Our last post on private islands was always going to be hard to top, so we were thinking, what could be better than a private island paradise. One of the few things that comes to mind is living like royalty in one of Europe's famous palace hotels. From the glitz and glam of St Moritz, to the understated luxury of Cap Ferrat, these hotels are the perfect place to spend your summer in Europe.
Castello Del Nero | Tuscany | Italy
Ever wondered what the life of Tuscan Nobility was like? Experience true Italian hospitality at this Tuscan Castle, once the home of the Noble Del Nero family. Nestled in 740 acres of forests, vineyards and olive groves, the Del Nero Estate is the personification of the Chianti Countryside. While the resort offers shuttles to Florence and Siena, the vast variety of activities on offer here means guests rarely want to leave. From Wine and Olive oil tastings in the 12th century cellar, to cooking classes with the Michelin Star chef and excursions around the estate and surrounding villages, every moment spent here is bound to be wonderful.
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Chateaux St Martin and Spa | Vence | France
While other hotels on this list have hundreds of years of history, this Oetker Collection Hotel dates back all the way to 350 AD. In 1115 the Count of Provence bequeathed the property to the crusaders and in 1150 the Château became the stronghold of the Knights Templar, who naturally valued it for its strategic position high in the hills. Today this hotel is famous with the world's jet set for its high levels of service and luxury and its location on the French Riviera. Within a short drive of Château Saint-Martin & Spa are many towns with their own special reason to visit. Eze’s exotic garden high in the hilltops, or the Biot manufacturers of their unique "bubble glass"; Cannes, Monaco and Antibes which need little introduction.
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Ashford Castle | Scotland
With a storied history dating back to the 13th century, Ashford castle has seen it all, from Luxurious Celebrity weddings, to bloody battles fought along the battlements. Once owned by the famous Guinness family, the castle and it's grounds are now a luxurious hotel that is a member of Leading Hotels of the World. Activities for guests include horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, falconry and a lot more. One thing is for sure, the luxury and service at this caste is sure to leave you feeling like royalty.
Badrutts Palace Hotel | St Moritz | Switzerland
Since it opened in 1896, the Badrutts Palace hotel has bee delighting guests with their unique style, service and glamour. Past guests of this hotel include Audrey Hepburn, Charlie Chaplin and Marlene Dietrich, and it's still the favourite of the global elite. Le Grand Hall, the spacious lobby, is a favorite see-and be-seen, whether après-ski or during the summertime when the hotel bustles with wellness seekers who come for the region's magnificent landscapes, as well as for the hotel's renowned spa, the Palace Wellness. Everything at Badrutt's Palace Hotel is high-profile and big name. Each of the rooms and suites comes with personalized butler service, and King's Club is St. Moritz's most buzzed-about nightclub.
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