Curated luxury hotels in Sahara Desert

This 5-star Kassandra resort is located on the edge of a pine forest, overlooking its private sandy beach. The beach has a volleyball court and a bar. Sunbeds and umbrellas provided upon charge.

The tasteful, air-conditioned rooms offer a balcony that overlooks the sea, mount Olympus or the hotel’s extensive gardens. They all have a satellite TV, minibar and marbled bathroom with hairdryer.

Wooden deck chairs, sun loungers and umbrellas are available around the fresh-water pool. Pool & Vitamin bar serves fresh juices and refreshments by the pool. There is free Wi-Fi access in all public areas.

American buffet breakfast is served at Myrtia Restaurant. Dinner buffets range from Italian, to BBQ, and show cooking. Magnolia Tavern serves traditional Greek dishes, and quality Greek wine from the Hotel’s well-stocked cellar.

Sports facilities include 2 tennis courts and table tennis. Active guests will also find a gym with sauna and hot tub. Children enjoy their own pool and playground area.

Bustling Kallithea offers many entertainment opportunities. Possidi Holidays tour desk organizes excursions, and offers car hire and transportation service. Free parking is available.

Located in Al-'Ula, Shaden Resort Al Ula, Managed by Accor is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Umm al-Daraj and Al'Ula Oasis. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from AlUla Museum and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Jebel Khuraibah.

With a stay at Hotel Giubileo in Pignola, you'll be 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Ski Sellata and 8.1 mi (13 km) from San Michele Arcangelo. This family-friendly hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from National Archaeological Museum - Palazzo Loffredo and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from Cathedral of San Gerardo.

With a stay at Palazzo Velabro, a Member of Design Hotels in Rome (Rome City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Roman Forum and Colosseum. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Pantheon and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Trevi Fountain.

A stay at Condotti Boutique Hotel places you in the heart of Rome, steps from Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Trevi Fountain and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pantheon.

With a stay at Ambassadors Residence Boutique Hotel Chania, you'll be centrally located in Chania, steps from Old Venetian Harbor and 9 minutes by foot from Chania Central Market. This luxury hotel is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Agia Marina Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Nea Chora Beach.

Against the enchanting Aegean, set by the beautiful beach Kolympithres, Astir of Paros offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars, swimming pool and children's pool.

All the rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, individually controlled air conditioning, electronic safety deposit box, minibar and marble bathroom.

Astir of Paros guests will enjoy a tennis court. Access to the gym is free.

Personalised services include room and concierge service. Babysitting and horse riding, as well as yacht and helicopter rental can be arranged upon request. The property also includes 3 private parking areas.

Dining options include a Chinese restaurant & sushi bar, situated by the sea, as well as a restaurant serving Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can also have a drink at the Nireus Bar, facing the swimming pool, or at the Amphitriti Bar.

With a stay at City Rose Hotel Suites in Amman (Tla' Al-Ali), you'll be steps from Ibn AlHaytham Hospital and 11 minutes by foot from King Hussein Cancer Center. This hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from University of Jordan and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Jordan University Hospital.

La Pineta is a modern, charming hotel located in the pretty little village of Acciaroli and set just 50 metres from the sea, with its own private, Blue-Flag beach. Wi-Fi is free throughout and a free internet station is also available.

Step out of your bright, spacious room into La Pineta’s charming gardens where you can expect breakfast on the terrace. Here you will find two swimming pools with hydromassage jets and sunbathing area.

Acciaroli’s picturesque harbour, where you will find a range of restaurants and bars is located just pleasant walking distance away as are sports facilities and all that the old town has to offer.

Rooms at La Pineta are furnished in a contemporary style and come equipped with LCD satellite television. On site enjoy drinks in the coffee bar or have a Mediterranean style lunch or dinner in La Pineta’s restaurant.

La Pineta features a play area and a children's menu is available, specially prepared by the chef.

During summer the hotel may only be bookable for weekly stays. From April to October beach service is included in the room rate. A parasol, 1 deck chair and 1 sun bed are provided for each room.

When you stay at Garden Hotel Ripa in Vieste, you'll be on the boardwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Pizzomunno and Gargano National Park. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Scialara o Castello and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Grotta dei Pipistrelli.

With a stay at Culture Hotel Centro Storico, you'll be centrally located in Naples, just a 4-minute walk from Spaccanapoli and 5 minutes by foot from Via Toledo. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Port of Naples and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Molo Beverello Port.

When you stay at Hotel Mediteran Conference & Spa resort in Bečići, you'll be on the beach – a 3-minute drive from Slovenska Beach and 6 minutes from Budva Marina. This beach hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Jaz Beach and 14.9 mi (24 km) from Kotor Bay.

With a stay at 8Piuhotel in Lecce, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lecce Obelisk and Porta Napoli. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Roman Amphitheater and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Piazza Sant'Oronzo.

When you stay at Hotel Villa Adriatica - Adults only in Supetar, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Petrinovic Mausoleum and Church of St. Petra. This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Port of Split and 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from Split Riva.

When you stay at Ariadne Beach - Adults Only in Agios Nikolaos, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Almiros and Ámmos. This beach hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Folk Museum and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Voulismeni.

Terra Umbra Hotel is set in the green Umbria countryside between Terni and Narni, both 15 minutes' drive away. There is a large pool with a hydromasage area in the gardens.

You can enjoy the quiet at Terra Umbra or play sports instead. There is a beach volleyball court here, a football pitch and a gym with sauna.

Terra Umbra's rooms are air conditioned and have a satellite TV and minibar. There is also a large-screen TV room and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Plenty of free parking is available at Hotel Terra Umbra. Drinks are served at the bar and there is a restaurant next door offering traditional Umbrian dishes.

Avantgarde Urban Taksim is centrally located in Istanbul – a 3-minute walk from Taksim Square and 5 minutes by foot from Republic Monument. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Acibadem Taksim Hospital and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Japon Kultur Merkezi.

A stay at La Sirenetta Park Hotel places you in the heart of Lipari, steps from Spiaggia Ficogrande and 4 minutes by foot from Strombolicchio. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Spiaggia Scari and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Red House.

When you stay at MPM Kalina Garden Hotel in Nessebar, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Sunny Beach and Aqua Paradise. This all-inclusive hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Nessebar South Beach and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Casino Hrizantema.

With a stay at Mercure Roma Corso Trieste, you'll be centrally located in Rome, within a 5-minute drive of Piazza Bologna and Borghese Gallery. This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Spanish Steps and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Villa Borghese.