Looking for Europe’s Best Hotels? Well that’s really too hard to pick but here are some contenders and less well-known picks for a luxury stay in Europe, or at the very least an interesting one.

Four Seasons Hotel, Prague
On the banks of Vtava River this hotel consists of three historic buildings which cover the Renaissance, Baroque and Classic styles. The location here is supreme, in the “Golden City” with views across Charles Bridge and Charles Castle. The Jewish Town is within five minutes walk. The Four Seasons is Prague’s most luxurious hotel and this year the Allegro, the hotel’s signature restaurant gained a Michelin star under chef Andrea Accordi.

The Four Seasons, Prague

Mystique of Santorini, Greece
Perched at the top of the fabled Oia cliffs with unreal views across the turquoise Mediterranean Mystique of Santorini resort has everything. Literally, the antiques, the infinity edged pool and some excellent home-grown wines. This is boutique luxury at its best with only 18 suites all of which have picture perfect sea-facing terraces. Some suites also have jacuzzis while the Air of Mystery and Air of Secrecy Villas are make you feel like you are on your own private Greek Island

Mystique of Santorini

The Dolder Grand, Zurich, Switzerland
This Neo-Gothic pile was originally built in 1899 but has recently reopened after a $450 million four-year renovation - trust the Swiss not to do a half-hearted job! The top suites at The Dolder Grand are all different and include the Maestro inspired by, Herbert von Karajan, conductor. Classical music influences classical architecture: at the highest point in the tower of the main building is the Maestro Suite. In contrast Suite101 was inspired by the Rolling Stones and features “retro-style furniture and a predominantly black and pink décor redolent of the Swinging Sixties”.

The Dolder Grand, Zurich

Chateau de la Chevre d’Or, French Riviera
Fit for Cary Grant or Grace Kelly, this historic property has a commanding hillside location in the village of Eze on the French Riviera. The 33 individually decorated rooms spill over two floors. The hotel’s restaurant has the French impressed so is probably worth checking out - though not without reservations one imagines.

Chateau de la Chevre D'Or

Das Park Hotel, Linz, Austria
This centrally located hotel boasts minimalist decor - very minimalist. OK yes its a drainpipe - but a nicely decorated one! Not quite 5-star though as the Das Park drainpipes don’t come with en-suite (you use the park’s facilities) they are secure with electronic access, a skylight, a side lamp and a 220V power point for recharging those electronic necessities. The price: pay what you can afford but reservations essential. OK not 5-star facilities but 5-stars for unusual - only open during the summer months.

Das Park Hotel, Linz