The Gardens Hotel

The Gardens Hotel takes its name seriously. Rooms open onto balconies or patios over the hotel's planted grounds, and guests rate it 9.8 out of 10, praising the gardens, clean rooms, friendly staff and the Angela Street address, a short walk from Duval Street and the Hemingway Home.

There are two outdoor pools, one heated, with a pool bar, sun loungers and umbrellas, plus massage treatments and bikes to rent. Jazz plays in the gardens on Sunday evenings. Pets are welcome, with bowls and a basket provided, and there's private parking.

Worth knowing

A few rooms have dated furnishings, and some guests heard maintenance work nearby. Check-in is from 4:00 PM, check-out at 11:00 AM. It's a strong choice for couples and anyone travelling with a dog who wants a quiet base inside Old Town.