Blogger Picks: Hotels for Foodies

“Does your ideal hotel come with a big helping of good food and drink? We’ve asked five bloggers to share their top hotel stays for hungry travellers, and their choices range from homestyle heaven in the American South to sumptuous afternoon teas in historic hotels. If you aren’t feeling hungry now, you soon will be…

Our panel

– Portia Jones, Pip and the City
– Melissa Williams, Diary of a Jewellery Lover
– Simon Burrell, Our Man on the Ground
– Keri Allan, Ladies What Travel
– Jessica Munday, Enjoy the Adventure

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Hotel Le Marias, New Orleans
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Chosen by: Melissa from Diary of a Jewellery Lover

“New Orleans has some amazing restaurants for refined Southern American cooking. Hotel Le Marias is a chic modern boutique hotel, in a quiet area but still in the heart of the French Quarter. It’s a short walk to Muriel’s in Jackson Square, which serves refined Creole cuisine. But watch out for the ghost, as the restaurant is reputedly haunted. You can also stroll to the Monteleone hotel for a perfect Sazerac cocktail. If you think your head is spinning after one too many, it’s not – it’s just the rotating bar!”

If you want to see more hotels in New Orleans, visit our New Orleans hotel guide page.

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Park Plaza, Cardiff
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Chosen by: Portia from Pip and the City

“I love a luxurious hotel stay, which is why one of my favourite places is the Park Plaza in Cardiff. You can enjoy a stylish stay right in the city centre of Cardiff. This stunning 129 room four-star hotel offers a health spa with swimming pool, bubbly spa bath and deluxe treatment rooms.

“The best thing about Park Plaza for me is enjoying a glass of wine outside on their peaceful private terrace. It’s like a little sanctuary in the heart of the city. Make sure you try one of the afternoon teas at the award-winning Laguna Kitchen & Bar. They are a proper ‘tower of loveliness’, with a superb selection of sweet treats.”

If you want to see more hotels in Cardiff, visit our Cardiff hotel guide page.

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Park Hyatt, Mallorca
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Chosen by: Simon from OMOTG

“For those of you looking for the perfect luxury retreat to escape the hectic city nine-to-five life, I can think of no better place than the beautiful 5-Star Park Hyatt Mallorca built into the side of a mountain overlooking Canyamel and designed to resemble a traditional Mallorquin hilltop village.

“With generously sized, beautifully fitted guestrooms and four fabulous restaurants, you will have plenty to look forward to each day, not to mention the fabulous Serenitas Spa and fully equipped fitness centre.”

If you want to see more hotels in Mallorca, visit our Mallorca hotel guide page.

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Grand Hotel, Oslo
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Chosen by: Keri from Ladies What Travel

“Since opening its doors in 1874, the Grand Hotel Oslo has hosted everyone from artists and celebrities to world leaders and Nobel Prize winners.

“Inside, classical staircases and marble floors contrast with the ultra modern bar, complete with a neon homage to Edvard Munch’s The Scream. Be sure to visit the Palmen restaurant for one of Norway’s most luxurious afternoon tea experiences!”

If you want to see more hotels in Oslo, visit our Oslo hotel guide page.

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25hours Hotel Bikini, Berlin
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Chosen by: Jessica from Enjoy the Adventure

“If you are looking for somewhere fun, stylish and unique then 25hours is for you. Rooms can be booked with views overlooking the zoo, where you can watch the monkeys hanging out while relaxing in your own hammock. Head to the Neni restaurant for a taste sensation of Spanish, Persian and Morocco influences. Then spend the evening soaking up the atmosphere in the rooftop bar.”

If you want to see more hotels in Berlin, visit our Berlin hotel guide page.“