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City Breaks with a Twist

18th August 2025
Crane Hotel Faralda, Amsterdam

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.

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City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

Four Sisters Boatel

Edinburgh - Scotland

Sleeps 6

A unique luxury boatel in the heart of the wonderful city of Edinburgh.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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!

City Breaks with a Twist

Santorini

New Islington - Greater Manchester

Sleeps 6

This marvellous, minimalist apartment in central Manchester pays homage to the charming allure of Santorini with its arches and whitewashed walls.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

Bingham Riverhouse

Richmond - London

2 per room

This boutique London hotel offers charming, luxurious suites, a fab restaurant and a wonderful spa for restorative treatments.

City Breaks with a Twist

Casa Chafariz

Lisboa - Lisboa

2-6 per apartment

Escape to Casa Chafariz, an iconic Lisbon building with luxury serviced apartments and stunning views.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

Camden Lodge Bath

Bath - Somerset

Sleeps 5

Stunning two bedroom detached cottage in the heart of Bath’s most exclusive neighbourhood, with walled garden.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

The Georgian Townhouse

York - North Yorkshire

Sleeps 11

Grand, beautiful Grade II listed home in York offering large groups an opulent stay.

City Breaks with a Twist

Titanic Hotel

Liverpool - England

Sleeps 2

Lie in late at this luxurious hotel with a spa in Liverpool's historic docks.

City Breaks with a Twist

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!

City Breaks with a Twist

Stylish Wide Beam Boat

Little Venice - London

Sleeps 4

Modern, stylish canal boat with wood burner, fire pit, roof top deck chairs and stunning views in exclusive and elegant Little Venice, London

City Breaks with a Twist

Show and Tell

Prenzlauer Berg - Berlin

Sleeps 8

Bright, modern, stylish apartment in Berlin offering a comfy base from which to explore the city.

City Breaks with a Twist

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.

City Breaks with a Twist

Bay View Naples

Naples - Italy

4 +1

Stylish apartment close to Naples offering sublime views out across the bay.

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