The best hotels in The Mediterranean
The Mediterranean is not one destination but a temperament: late dinners, warm stone, water that stays swimmable long after northern Europe has given up.
This is the whole Mediterranean side of the collection in one place, ranked by the guests who stayed.
Where to stay in The Mediterranean
- Ethereum Mykonos — Psarou, Mykonos, Greece · 9.9/10 from 329 verified reviews
- Hotel Supetar — Cavtat, Croatia · 9.9/10 from 275 verified reviews
- Hotel Pellegrino — Praiano, Amalfi Coast, Italy · 9.9/10 from 191 verified reviews
- Palazzo Portinari Salviati — Florence, Italy · 9.9/10 from 156 verified reviews
- Damianos Mykonos Hotel — Mykonos, Greece · 9.8/10 from 1058 verified reviews
- Vila Origens Urban Beach Retreat — Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal · 9.8/10 from 797 verified reviews
- Can Joan Capó - Adults Only — Sineu, Mallorca, Spain · 9.8/10 from 411 verified reviews
- Hotel Miramalfi — Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Italy · 9.8/10 from 335 verified reviews
- La Monastica Resort & Spa — Borgo a Buggiano, Tuscany, Italy · 9.8/10 from 227 verified reviews
- Arantza Hotela — Navarra, Spain · 9.8/10 from 54 verified reviews
- Santre dolomythic home — Bressanone, South Tyrol, Italy · 9.7/10 from 1704 verified reviews
- Armerun Heritage Hotel & Residences — Šibenik, Croatia · 9.7/10 from 1151 verified reviews
- Tropicana Hotel, Suites & Villas Mykonos — Paradise Beach, Mykonos, Greece · 9.7/10 from 742 verified reviews
- Castelfalfi — Montaione, Tuscany, Italy 🇮🇹 · 9.7/10 from 625 verified reviews
- Maison Albar Hotels L'Amoure — Lousada, Portugal · 9.7/10 from 354 verified reviews
- ADLER Spa Resort Sicilia — Sicily, Italy · 9.7/10 from 328 verified reviews
- Maison Carla Rosa — Cannes, France · 9.7/10 from 150 verified reviews
- La Nauve, Hôtel & Jardin — Cognac, France · 9.7/10 from 125 verified reviews
- GA Palace Hotel & Spa, a XIXth-Century Villa — Porto, Portugal · 9.6/10 from 4068 verified reviews
- Adriatic Hotel by Maistra Collection — Rovinj, Croatia 🇭🇷 · 9.6/10 from 914 verified reviews
- Amazon Mykonos Resort & Spa — Agios Ioannis, Mykonos, Greece · 9.6/10 from 890 verified reviews
- Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti — Pinzolo, Dolomites, Italy · 9.6/10 from 682 verified reviews
- Kinsterna Hotel — Monemvasia, Peloponnese, Greece · 9.6/10 from 659 verified reviews
- Villa Cortine Palace Relais & Châteaux — Sirmione, Lake Garda, Italy · 9.6/10 from 581 verified reviews
- Villa Magalean Hotel & Spa — Hondarribia, Basque Country, Spain · 9.6/10 from 528 verified reviews
- Elounda Heights (Adults Only) — Elounda, Crete, Greece · 9.6/10 from 515 verified reviews
- Boutique Hotel Stresa — Stresa, Lake Maggiore, Italy · 9.6/10 from 241 verified reviews
- The Maybourne Riviera — Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France · 9.6/10 from 215 verified reviews
- Ca'n Beneït — Sóller, Mallorca, Spain 🇪🇸 · 9.6/10 from 173 verified reviews
- Hotel Gabriel — Menton, Cote d'Azur, French Riviera · 9.5/10 from 2607 verified reviews
- Nimbus My Aktis — Mykonos, Greece · 9.5/10 from 555 verified reviews
- Atrio — Estreito da Calheta, Madeira, Portugal · 9.5/10 from 421 verified reviews
- Octant Vila Monte — Moncarapacho, Algarve, Portugal · 9.5/10 from 401 verified reviews
- Domaine de Montagne - Hôtel Chalet Frère Joseph — Vosges, Alsace, France · 9.5/10 from 332 verified reviews
- Avidea Adults Only — Merano, South Tyrol, Italy · 9.5/10 from 159 verified reviews
- Cheval Blanc Paris — Paris, France · 9.5/10 from 85 verified reviews
- Orient Express La Dolce Vita — Rome to Venice — Rome to Venice, Italy 🇮🇹
When to go
June and September are the strongest months across the basin — the sea has warmed, the heat is workable, and the coast is not yet, or no longer, full.
Destinations within The Mediterranean
The Best Hotels on the Amalfi Coast
A landscape of vertical citrus groves and ancient maritime towns, the Amalfi Coast remains a cornerstone of the Mediterranean experience. Our collection focuses on the quiet corners of this famous shoreline, where the views are expansive and the pace remains traditionally slow. Looking for the best hotels in the Amalfi Coast? 2 places in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — Late spring and early autumn offer the most tempered weather and manageable crowds, particularly in May and September. The region becomes difficult to navigate in July and August due to intense heat and congestion, while many establishments close entirely during the quiet, damp winter months.
