Sitting in the hip Hamburg neighborhood of St. Georg is The George, a smartly dressed hotel with views across the nearby Lake Alster. Cozy public spaces furnished in dark wood, deep shades and studded leather chairs give way to bright and contemporary guest rooms, which blend together patterned wallpapers, designer furnishings and modern art. Floor-to-ceiling windows maximize the light and some rooms comes with sweeping lakes views and balconies. Restaurant DaCaio serves Italian fare while bar DaCaio shakes up its own cocktail creations and has menus dedicated to gin cocktails and twists on the classic martini. There’s also an intimate library for taking afternoon tea, and the rooftop terrace offers a view over the Hamburg skyline.