Le Pavillon de la Reine & Spa, Paris – France In keeping with its impressive eco-friendly ethos, Mangala Resort & Spa encourages guests to discover its surrounding lush patchwork of wetlands and palm forests by the most considerate means possible – from a nature walk guided by the resident naturalist, a kayak across the lake, or a cycle around the fauna-filled grounds accompanied by tropical birdsong. At the plaza’s centre stands a 17-metre high monument of Christopher Columbus surrounded by a cascading fountain. Pedal past impressive turn-of-the-century buildings and charming shady, squares. URSO Hotel & Spa, Madrid – SpainĪn early 20th-century palace, URSO Hotel & Spa is just a five-minute cycle from Madrid’s famous golden triangle of art galleries.
Long Island is also famed for its vineyards and – of course – the Gatsby-style mansions on its Gold Coast. The area’s beautiful beaches a must – and with the hotel’s bicycles, they’re easy to reach. Topping Rose House, Bridgehampton – USAĪ renovated 19th-century mansion near Long Island’s eastern shore, Topping Rose House is the only full-service hotel in the Hamptons. Cortona, with its Renaissance piazzas and ancient Etruscan heritage, is just a cypress tree-lined cycle away. Grab a bike and head out to tackle some of those famous Tuscan hills, explore captivating medieval cities like Siena, or hop over the border to pretty Perugia. Time seems to move more slowly at Villa di Piazzano, a down-to-earth country estate on the border between Tuscany and Umbria. For a taste of rural Japan, go for a countryside spin through paddy fields to nearby Asuka Village.
The Todai-ji and Horyu-ji temples are a must-visit. Japan’s capital city in the 8th century, Nara has some of the country’s oldest and largest Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, many of which are World Heritage sites and are easily accessible via bicycle from the hotel. Set in the enchanting city of Nara that holds numerous historic treasures and a stunning deer park, Noborioji Hotel Nara is nestled at the foot of the temple of Kofuku-Ji. Hop on one of the hotel’s mountain or electric bikes and take the scenic route to nearby Montuïri, a traditional rural village surrounded by old stone windmills. The delicate scent of olive trees greets you as you walk through the hotel grounds – past cypresses and lemon trees – with rippling hills and dramatic peaks as far as the eye can see. Finca Serena, Mallorca – SpainĪ rustic retreat in the heart of the Mallorcan countryside, Finca Serena is as idyllic as its name suggests. Keen cyclists can explore over 100 miles of newly built mountain bike trails, and with trail heads as close as half a mile away, the inn makes an ideal base for your lakeside adventure. In a beautiful lakeside setting surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains, Mirror Lake Inn has unrivalled scenic views and sits within eight acres of landscaped gardens. Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa, Lake Placid – USA Thankfully, the hilltop hamlet-style Hôtel Crillon le Brave has bicycles and experienced guides on hand for you to discover the region like a local. And if, like Van Gogh and Cezanne, you plan to head for the hills of Provence, the best way to do so is by bicycle. Images by rolling landscape of scented lavender fields, olive groves, and pine forests, with a smattering of honey-hued villages and cobblestone streets bathed in the beautiful light that has inspired generations of great artists. Hôtel Crillon le Brave, Provence – France Take in the rolling scenery at your own pace with the villa’s bicycles, which come with a handy front basket to transport your freshly baked pastries for a dine-between-the-vines experience. Verdant hills, vineyards, and terracotta roofs – Villa La Madonna sits within the blissful Bormida Valley in Piedmont, a timeless spot where life slows down. Go off-the-beaten track and sightsee from the saddle with these boutique hotels which offer complimentary bicycles to guests. There is fun and freedom to be found behind handle-bars, but it is also a slow, more sustainable way to see the world for the eco-conscious traveller. Going on a bike ride is undoubtedly one of life’s simple pleasures, and one of the most accessible outdoor activities to enjoy on holiday. The childish delight of a downhill slope.
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