eat.
Where To Stay, Eat And Play In Capri
It has been a favoured holiday spot since Roman times, Capri is the living embodiment of la dolce vita. Here, we’ve handpicked all the places which will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a Fellini movie…
An Insider’s Guide To The Most Stylish Spots In East London
Travel writer and editor Kate Lough shares her favorite haunts around her Hackney home, from alfresco lunches in walled gardens to laid-back natural wine bars and vintage stores.
How To Spend A Weekend In Sylt
Where to stay, eat, and play in Germany's North Sea playground.
How To Spend A Weekend In Lake Garda
A pocket guide to one of our favourite Italian lakes.
A Pocket Guide To California’s Santa Ynez Wine Country
Where to stay, eat, and play in the most charming valley of Santa Barbara’s wine region.
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Patmos: The Greek Island To Visit This Summer
Fantastic food and pristine nature make the Dodecanese island of Patmos our go-to Greek island this summer.
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The Secret Stretch Of The Italian Riviera To Visit This Summer
84 Rooms founder Sebastian Schoellgen takes you on a grand tour of the quieter side of the Ligurian coast, from the French border to Genoa.
How To Spend A Weekend In Lake Como
Where to stay, and play this summer around Italy’s most iconic lake.
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Why Emilia-Romagna Should Be The Next Destination You Explore in Italy
Kate Lough sits down with Julia Prestia, who owns and runs the Roncolo 1888 estate alongside her husband, to hear about the untapped magic of her home region, Emilia.
Bruton: Where To Stay, Eat, Drink And Play In The UK’s Most Fashionable Town
Our editorial director Kate Lough shares the spots which make this corner of Somerset ideal for a weekend away.
An Insider Guide To London’s Notting Hill, Kensington And Holland Park
84 Rooms founder Sebastian Schoellgen shares his insider’s guide to one of London’s most charming neighborhoods in the west of the city, from his favorite morning coffee spots to antique haunts.
Alpine News From February 16th
A weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during the winter season. Our top 5 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps is all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.
Alpine News From February 8th
Alpine News is a weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during winter season. Our top 6 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps, all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.
How To Spend A Weekend In The Cotswolds
With its quintessential villages and idyllic honey stone cottages, the Cotswolds make for the ideal weekend getaway, especially in winter with its long walks and cozy pubs. Kate Lough curates the perfect itinerary, including the loveliest places to eat, drink, sleep — and get a seriously good massage.
Introducing Alpine News
Alpine News is a weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during the winter season. Our top 6 of the week from hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps is all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.
Where To Stay, Eat, And Play In Cortina D’Ampezzo
Our round-up of the places to have on your radar in the legendary Italian Resort.
An Insider’s Guide To Athens And Lesser Known Greek Islands
At 84 Rooms, our love affair with Greece is infinite. To get the inside track, we spoke to Filita Travel founder Anastasia Antonopoulou about her favorite places to stay off the beaten track in 2024, from Athens to the Peloponnese via Andros.
The Provençal Village You Have To Visit In 2023
Where to stay and what to see in one of the quaintest Luberon villages; also officially one of the most beautiful villages in France.
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An Insider’s Guide To Megève
Where to stay, eat, drink, and play in the glitzy French resort.
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Charlotte Rey’s Insider Guide To Marrakech
The Swedish-born co-founder of design studio Campbell-Rey shows us around her favourite haunts in Morocco’s Red City.
Yolanda Edwards And Matt Hranek’s Insider Guide To Upstate New York
Kate Lough catches up with travel’s golden couple, Yolanda Edwards and Matt Hranek, to find out how they spend their weekends at WM Brown Farm.
The Eco-Friendly Alpine Hotels To Book Now
From remote pods in Switzerland to a luxurious wellbeing lodge in South Tyrol, Kate Lough shares her edit.
The Best UK Hotels For A Countryside Weekend Away
From an elegant new pub with rooms in Wiltshire to a family-run B&B in Devon, Kate Lough handpicks her best boltholes for an autumn staycation.
Eftihia Stefanidi’s Insider Guide To Athens
The co-creator and creative director of Mona and Shila, Athens’ most exciting hotel openings in recent years, Eftihia is a voice to know in the city’s energetic new creative class. Having lived and travelled all over the world, she has now returned to the city she was born and raised in — and here, she shares her little black book of favourite places to eat, drink, escape and dream.
An Insider's Guide To Klosters
Here's everything you need to know to have a perfect ski break in the Swiss resort of Klosters.
Where To Eat, Drink And Stay in Milan
Italy’s fashion capital is perfectly situated between the Alps, the Italian Lakes, and the Ligurian Coast. Worth a trip in every season, here is our edit of the places to bookmark for your trip to Milan.
