I look at its ethos: is it linked to its territory and culture? How much effort is put in offering locally sourced products, and how genuine is the hoteliers welcome.
I look more to the good taste and the attention to detail in the décor, to the quality of the materials and fabrics chosen, and how personalized is the hoteliers service.
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Sant Antonio Di Gallura, Sardinia
Small country resort on the shores of Lake Liscia. Jaw-dropping view basking in the heady scent of the Mediterranean maquis.
Bastelica, Corsica
Design hotel meets wild Corsica. Smart bolt hole in the leafy heart of the island with the most fabulous in-bed views.
Bidarray, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
A cluster of three authentic houses dating back to 1665, turned small luxury hotel and gastronomic restaurant.
La Roque-sur-Pernes, Provence
Offering magical moments in the heart of Provence, this 11th century chateau provides panoramic views and charming stone terraces.
Gergei, Sardinia
Gorgeous B&B in the leafy heart of the island. A stay here is probably as close as you can get to real-Sardinia.
Honfleur, Normandy
Ideally positioned, near Honfleur, in the heart of Normandy, a breathtakingly beautiful retreat, charmingly renovated 18th-century guesthouses with a luxurious indoor pool.
