Darn Good Digs: Reviews of the Best Budget Stays
Launched in May, 2008, darngooddigs.com is the place to find the best independently owned, reasonably priced inns, hotels and B&B’s around the globe.
“We get our content from travelers who nominate their all-time favorite places to stay, and through our own research we determine which of the nominations really deserves to be a Darn Good Digs,” said co-founder Michael Gonchar. “By the end of 2008 we hope to include between 50-100 hidden gems that are independently owned (and almost 100% are locally owned), and have rooms from US$1-$150.”
Do they have any favorite place among the current digs?
“I guess all the digs that we nominated are our favorites. One that stands out is Vento de Rose, in Le Marche, Italy – it has to be one of the best bed and breakfasts out there, and we thought reasonably priced too for Italy.”
I read about Vento di Rose under “Digs in the Spotlight”.
“Vento di Rose is a true labor of love. The owners, Emanuela and Emidio, are some of the kindest and most generous people we have ever met. Their home and bed and breakfast is a beautifully restored Italian country house with views of medieval hilltop towns in every direction. And as if this weren’t enough, Emanuela prepares an incredible, delectible breakfast for all her lucky guests.”
I can’t do anything else than agree. It certainly seems like a gorgeous B&B and I would gladly pay a visit during a future stay in Italy. Who wouldn’t like a place with that description?
To read more about Venti di More and nominate other digs, visit darngooddigs.com
Hi Erica
Darngooddigs looks like a great resource. We at Smith are also aware that you don’t have to pay top dollar for stylish stays. We recently launched our budget boutique hotel collection.
There are some fantastic places out there that don’t have high end prices – but you do have to search for them.
Hi Tamara, Yes it’s great. Will be interesting to see what more B&B and budget hotels they will add in the future. I must say, I love your collection of budget boutique hotels – am feeling particularly drawn to Fresh in Athens. The prices are reasonable too, which is great for budget-minded travelers who still want something more from their hotel experience.