Globus Urban Hotel


With four stars and a spirited, fun, design interior, this is an appealing contemporary address between the central market and cathedral. Colourful fashion photographs add a touch of exuberance to 25 sleek rooms and complimentary drinks and nibbles are served to guests in the lounge each day between 5.30pm and 8.30pm.

Upon departure, grab a plain white luggage label at reception, pen your personalised comment, and hang your label on the artsy paper 'tree' outside. Rates tumble to less than half-price in low season.


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