Photo: Wikimedia CommonsThe grande dame of Frankfurt hotels, the Frankfurter Hof has presided over the city since 1876, its stately facade near the old town wrapped around elegant lounges, a courtyard and a clutch of fine restaurants and bars. Rooms blend classic comfort with modern polish, and service is impeccable. Book a higher floor for calm above the city, and dress up for a nightcap in the wood-panelled bar.