1. Kempinski Hotel Dukes’ Palace, Bruges

The historic World Heritage city of Bruges is the home of this magnificent new hotel, opened in February 2008. The Kempinski Dukes’ Palace is housed in the restored 15th Century Prinsenhof, built for the marriage between Philip the Good and Isabelle of Portugal. The building has been meticulously decorated, retaining original features including the collection of royal paintings. The 93 bedrooms are individually designed to make best use of this historic building. Tel 0032 50 447882.

2. The Four Seasons Firenze is housed in Florence’s Renaissance Palazzo Della Gherardesca. The earliest parts of this palace and former convent date back to the fifteenth century and the hotel will feature frescoes, sculptures and works of art that have been displayed here for hundreds of years. There are 117 guest rooms and suites, and no two are the same. The decor is a blend of Renaissance artistry with high-tech comfort, and the best rooms overlooking the romantic inner courtyard or the extensive private gardens.

Both hotels include state of the art wireless internet access in all areas, and tranquil health spas.

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