The only hotel in Duomo Square, and popular with opera singers - La Scala is close by - the 5-star Grand Hotel Duomo has 162 luxurious rooms and 20 suites, all with views over Milan's stunning cathedral. Grand Hotel Duomo, Milan
On the western shores of Lake Garda, Lombardy, Hotel Rock is a friendly, 3-star family-run holiday hotel, with terrific facilities and views of the lake. Hotel Rock, Brescia
This Lake Como hotel has a marvellous position - gazing down on the waters of the lake from its hillside vista high on the western shore. A very pleasant hotel in a delightful spot, the Hotel La Sorgente, Plesio prides itself on its friendly and attentive staff. Hotel La Sorgente, Como
The Hotel Mec, Milan is conveniently placed for the city centre and all Milan's major transport links. There are 41 cosy, restful rooms, all with modern en-suite shower room, direct-dial telephone, internet connection point and satellite TV. Hotel Mec, Milan
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You'll get a warm welcome at the Hotel Ideale, conveniently situated just 10 minutes from the central railway staion and Linate Airport, and close to the centre of Milan. It has 22 tastefully decorated rooms with bathroom, telephone, TV and air conditioning. Hotel Ideale, Milan
A four-star hotel in Milan, equally ideal for business and leisure travellers, the Hotel Rafaello provides ease and comfort in the heart of the city. Luxuriously appointed rooms, conference and meeting facilities and a fully equipped gym are just some of the features that will make your stay in Milan special. Hotel Raffaello, Milan
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A handily situated hotel in Milan, the Hotel Mistral lies is not far from the yellow-line metro station, Rogoredo FS, which connects it with the town centre and all the city's major transport links. There are 32 pleasant rooms, all with modern en-suite facilities plus direct-dial telephone, satellite TV and hairdryer. Hotel Mistral, Milan
This medium-sized hotel in Milan (Milano) has an eco-friendly approach, evident in its sympathetic style and environmentally friendly furnishings. The Hotel Ariston, Milan has 52 comfortable, en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite/cable television, high-speed internet access, personal safe and minibar. Hotel Ariston, Milan
