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Looking ahead to 2026? Europe’s most extraordinary heritage hotels have just been revealed – and they’re calling. The winners of the Historic Hotels of Europe Awards 2025 celebrate the places that go beyond beautiful buildings: destinations where history is woven into the experience, hospitality comes from the heart, and every detail reflects generations of care. From vineyard castles in Germany to coastal gems in Ireland and mountain hideaways in Sweden, these award-winning stays are the ones to seek out in the year ahead.

Winners of the Historic Hotels of Europe Awards:

Historic Castle Hotel Award 2025

Gold Winner: Schloss Frankenberg, Germany
Amid the rolling vineyards of Franconia, Schloss Frankenberg offers a stay shaped by history and craftsmanship. This beautifully restored castle invites guests to savour wine, culture, and refined calm.

Silver Winner: Chateau Liblice, Czech Republic
Bronze Winner: Roch Castle, Wales

Historic Hotel City Award 2025

Gold Winner: Hotel Stefanie, Austria
Vienna’s oldest hotel has been welcoming guests since 1600 – a piece of the city’s history just across the Danube Canal. Hotel Stefanie remains a touchstone of Viennese hospitality – elegant, unhurried, and steeped in quiet tradition.

Silver Winner: Granville Hotel, Ireland
Bronze Winner: Capsis Bristol Boutique Hotel, Greece

Historic Countryside Hotel Award 2025

Gold Winner: Chateau Třešť, Czech Republic
Set among forests and gentle hills in the heart of Bohemia, Chateau Třešť is a tranquil retreat where history lingers in every detail. Today, it welcomes guests to peaceful parklands, graceful interiors, and the ease of country life.

Silver Winner: Hotel Falken, Switzerland
Bronze Winner: Wallby Säteri Hotel, Sweden

Historic Top Hotel Restaurant Award 2025

Gold Winner: Hotel l’Hélios & Spa, France
High above Méribel, Hotel l’Hélios & Spa pairs Alpine luxury with accomplished cuisine. Its restaurant honours the flavours of the French Alps, with sweeping mountain views and an understated, polished style.

Silver Winner: Ghan House, Ireland
Bronze Winner: Palazzo Tiglio, Italy

Historic Wedding Venue Award 2025

Gold Winner: Fernhill House Hotel, Ireland
Set within landscaped gardens overlooking Clonakilty Bay, Fernhill House Hotel is a family-run retreat, where generations of care and attention make each and every wedding celebration feel personal and unforgettable.

Silver Winner: Hotel Gino Park Palace, Slovakia
Bronze Winner: Villa Bergzauber, Austria

Historic Romantic Hideaway Hotel Award 2025

Gold Winner: Sundbyholms Slott, Sweden
Beside Lake Mälaren, Sundbyholms Slott matches historic grandeur with waterside tranquillity. Couples come for the serene setting, romantic suites, and garden walks that echo centuries of Swedish history.

Silver Winner: Talaria Resort & Spa, Poland
Bronze Winner: Hotel Agava, Croatia

Historic Eco-Hotel Award 2025

Gold Winner: Toftaholm Manor, Sweden
Framed by forest and lake in southern Sweden, Toftaholm Manor pairs 19th-century heritage with genuine care for the environment. A Green Key-certified property, it embraces solar-heated relaxation spaces, wood-fired saunas, and local, seasonal produce – making sustainability feel as natural as the setting.

Silver Winner: Hotel Park, Norway
Bronze Winner: Hotel Villa Schuler, Italy

Historic Art of Hospitality Award 2025

Gold Winner: Dingle Benners Hotel, Ireland
At the heart of Dingle town on the wild Atlantic coast, Dingle Benners Hotel embodies the easy warmth of Irish hospitality. Family traditions, fireside comfort, and a genuine welcome define every stay – the kind of care that turns a visit into a friendship and a hotel into a home.

Silver Winner: Adriatik Hotel, Albania
Bronze Winner: Hotel Lisboa Plaza, Portugal

Historic “A Story to Share” Hotel Award 2025

Gold Winner: Palazzo Santa Maria, Greece
A sanctuary of heritage in Paros, Palazzo Santa Maria weaves together stories of Venetian, Greek, and island life. Every stone and courtyard tells a tale – a living testament to place and memory.

Silver Winner: The Rose and Crown, England
Bronze Winner: Vadstena Klosterhotel, Sweden

Historic Hotels of Europe Best Ambassador 2025

Gold Winner: Kyrimai Hotel, Greece
At the southern tip of the Mani Peninsula, Kyrimai Hotel brings 19th-century history to life blending heritage architecture with authentic Greek hospitality – a true ambassador of the Historic Hotels of Europe spirit.

Silver Winner: Allegory Boutique Hotel, Greece
Bronze Winner: Castello di Gargonza, Italy

Lifetime Achievement Award in Hospitality 2025

Recipient: Allegory Boutique Hotel, Greece
This special honour recognises Allegory Boutique Hotel for its long-standing excellence, innovation, and commitment to service – welcoming guests not just with luxury, but with genuine care and connection.

Each of this year’s winners demonstrates the values that define the Historic Hotels of Europe: authenticity, cultural stewardship, and the art of memorable welcome. Together, they show the enduring power of Europe’s heritage – where every stay tells a story. Explore the full list of 2025 winners and their remarkable stories at https://historichotelsofeurope.com/awards/