Is there a problem with asking a simple question? The 'reason' KLouis is to read about the 'favourite' hotels of others. But there is little of interest in hearing about someone's favourite if it is basically the same as any chain hotel anywhere. Seen one Hilton Courtyard Inn, seen them all more or less.

In what way is it 'bizarre' deniah? It's a simple question. What's your favourite non-chain hotel in Europe? Since you are posting in the Europe forum, presumably you have stayed in Europe. Is it the non-chain hotel that has you confused?