Curated luxury hotels in European Union

Offering a 300-metre long private lakeshore at Lake Locarno, the luxurious Castello del Sole features a spacious wellness centre with a gym, tennis courts and a golf course. It is surrounded by a 14-hectare big private park.

All rooms and suites come with air conditioning, free wired internet access, cable TV and balcony. The private bathrooms are equipped with toiletries, bathrobes and slippers.

Directly on the lakeshore guests can have a drink at the Spiaggia bar and terrace. The various à la carte restaurants serve an international cuisine including sea food specialities. They offer outdoor dining options on the summer terrace.

The Castello del Sole offers a playground for children and a rich animation programme in July and August. Baby sitting services are offered throughout the year on request.

Guests can rent motor boats and bicycles. The centre of Ascona is 1.5 km away and Locarno is 3 km from the Castello. Free parking is available on site.

With a stay at Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's, you'll be centrally located in Brussels – a 2-minute drive from Avenue Louise and 6 minutes from European Union Parliament Building. This luxury hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from La Grand Place and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Brussels Christmas Market.

With a stay at Hotel Therme Meran - Terme Merano, you'll be centrally located in Merano, steps from Merano Christmas Market and Kurhaus. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Merano Thermal Baths and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens.

Owned by the Bucher family for 3 generations, Villa Serbelloni stands at the end of the Bellagio promontory, with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It features 2 gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spa with beauty centre.

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni - The only Relais & Châteaux on Lake Como was transformed into a luxury 5-star hotel in 1873. The property boasts impressive staircases and frescoed ceilings. The grand hall, the Salone Reale, features splendid chandeliers in Murano glass.

Rooms are spacious and elegant, and each offers air conditioning, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a minibar. The décor is classic, with soft carpeted floors, wooden furniture, and unique details. Some rooms offer views of the lake.

The Mistral Restaurant was awarded with a Michelin star in 2005, and offers the chance to eat on a refined terrace with breathtaking views. La Goletta serves regional specialities in an informal setting. A full International breakfast buffet is served daily.

The spa is available for wellness and beauty treatments. Sports facilities include tennis and squash courts, and a gym with cardio-fitness machineries.

With a stay at Hôtel Annapurna in Courchevel (Courchevel 1850), you'll be steps from Suisses and Ferme. This family-friendly hotel is 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from Méribel Ski Resort and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chenus Gondola.

With a stay at Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom, you'll be centrally located in Cologne, steps from Cologne Cathedral and within a 5-minute drive of LANXESS Arena. This family-friendly hotel is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Phantasialand and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cologne Trade Fair Grounds.

With a stay at Hotel Raphael in Paris (Chaillot), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Place Charles de Gaulle and Champs-Élysées. This family-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Arc de Triomphe and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Baccarat Museum.

A stay at Rocco Forte Hotel de la Ville places you in the heart of Rome, steps from Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Villa Borghese and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Trevi Fountain.

With a stay at Falkensteiner Spa Resort Mariánské Lázně, you'll be centrally located in Marianske Lazne, steps from St Vladimir Church and within a 10-minute walk of Fryderyk Chopin Monument. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Spa Colonnade and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ferdinand Spring Colonnade.

Located in Naples (Chiaia), De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton is within a 5-minute drive of Naples National Archaeological Museum and Piazza del Plebiscito. This family-friendly hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Royal Palace and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Teatro di San Carlo.

Located in Abano Terme, Tritone LUXURY HOTEL THERMAE & SPA has two restaurants, one only open during summer and two bars and a big garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has pool views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal.

All rooms at the hotel include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, dvd player, and a private bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer. Guest rooms at Tritone LUXURY HOTEL THERMAE & SPA feature air conditioning and a wardrobe.

A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property.

Guests can make use of the sauna.

For any tips on how to get around or what to do in the area, guests can ask at the reception.

Venice is 44 km from the accommodation, while Padova is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport, 47 km from Tritone LUXURY HOTEL THERMAE & SPA.

Located in Paris' Golden Triangle, Grand Powers is a 5-star boutique hotel in the 8th arrondissement. Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy the spa which has a Turkish bath, a sauna and a hot tub.

Some rooms and suites at the Grand Powers are decorated with parquet and a chimney, and some offer a balcony and views of the Eiffel Tower. Each room has a Smart TV and a Nespresso coffee machine, and the bathrooms have Dyptique toiletries.

The hotel serves an American buffet breakfast each morning. Guests can dine and enjoy a drink in the Café 52 restaurant and bar.

The Clefs d’Or Concierge at the hotel can provide tips on the area.

The Champs-Elysées is 250 metres from Grand Powers and Avenue Montaigne is 350 metres away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 18 km from the property.

With a stay at Santa Chiara Hotel in Venice (Santa Croce), you'll be steps from Grand Canal and Piazzale Roma. This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Port of Venice.

A stay at Hotel Indigo The Hague - Palace Noordeinde by IHG places you in the heart of The Hague, steps from Theater Diligentia and 4 minutes by foot from Museum de Gevangenpoort. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Scheveningen Beach and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Duinrell.

With a stay at San Montano Resort & Spa in Lacco Ameno, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ischia Port and Port of Forio. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Negombo Thermal Park and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Varulo Beach.

Located in Lavant, Dolomitengolf Suites is in the mountains – a 4-minute drive from Aguntum Museum and 9 minutes from Lienz Main Square. This golf hotel is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Tristacher See and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Zettersfeld Gondola.

This historic, 5-star hotel in Wartmannsroth is beside the Bayrische Rhön Nature Park. It offers rooms with antique furniture, an elegant spa, and fine Franconian food.

The spacious rooms of the Neumühle Resort & Spa combine classical and modern décor. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas.

The wellness area of the hotel Neumühle features different Jacuzzis, a modern fitness room, and a massage service. Other facilities include free rental bicycles and free tennis courts.

Franconian and international dishes are served in the Neumühle’s Resort & Spa restaurant every day. Guests can also try a wide range of wines.

The historic wine town of Hammelburg is just a 10-minute drive away from the Neumühle Resort & Spa. Leisure activities in the Wartmannsroth area include climbing, mountain biking, and golf.

With a stay at Hotel Palisad in Cajetina, you'll be on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Zlatiborsko Lake and Gold Gondola. This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Dino Park and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Ribnicko Lake.

With a stay at MUSA Lago Di Como in Sala Comacina, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Villa del Balbianello and Greenway del Lago di Como. This luxury hotel is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Lake Lugano and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Bellagio Port.

With a stay at Vista Verona, you'll be centrally located in Verona, steps from Juliet's House and within a 10-minute walk of Piazza delle Erbe. This luxury hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Porta Nuova and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Borgo Trento Hospital.