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The Best Hotels in Mykonos
Mykonos has two faces. There is the island of the postcard — whitewashed lanes, blue doors, the sun-hammered afternoons. And there is the quieter island that most guests never quite reach: the coves on the north shore, the tavernas above Ano Mera, the long walk back from dinner when the wind has finally stopped. Looking for the best hotels in Mykonos? 5 places in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — Mid-May to mid-June and late September to early October are the honest windows: hot enough to swim, calm enough to think. Peak July–August is spectacular but loud.
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The Best Hotels on the French Riviera
The Côte d'Azur most people picture — Cannes in May, superyachts, boulevards — is one week of the year. The rest of it is a quieter coast: gardens above the sea at Menton, small hotels behind the old harbour at Villefranche, gravel paths and lemon trees. Looking for the best hotels in the French Riviera? 3 places in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — April, May, June, and September are ideal. July and August are hot and busy.
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The Best Hotels in Mallorca
Mallorca has quietly become the Mediterranean island our most-travelled readers describe as their happy return. Not the beach clubs — the interior. Stone finca hotels, olive-terraced valleys, a village square with two restaurants and a church. Looking for the best hotels in Mallorca? 2 places in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — May, June, and September are ideal. April is beautiful but cool for swimming; October is warm and empty.
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The Best Hotels in Croatia
Croatia's coastline is one of the most beautiful in Europe and one of the most misread. The tourist rhythm concentrates on a small handful of towns; the country worth returning to sits between them. Looking for the best hotels in Croatia? 3 places in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — Late May to mid-June and September are ideal. October is warm enough for swimming and gloriously quiet.
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The Best Hotels in Sicily
Sicily is a land of archaeological grandeur and coastal repose, where the passage of time is measured in centuries rather than hours. Looking for the best hotels in Sicily? one place in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — Spring and early autumn offer the most temperate conditions for exploring ruins and coastal paths without the intense heat of August. The winter months can be surprisingly damp and many seasonal establishments close, while the height of summer brings heavy crowds and temperatures that may limit daytime activity.
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The Best Hotels in Crete
A refined coastal enclave where the rugged Cretan landscape meets the still, deep blues of Mirabello Bay. This is a destination defined by its elevation, offering quietude and a slower pace far removed from the island's busier corridors. Looking for the best hotels in Crete? one place in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — The months of May, June, and September offer the most temperate climate for exploring the coast without the intense heat of midsummer. We suggest avoiding the island between November and March, as many local establishments close and the maritime weather can become unpredictable and sharp.
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The Best Hotels in the Algarve
A region of dual identities, the Algarve balances the rugged drama of the Atlantic west with the serene, salt-scented lagoons of the east. Looking for the best hotels in the Algarve? 2 places in the The Mediterranean collection sit here, each chosen on verified guest scores rather than press material — May, June, and September offer the most comfortable temperatures and clearer light for exploration without the intense heat of August. The region remains relatively mild in winter, though many coastal businesses close and the Atlantic winds can feel particularly sharp from December through February.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mediterranean country has the best hotels?
By verified guest score, Italy and Greece lead our collection on volume, while Croatia and Portugal deliver the strongest value at comparable ratings.
How hot is the Mediterranean in August?
Increasingly uncomfortable inland and in the southern basin. Our readers increasingly shift to June and September, or move north for a coolcation.
When is the sea warmest?
August and early September — the sea lags the air by several weeks, which is why September swimming is so consistently praised in reviews.
Which are the best hotels in the Amalfi Coast?
2 properties in the Amalfi Coast qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. Late spring and early autumn offer the most tempered weather and manageable crowds, particularly in May and September. The region becomes difficult to navigate in July and August due to intense heat and congestion, while many establishments close entirely during the quiet, damp winter months.
Which are the best hotels in Mykonos?
5 properties in Mykonos qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. Mid-May to mid-June and late September to early October are the honest windows: hot enough to swim, calm enough to think. Peak July–August is spectacular but loud.
Which are the best hotels in the French Riviera?
3 properties in the French Riviera qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. April, May, June, and September are ideal. July and August are hot and busy.
Which are the best hotels in Mallorca?
2 properties in Mallorca qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. May, June, and September are ideal. April is beautiful but cool for swimming; October is warm and empty.
Which are the best hotels in Croatia?
3 properties in Croatia qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. Late May to mid-June and September are ideal. October is warm enough for swimming and gloriously quiet.
Which are the best hotels in Sicily?
One property in Sicily qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. Spring and early autumn offer the most temperate conditions for exploring ruins and coastal paths without the intense heat of August. The winter months can be surprisingly damp and many seasonal establishments close, while the height of summer brings heavy crowds and temperatures that may limit daytime activity.
Which are the best hotels in Crete?
One property in Crete qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. The months of May, June, and September offer the most temperate climate for exploring the coast without the intense heat of midsummer. We suggest avoiding the island between November and March, as many local establishments close and the maritime weather can become unpredictable and sharp.
Which are the best hotels in the Algarve?
2 properties in the Algarve qualify for the The Mediterranean collection, ranked on this page by verified guest score weighted against how many reviews back it. May, June, and September offer the most comfortable temperatures and clearer light for exploration without the intense heat of August. The region remains relatively mild in winter, though many coastal businesses close and the Atlantic winds can feel particularly sharp from December through February.
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