Barcelona’s allure lies in its mix of history and modernity, drawing travelers to its vibrant streets and diverse neighborhoods. The question of where to stay is pivotal, shaping your experience of the city. In this guide, I’ve combed through Barcelona’s hundreds of hotels and narrowed them down to a few great properties, organized by neighborhood and budget.

Tokyo is the largest city in the world, and where you stay can greatly impact your time there. My husband and I have spent a collective 12 weeks in the city, and explored many of its central neighborhoods as we consider moving here. In this guide, I’ve combed through thousands of Tokyo’s hotels and narrowed them down to a few great properties, organized by neighborhood and budget.