How we select hotels
Last updated: 23 September 2026
An editorial selection, not a universal ranking
Numbers help readers navigate each collection. They do not mean that one hotel is objectively better than another. We do not award our own stars or present this collection as an independent certification.
Four considerations
Character: distinctive architecture or history. Setting: a destination with its own appeal. Experience: a clear sense of the traveller the hotel suits. Sources: key features that can be checked against official information.
Sources and updates
Every hotel page links to an official source. Before booking, confirm availability, included services, mandatory fees, seasonal opening and cancellation terms. Details may change after our last review date.
Editorial independence
The current site has no paid placements, affiliate tracking identifiers or sponsored positions. Any future commercial placement must be clearly labelled.