Grand Hotel Urban

The spacious communal areas are all wooden floors and clean white walls, giving the hotel a light and natural feel. There are several outdoor seating areas with comfy couches and dining tables, all elegantly lit at night, and occasionally with a dash of live music. The bar on the top floor is, however, the piece de resistance and has chic leather stools and excellent views. Expect a good range of Malagasy and Mediterranean dishes, including a delicious seafood paella, in the restaurant, and there's also a small wellness centre that offers a range of spa treatments and massages.

45 double and twin rooms are spread over seven floors. They range in size quite considerably from the 16m² business rooms to the suites, which are double the size and have an additional seating area. Most rooms have a balcony or a furnished terrace, and the views get better as you go up. They all have beautiful wooden floors, modern furnishings and neutral linens, enhancing the sense of space and offering a smart, minimalist feel. En-suite bathrooms are compact but make efficient use of space and come with complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. There's air con in all rooms as well.