Hotel Los Olivos near Malaga, Spain
Set in the Andalucian countryside, this female establishment provides flamenco lessons, pampering sessions and a nice-looking pool. It also boasts a "library of books of interest to women".
www.spanishholidaysforwomen.com
B&B in Florence, Italy
Walk up the 68 steps to the top floor of this Florentine palace to find a handful of small rooms with fantastic views of the Duomo. It's centrally located, with its own private garden.
Lady's First, Zurich, Switzerland
This hotel reserves its top floors for female guests. A dedicated spa area and roof terrace are nice perks.
Arleta Pension, Goslar, Germany
Deep in the Harz mountains. Children are welcome (boys only up to the age of 12). It boasts English-speaking staff, a piano and a library.
www.frauenhotels.de/arleta.htm
Off the Tracks, Alaska, US
Women and their children are welcome at this homely guesthouse in Anchorage, where the apartments are self-contained.
Grange City Hotel, London
This five-star hotel is due to open a women-only wing at the end of this month. The 68 rooms will have enhanced security, backlit wardrobes, dressing room-style mirrors and professional hairdryers.
