Stays with Stories

Take your accommodation experience to a deeper level.

These properties are part of the fabric of the place you’re visiting, offering stories that will stay with you long after your tour has ended. Here’s a sample of what you can expect on just three of our tours.

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Canada

Located in the heart of UNESCOlisted Banff National Park, this luxury mountain resort is known as Canada’s ‘Castle in the Rockies’, wowing guests with its spectacular scenery for more than 130 years. From cosy rooms tucked in quiet corners of the castle to rooms with sweeping Alberta Mountain views, this will be an exceptional stay. Secrets of the Rockies and Glacier National Park.

Hotel Cenacolo, Italy

Lovers of history will adore their stay at Hotel Cenacolo Assisi, once a Franciscan convent originally built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi. Feel like the clock is wound back as you admire the convent’s original features, including the ornate cloisters, courtyards and fountains. Wonders of Italy.

Oyster Box Hotel, South Africa

Your travels will reach a whole new level of luxury at The Oyster Box Hotel. One of South Africa’s best accommodation, this multi-award winning five-star hotel transports you to an elegant, old world with historic details, a lush garden terrace and ocean views of Umhlanga Beach and Lighthouse. Best of South Africa (p.42).

As well as our Stays with Stories overnights, on our tours you’ll experience a mix of independent properties and trusted accommodation partners including Marriott, Hilton and W Hotels.