Sofitel Brussels Europe, Belgium

• Five-star excellence: For designer chic courtesy of Parisian architect Philippe Capron, this five-star Brussels bolthole lures with too-cool aesthetics - think glass-walled waterfall, circular skylight reflecting black and white marble, and a dazzling mix of geometric shapes and graphic lines. It's also a 2019 Travellers' Choice pick among the top 10 luxury hotels in Belgium on Tripadvisor.

• Indulgent interiors: Soft creamy palettes, soothing-hued neutrals and splashes of colour spice up the spacious rooms and suites, all of which offer views over Leopold Park. Expect tasteful decor, sleek fixtures and fittings, and more-than-ample creature comforts. For further relaxation, make good use of the hammam or treat yourself to a massage.

• Creative cuisine: Find a bright and elegance setting awash in bold blue hues at The 1040, where creative bistronomy-style fare is served up Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner. You've also the 1040 bar for kicking back over a cocktail in a lounge-like setting.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.