Spain
Where to stay in Barcelona
Ciutat Vella puts you inside the old town on foot; Eixample trades atmosphere for quieter, larger rooms a short metro ride away.
- Gothic Quarter
- El Born
- Eixample Dreta
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Japan
Where to stay in Kyoto
Stay within walking distance of a subway or JR station. Central Kyoto keeps temple mornings short and evenings flexible.
- Karasuma / Shijo
- Gion / Higashiyama
- Kyoto Station area
Portugal
Where to stay in Lisbon
Pick a neighbourhood by how much hill you want to climb. Baixa is flat and central; Alfama and Bairro Alto trade convenience for views.
- Baixa / Chiado
- Alfama
- Príncipe Real
Greece
Where to stay in Santorini
Caldera-view rooms cost the most and sell out first. Inland and beach villages offer the same island for far less.
- Oia
- Fira
- Imerovigli
Indonesia
Where to stay in Bali
Split your stay. Most trips work best as a few nights inland around Ubud plus a coastal base in the south.
- Ubud
- Canggu
- Seminyak
Morocco
Where to stay in Marrakech
A riad inside the medina puts you inside the story; Gueliz and Hivernage give you pools, parking and space.
- Medina
- Gueliz
- Hivernage
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