Curated luxury hotels in France

Conveniently placed on the A272 in the middle of Sussex countryside, this historic 5-star country inn encapsulates a balance between modern sensibility and rustic charm.

Halfway between Midhurst and Petworth, Halfway Bridge is suitably isolated for a weekend break in the beautiful South Downs National Park.

With its 5 open fires, the modern AA Rosette award winning restaurant presents a warm atmosphere reminiscent of its 17th-century roots. The menu features local ingredients and produce from London markets. The restaurant is also recommended in the Michelin Guide 2014. In the morning, a continental breakfast or a freshly prepared full English breakfast are on offer.

Its location is also convenient for links to Guildford, Portsmouth, Crawley and Chichester. The leisure resorts of Bognor Regis, Worthing and Brighton are also just a short distance away.

Situated in front of Salatà Beach in Roses, Maritim offers an outdoor pool with a sun terrace. All the air-conditioned rooms have free Wi-Fi and balconies.

The lounge and bar area at Hotel Maritim 4 Superior enjoy views over the Bay of Roses. A bar service is available at the poolside terrace, and the restaurant serves a range of local and international dishes.

Maritim Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Roses, on the Costa Brava. The Aiguamolls Natural Park is within 10 minutes' drive, while Figueres is 15 km away. Free public parking can be found next to the hotel.

Located in Wesel, Waldhotel Tannenhäuschen is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Hohe Mark Nature Park and Wesel Citadel. This luxury hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Willibrordi Cathedral and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Rhine.

With a stay at Relais Bellaria Hotel & Congressi in Bologna (Savena), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Piazza Maggiore and BolognaFiere. This golf hotel is 14 mi (22.5 km) from Unipol Arena and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Bellaria Hospital.

A stay at Hotel America places you in the heart of Trento, steps from Valle dell'Adige and Verde Tower. This hotel is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) from Lake Molveno and 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Buonconsiglio Castle.

With a stay at Hotel Campoamor, you'll be centrally located in Oviedo, steps from University of Oviedo and within a 5-minute walk of Campo de San Francisco. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Oviedo Cathedral and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Museum of Fine Arts.

With a stay at Bush Hotel Farnham, you'll be centrally located in Farnham, within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and North Downs Way - West. This hotel is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Surrey Hills and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Farnham Maltings.

A stay at Carlton Square Hotel places you in the heart of Haarlem, within a 15-minute walk of Frans Hals Museum and Cathedral of Saint Bavo. This luxury hotel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Keukenhof Gardens and 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Van Gogh Museum.

• City centre setting
• Modern and stylish interiors
• Grill restaurant and bar

You won’t find a better spot in Birmingham than the Leonardo Royal Hotel. It’s set down roots on Broad Street, right in the heart of the UK’s second city. It means you’re five minutes’ walk from the SEA Life Centre or LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, as well as the Utilita Arena. You’ve got the bars, restaurants and clubs of Broad Street on your doorstep. Plus, you’re walking distance from Birmingham New Street Station and the Bullring shopping centre.

But it doesn’t just let its location do the talking. The Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham is a seriously stylish customer, with slick rooms and public areas. The rooms all come with a flat-screen TV with Chromecast, so you can stream your favourite programmes. They also line up mini-fridges, Nespresso machines and free Wi-Fi.

As for food, Leo’s puts on a buffet breakfast with Continental and hot options. Or, you can order big plates, salads and sandwiches for lunch or dinner. There’s a chic-looking bar serving wine, beer, cocktails and soft drinks. And if you’re pooped after a day of shopping, meetings or socialising, then just order from the 24-hour room service menu.

Located in Rezzato, Villa Fenaroli Palace Hotel is a 4-minute drive from Mille Miglia Museum and 6 minutes from Noventa Bioviticoltori. This hotel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Santa Giulia Museum and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Museo della Città.

When you a stay at Blu Senales Active & Family Resort in Senales, you'll be near ski lifts, just steps from Vinschgau Valley and Ghiacciai Gondola. This ski hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Schnalstaler Gletscherbahn / Funivia Ghiacciai Val Senales and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ski Resort Val Senales.

When you stay at Anusca Palace Hotel in Castel San Pietro Terme, you'll be connected to a railway/underground station, within a 5-minute drive of Laghetto Scardoli and Library of Castel San Pietro Terme. This golf hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Piazzale Dante and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Castel Guelfo Outlets.

With a stay at Hotel Du Vin Cannizaro House in London (Wimbledon), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of River Thames and Sloane Square. This hotel is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Hyde Park and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Buckingham Palace.

A stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Bristol places you in the heart of Bristol, within a 5-minute walk of Bristol Beacon and Colston Hall. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from University of Bristol and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Banksy Graffiti Mild Mild West.

When you stay at VALARA Alpine Art Hotel in Tux, you'll be near ski lifts, just steps from Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort and Gletscherwelt Zillertal 3000. This spa hotel is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Eggalm Skiing and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Hintertux Glacier.

Only 450 metres away from the Nassereinbahn cable car, Apart Hotel San Antonio, Premium Sommerkarte inkludiert offers rooms and apartments with balcony in a sunny and quiet location in St. Anton am Arlberg.

The restaurant San Antonio serves Austrian and international cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas. On request, fresh bread rolls can be delivered to your apartment every morning.

The San Antonio offers free parking and has a spa area with sauna, solarium and steam bath. The rooms as well as apartments are cleaned daily.

A cross-country ski run, a toboggan run, and a ski school are only steps away from Apart Hotel San Antonio, Premium Sommerkarte inkludiert.

Located in Tegernsee, A-ROSA Tegernsee is next to a golf course – a 5-minute walk from Museum Tegernseer Tal and 7 minutes by foot from Lake Tegernsee. This golf hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Rottach-Egern Tegernsee Ferry Station and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Wallberg Cable Car.

With a stay at Hotel Montecarlo Spa & Wellness in Roses (Santa Margarida), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Roses Beach and Cap de Creus. This spa hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Platja de Sant Margarida and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Aventura Nautica.

In the heart of Pozza Di Fassa, Hotel Gran Baita Val di Fassa has a modern wellness centre, a mini club with a children's playground and an excellent restaurant. The Buffaure and Aloch ski lifts are 800 metres away.

You can relax in the spa, which is complete with steam bath, hot tub, Finnish sauna, and relaxation area. Discounts to access the QC Terme wellness centre are also available

The guest rooms of Hotel Gran Baita are all spacious and comfortable. They come with satellite TV, and internet access is available at a surcharge. Most rooms have a balcony and views over the Dolomites.

The elegant restaurant has a varied menu of regional specialities and international cuisine, as well as children's menus. An extensive breakfast is available daily and a welcome drink is served on arrival.

Occasionally, the hotel may only be bookable for weekly stays, from Sunday to Sunday.

You'll be centrally located in Zermatt with a stay at Hotel ZERMAMA Zermatt; you'll be 14 minutes by foot from Zermatt-Furi Gondola. This hotel is within the vicinity of Matterhorn Glacier Ride and Klein Matterhorn Cable Car.