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City Breaks with a Twist
Published 18th August 2025
Looking for a city break with a twist? We've picked some of our favourite urban escapes which are a little bit out of the ordinary.
Take your pick from a stunning houseboat moored in one of London's best spots, a floating hotel in Copenhagen, a weird and wonderful converted crane with a swimming pool at the very top - and lots more.
See our full collection of urban escapes. City Coolstays
Lightship Amsterdam
Amsterdam - The Netherlands
2 per room
This 70-year-old British lightship sits just a short paddle from Amsterdam centre, offering unfettered access and amazing views of the city's industrial hub.
The Netty
Oxford - Oxfordshire
2 per suite
Once a Victorian public toilet, The Netty offers two superb, romantic and beautifully-designed suites beneath the streets of Oxford.
Mooons Vienna
Vienna - Austria
2 per room
Luxury hotel in Vienna, perfect for romantic getaways and exploring this beautiful city in style. Enjoy city-wide views, a cool rooftop bar and a peaceful garden.
PYTCHAir
Bristol - Bristol
Sleeps 4
Live the billionaire lifestyle with a stay in this private Boeing 727 in Bristol with walnut panelling, gold accents and a private hot tub.
Four Sisters Boatel
Edinburgh - Scotland
Sleeps 6
A unique luxury boatel in the heart of the wonderful city of Edinburgh.
Amsterdam the Crane by YAYS
Amsterdam - North Holland
Sleeps 2
Luxury apartment converted from a vintage crane. Take in the finest views in all of old Amsterdam in this unique accommodation.
Dovecot Cottage
Edinburgh - Midlothian
Sleeps 2
Spectacular 17th century stone cottage for up to two people. Rustic-chic and quirky - it was once a home for pigeons!
Kimpton Clocktower
Manchester - Greater Manchester
2-4 per room
Boutique hotel in central Manchester with elegantly furnished rooms offering couples a fantastic base from which to explore this marvellous city.
Casa Chafariz
Lisboa - Lisboa
2-6 per apartment
Escape to Casa Chafariz, an iconic Lisbon building with luxury serviced apartments and stunning views.
Crane Hotel Faralda
Amsterdam - Noord-Holland
2 per room
Luxurious suites and spa pool suspended above Amsterdam in a restored crane offering spectacular views across the city.
Camden Lodge Bath
Bath - Somerset
Sleeps 5
Stunning two bedroom detached cottage in the heart of Bath’s most exclusive neighbourhood, with walled garden.
A Shade of Seville
Seville - Andalusia
Sleeps 10
This beautiful home for 10 in Seville is flooded with natural light and offers a great base from which to explore the city.
Beside the Seine Villa
Morsang-sur-Seine - France
Sleeps 14
Incredible villa on the banks of the River Seine offering spectacular views and lots of comfy social spaces.
The Stratford Hotel
Stratford - London
2-5 per room
Spectacular 145 room hotel inspired by New York's legendary long-stay buildings with destination restaurants, cocktail bar and gym in East London.
Chinnery House Apartments
Pimlico - United Kingdom
2-4 per apartment
These three superb apartments in London's Pimlico offer couples and small groups of friends a luxurious base from which to explore the city.
CPH Living
Copenhagen - Denmark
Sleeps 2
Check in to chic Copenhagen at this boutique, floating hotel with views of the city skyline, and within easy reach of the centre.
Pulitzer Paris
Paris - France
2-4 per suite
In Paris' Opera quarter, this chic hotel offers sunlit rooms, a relaxed bar and timeless Parisian charm.
Casa Luz
Barcelona - Barcelona
1-5 per room
Design-led city stay in central Barcelona with a rooftop terrace and sunset views over Plaça Universitat.
The Georgian Townhouse
York - North Yorkshire
Sleeps 11
Grand, beautiful Grade II listed home in York offering large groups an opulent stay.
Titanic Hotel
Liverpool - England
Sleeps 2
Lie in late at this luxurious hotel with a spa in Liverpool's historic docks.
The Harpy Houseboat
Tower Bridge - London
8 adults + 2
An historic London floating home with the postcard view of Tower Bridge - The Harpy is like no houseboat you’ve ever seen!
Show and Tell
Prenzlauer Berg - Berlin
Sleeps 8
Bright, modern, stylish apartment in Berlin offering a comfy base from which to explore the city.
Ca’ Longo Palace Velluto
Venice - Veneto
Sleeps 4
Beautifully refurbished Venetian apartment with canal views and a private terrace in the lively north of the city.
Bay View Naples
Naples - Italy
4 +1
Stylish apartment close to Naples offering sublime views out across the bay.
Drylaw House
Edinburgh - Scotland
Sleeps 24
Host the ultimate group get-together at this stately, Grade 1 listed Georgian manor, with room for 24 and just two miles from Edinburgh centre.
Edgar House
Chester - Cheshire
Sleeps 16
Grand regency townhouse overlooking the River Dee in the heart of Chester with exquisite interiors, games room and amazing home cinema room.
Pulitzer Barcelona
Barcelona - Barcelona
2 per suite
This gorgeous hotel sits in the heart of Barcelona offering beautiful suites, an amazing restaurant and fabulous access to all the city has to offer.