Top 5: Our dream hotels for spring 2026
As the days grow longer and the first buds sprout, the desire for a change of scenery increases. Whether you’re looking for Mediterranean flair, alpine freshness, or urban elegance, we have curated five exclusive destinations that unfold their full magic in spring. It’s only December, and our thoughts are more likely to be on mulled wine than sunglasses. But let’s be honest: you can never start planning too early. If you wait until the crocuses are already blooming to make your reservations, you’ll rarely get a suite with a view. From the wild beauty of Corsica to the modern grandeur of Munich: here are our five favorites for the perfect start to the warm season.
1.
Grand Hotel Central, Barcelona
The infinity pool overlooking the Gothic Quarter. If you want to experience Barcelona, you have to be right in the middle of it. The Grand Hotel Central on Via Laietana is exactly that place. Classic elegance meets modern design in a 1920s building. The location is unbeatable: the trendy El Born district with its designer boutiques is right on the doorstep. The highlight: the rooftop pool. It is considered one of the most spectacular in the city.
Grand Hotel Central, Via Laietana 30, Barcelona.
2.
Miramonti Boutique Hotel, Südtirol
James Bond vibes above Merano. High above the spa town of Merano, in Hafling, the Miramonti clings to the rock face. The view? Breathtaking. In spring, when the apple blossoms explode down in the valley and snow still lies on the peaks above, the contrast here is at its most beautiful. The design is purist, alpine, and incredibly photogenic. You won’t want to check out of here.
Miramonti Boutique Hotel, St. Kathreinstraße 14, Hafling.
3.
The Amauris, Vienna
Viennese elegance on the Ring. Vienna and spring go together like melange coffee and Sachertorte. The recently opened The Amauris Vienna is prominently located on Kärntner Ring, just a few steps away from the State Opera House. Behind the historic 19th–century façade lies a boutique hotel in a class of its own, celebrating wood, marble, and contemporary design.
The Amauris Vienna, Kärntner Ring 8, Vienna.
4.
Königshof, Munich
The new landmark at Stachus. We waited a long time, but now it’s back: the Königshof is back, and how! As part of the “Luxury Collection,” the new building on Karlsplatz (Stachus) sets architectural standards. The striking façade divides opinion, but the interior convinces even the most skeptical. The view stretches across the old town to the Alps. There’s hardly a more luxurious way to welcome the Bavarian spring.
Königshof, Karlsplatz 25, Munich.
5.
A Pignata Ferme & Auberge, Corse
Slow life in the mountains of Corsica. If you’re looking for absolute peace and quiet instead of the hustle and bustle of the city, head to Levie in southern Corsica. The Ferme-Auberge A Pignata is tucked away in the mountains of Alta Rocca, surrounded by chestnut and oak forests. In spring, the maquis is bathed in a sea of colors and the air is crystal clear. Guests stay in charming stone houses, swim in the heated pool with mountain views, and enjoy the slow life.
A Pignata, Route du Pianu, Levie, Corse.
Coverphoto: Königshof München
