Curated luxury hotels in Sahara Desert

With a stay at Relais Castrum Boccea in Rome, you'll be 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Università degli Studi Niccolò Cusano and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Agostino Gemelli University Hospital. This hotel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Lake Bracciano and 11.8 mi (19 km) from Olgiata Golf Club.

Located in Ragusa, Hotel Parco della Rocca is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Spiaggia di Torre di Mezzo and Spiaggia di Punta Secca. This beach hotel is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Marina di Ragusa Beach and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Spiaggia di Anticaglie.

A stay at Hotel Krušo places you in the heart of Herceg Novi, within a 5-minute drive of Clock Tower and Kanli Kula Fortress. This beach hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Savina Monastery and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Kotor Bay.

With a private beach in Kuşadası, this resort boasts 2 outdoor pools with water slides and a Turkish bath. Facilities include a fitness centre, sauna and a tennis court.

The air-conditioned rooms at Kustur Club Holiday Village have a modern décor and are fitted with satellite TV and minibars. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas.

Kustur’s pools are surrounded by sun loungers and shaded seating. Guests can opt for a massage in the wellness centre or take a day trip to the ancient city of Ephesus, 25 minutes’ drive away. For younger guests, a miniclub is available from 10:00 until 12:00 and from 14:30 until 17:30.

The hotel’s 3 restaurants server diverse cuisine, ranging from Italian and Turkish to Far East specialities. Kustur Club also offers a pancake tent, while cocktails and beer are available at its 5 bars.

Kustur Club Holiday Village is 4.5 km away from the centre of Kuşadası.

When you stay at RK Beach Hotel in Santorini, you'll be on the beach – a 1-minute drive from Kamari Beach and 7 minutes from Ancient Thira. This beach hotel is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Athinios Port and 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from Santorini Caldera.

When you stay at Avenue Deluxe in Burgas, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Izgrev Park and Mall Galleria Burgas. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Lazur Stadium and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Soviet Army Monument.

A stay at Ippoliti Hotel places you in the heart of Nafplio, steps from Nafplion Promenade and Archaeological Museum of Nafplio. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Constitution Square and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Nafplio Lighthouse.

With a stay at Burcu Kaya Hotel in Ürgüp, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Göreme National Park and 6 minutes from Goreme Open Air Museum. This hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Love Valley and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Hallacdere Monastery.

Giulivo Hotel and Village is set directly on Baia Domizia beachfront, with its own private pool, gardens and beach. Most rooms offer lovely sea views from their balconies. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.

A short stroll through shady pinewoods will take you right to the beach, where you will find the sun umbrellas and loungers provided by Hotel Giulivo.

In July and August entertainment for adults and children is organised here, with archery, bowls, table tennis beach volley and more. There is also a gym you can use inside, as well as a sauna.

In the evening relax and listen to the cabaret, enjoy a dance or just go for a quick drink in Hotel Giulivo's piano bar.

Hotel Giulivo can organise a variety of excursions for you to nearby destinations such as Caserta, Rome or Naples.

With a stay at Cyprotel Florida Hotel in Ayia Napa (Ayia Napa City Center), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay. This beach hotel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Makronissos Beach and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Pantachou Beach.

Set amongst olive groves, just 20 metres from a beach in Molyvos, Aphrodite Hotel offers a pool and 2 restaurants. It features a tennis court and rooms with free Wi-Fi and balconies with Aegean Sea or mountain views.

Featuring warm colours, all the air-conditioned rooms at the Aphrodite have an LCD satellite TV and fridge. Each has a hairdryer and safe. Some units offer a seating area.

A buffet breakfast and dinner are served at the restaurant or on the terrace. The Greek Breakfast includes various bread types, homemade jams, fresh fruit and an array of local products. BBQ nights are organized on the beach. The seafront tavern serves coffee, lunch and dinner including fresh fish. Drinks are provided at the lounge bar.

Free sun loungers are available on the sun terrace. Guests can relax in the sauna, while water sports facilities such as windsurfing are available on the beach.

Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange bicycle rental. Molyvos is 1.5 km away. The famous Eftalou area with hot springs and beaches is at 4 km.

With a stay at El Sheikh Suites Hotel in Beirut (Hamra), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of American University of Beirut and Hamra Street. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Agial Art Gallery and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Beirut Corniche.

With a stay at Casa De Maris Spa & Resort Hotel - Adult Only +16 in Marmaris (Marmaris City Center), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Marmaris Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Marmaris Bar Street. This all-inclusive property is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Marmaris Grand Bazaar and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Icmeler Beach.

With a stay at Hotel Metropolis, you'll be centrally located in Rome, within a 5-minute drive of Piazza Navona and Villa Borghese. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from St. Peter's Square and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Sistine Chapel.

Located in Ksamil, 300 metres from Ksamil Beach 9, Duka's Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, all units at the hotel have a TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms include a balcony.

The breakfast offers buffet, continental or Italian options.

Offering an outdoor pool, Sa Iba Resort is set in Tertenìa, 29 km from Àrbatax. Free WiFi is featured .

All units are air conditioned and include a cable flat-screen TV. All units feature a dining area and a terrace. There is also a kitchenette, equipped with a microwave, fridge and stovetop. Free private parking is also available on site. Towels are offered.

Sa Iba Resort also includes a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar.

The area is popular for horse riding and cycling. Cagliari Elmas Airport is 110 km away.

With a stay at De Stefano Palace, you'll be centrally located in Ragusa, steps from Palazzo Bertini and within a 5-minute walk of Ragusa Superiore. This spa hotel is 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Corso Umberto I and 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Church of San Pietro.

I Ginepri Hotel is in the heart of Dorgali, within a 10-minute walk of Palmasera and Gulf of Orosei. This family-friendly hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Aquarium of Cala Gonone and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sos Dorroles Beach.

A stay at Residence Inn by Marriott Istanbul Atasehir places you in the heart of Istanbul – a 1-minute drive from Yeditepe University and 15 minutes from Maiden's Tower. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Bosphorus Bridge and 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from Blue Mosque.

Located in Bolu, Bolu Koru Hotels Spa & Convention is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Tokad-i Hayreddin Mausoleum and Becikoglu Shopping Center. This family-friendly resort is 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Abant Nature Park and 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Abant Izzet Baysal University.