Travellers are increasingly looking for more than just a beautiful room and great service. Now, travel magazine Afar has revealed its list of the 40 best new and revamped hotels around the world, highlighting properties that capture the spirit of their destinations.
Of the 40 selected, 11 are in Europe - ranging from restored landmarks to stylish new openings in places that have long flown under the radar.
The best hotels in Europe for 2026
Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection, Florence
Housed in a group of 16th-century buildings which once contained a school, this spot just outside Florence offers the best of city life and that of surrounding Tuscany.