An Insider’s Guide To Aspen
The best places to stay, and where to eat, drink, and play in the chic Colorado resort.
How To Spend 48 Hours In Rome
A weekend in the Eternal City is always a dream, whether it’s a romantic getaway or a solo city break. Our editor Kate Lough shares her ideal 48 hours in Rome with you, from the best place to stay, to the galleries and palazzos not to miss, via her must-book trattorias.
The Most Beautiful Alpine Lakes To Visit This Summer
Here are 10 Must-See Lakes in the Alps this Summer. From the Italian Dolomites to France‘s Lac d’Annecy.
10 Under The Radar Hotels Perfect For A Minimoon
Sebastian Schoellgen, the founder of 84 Rooms, has his ear to the ground when it comes to the world's most unique and exclusive boutique hotels and houses. This is just the kind of intel you need if you're planning your minimoon. Here are his top 10 romantic hideaways for loved-up couples looking for some intimate R&R.
Where To Eat, Play, And Stay In Madrid
A comprehensive travel guide and a collection of tips for visiting the Spanish capital, from our local experts at 84 Rooms.
An Insider’s Guide To Paris' Montmartre Neighborhood
Where to stay, eat, and play in Paris' coolest neighborhood.
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How To Road Trip Through Cornwall’s Chicest Spots
Editorial director Kate Lough, who has been visiting this corner of the windswept West Country since childhood, shares her insider guide to best stop-offs.
Where To Eat, Play, And Stay In Stockholm
The Scandi capital is one of Europe's prettiest towns. Take a look on the many things to see and explore this summer.
Hotel Il Pellicano Marie-Louise Scio’s Insider Guide To Tuscany’s Maremma
Kate Lough speaks to the ‘Chef de Magic’ behind Hotel Il Pellicano about her favourite spots near Monte Argentario.
Where To Eat, Drink & Play In Marseille
France’s second-largest city is a vibrant cultural, and gastronomic melting pot. Here are the places to see, and where to stay and eat, sourced by local friends of 84 Rooms.
The Best Hotels & Restaurants In Sicily's Noto
The best places to stay and eat in Sicily's sun-drenched south. Here are our favourite restaurants and hotels in Noto.
Why Menorca Is The New Star Of The Balearic Islands
Ibiza and Mallorca have long drawn a stylish summer crowd, but the smallest of the Balearic Islands, Menorca, is finally having its moment in the sun. An understated Mediterranean gem, there are chic new hotels, a new Hauser & Wirth cultural space and endless, secluded coves. Here’s our insider guide to summer on Menorca.
An Insider Guide To Summer In The Hamptons
Where to eat, play, and stay out east this summer.
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An Insider Guide To Amsterdam
Amsterdam cool girl Jessica van Aken, designer and founder of interior label Studio van Aken gives us her hit list for the Dutch Capital.
How To Navigate Sicily Like A Pro
Sicily is one of the most sun-drenched islands in the Mediterranean and a wonderful place to visit in the shoulder months. In spring, the crowds have yet to descend but the skies are brilliant and blue, creating perfect conditions for a road trip that explores its beautiful Baroque towns, hearty food culture, and breathtaking scenery.
An Insider’s Guide To The Lesser-Known Side Of Ibiza
Ibiza aficionado and Sotheby’s events manager Marta Jaku shares her most treasured spots around the White Isle, from laid-back beach restaurants to hike and cocktail bars.
The Secret French Riviera
Where to stay, eat, and play this summer. A road trip from Menton to Porquerolles.
An Insider’s Guide To A Road Trip Through The Dolomites
84 founder and Alps expert Sebastian Schoellgen shows you how to navigate the almighty mountain range.
A Guide To The Swiss Village Of Rougemont
Contributor Lauren Taylor takes you to Rougemont, voted as one of Switzerland’s most beautiful and authentic villages, located in the French-speaking part of the Gstaad valley and surrounded by the Bernese mountains.
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On A Skisafari In The Dolomites
Glorious skiing and exceptional cuisine. An Insider’s Guide to one of the best skiing destinations in the Alps.
An Insider's Guide To México City
Where to stay, what to see, and most importantly where to eat in the foodie capital of the world, CDMX.
An Insider's Guide To St. Barth's
Rediscover the shimmering French paradise of a little island called St. Barth's.
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An Insider's Guide To Comporta
Here's everything you need to know to have a perfect beach vacation on Portugal's West Coast.
Our Guide To The Isles of Scilly
Sparkling turquoise waters & laid-back island vibe. No, this isn't the Caribbean nor the Mediterranean. Introducing the subtropical Isles of Scilly, this summer’s coolest beach destination.