The Ichibancho and Kokubuncho districts form the lively downtown core of Sendai, a short walk from the station along the green Jozenji-dori. Ichibancho is the shopping-arcade heart of the city,

Sendai Station is the city’s main hub, served by the Shinkansen, local lines, and the Loople sightseeing bus, making it the most convenient base for both exploring Sendai and travelling

Sergiev Posad is a compact town, and the great majority of its hotels sit within easy walking distance of the Trinity Lavra — in many cases with the domes visible

For a more traditional experience, Hida-Takayama is dotted with ryokan and onsen hotels where you can soak in hot-spring baths and enjoy Hida-beef kaiseki dinners. These stays cost more than

Staying near Takayama Station and the old town is the most convenient choice for most visitors. You are within an easy walk of Sanmachi, the morning markets and the bus

Tokyo is vast, and where you stay shapes your whole trip — from neon-soaked nightlife hubs to traditional temple towns and calm bayside retreats. The good news is that every

Real, well-reviewed budget and value stays in central Veliky Novgorod, chosen for rating, proven review numbers and price, near the Detinets and the river.

Real, well-reviewed budget and value hotels in central Volgograd, chosen for rating, proven review numbers and price, near the embankment and the memorials.

Minato Mirai 21 is the most scenic place to stay in Yokohama, a waterfront district of high-rise hotels with bay and skyline views, steps from shopping, museums, and the harbour

The Yokohama Station and Sakuragicho area is the city’s busiest transport hub and its best-value base, packed with dependable business hotels at fair rates. From here trains fan out to