LGBTQ+ travel stories & luxury escapes
Discovering the very best LGBTQ+ hotels to the ones we would give a miss to in the future. We've tested each for inclusivity, location, and genuine service. From the boutique city stays to luxury resorts, covering what is important for queer travellers.
Discover where to book with confidence, earn loyalty points, and feel truly welcome from check-in to checkout.
Our hotel reviews go beyond star ratings. We look for LGBTQ+ friendliness, neighborhood safety, staff inclusivity, and the little details that make a stay memorable. Whether you're chasing points or seeking luxury, we've tried it first.
Our honest Pan Pacific London review: a luxurious weekend stay using Amex Platinum Fine Hotels + Resorts benefits. From suite upgrades to infinity pool views, here's what we really thought.
From rooftop saunas in Schöneberg to boutique hotels near Berghain, we've stayed in Berlin's best gay hotels so you don't have to guess. Here's where to book for Pride, clubbing marathons, or just proper German breakfast.
Treehouse Boutique Hotel Cape Town delivered exceptional staff, perfect Green Point location, and genuine warmth for R2,800/night. Our honest review from two first-timers who'd choose it over expensive waterfront properties.
Our honest RIU Plaza Berlin review: central Schöneberg location near gay scene and KaDeWe, spacious suites with freestanding baths, but tired rooms and inconsistent maintenance. Is this 4-star hotel worth €150 per night?
Our honest art'otel Cologne review: front-row Rhine views for New Year's fireworks, gay-friendly vibes, free Radisson breakfast perks, and why this design hotel is perfect for couples.
Our honest Hotel Berlin Berlin review: spacious modern rooms near Nollendorfplatz gay scene, excellent U-Bahn access, Radisson loyalty upgrades. But €22 breakfast disappoints and rooms lack boutique charm. Is this Radisson Individuals property worth €80-120 per night?
Our 4-day Amazon rainforest tour from Manaus cost US$533pp including overnight jungle camping. Here's what wildlife we actually saw, why we needed a bathroom buddy at 2am, and whether it's worth the 5-hour transfer.
Our decade of stays at Park Plaza Wallstreet Hotel Berlin Mitte revealed why this Radisson became our Berlin go-to. From spacious junior suites and brilliant transport links to that excellent breakfast, discover what made this hotel special and where to stay now it's closed.
Spacious apartment-style rooms with full kitchens and washer-dryers, excellent pool and sauna facilities, and genuinely welcoming staff make this a top choice for LGBTQ+ travellers near Koelnmesse.
Tell us your destination and travel style, and we'll share our top picks for LGBTQ+ friendly stays, from budget boutiques to five-star luxury.
