The Hotel Zara in Naples is a marvellous balance between elegance and luxury. All the rooms are furnished in natural wood, with something for everyone - there are very affordable rooms for young couples, rooms with business facilities for the business traveller, and spacious family rooms sleeping up to five. Hotel Zara, Naples
On the outskirts of Naples, this four-star Italian hotel is in the town of Pozzuoli, in the Campi Flegrei. This active volcanic area is the Elysian Fields of Classical myth, immortalised by Homer and Virgil. There are fascinating trips out to explore the nearby semi-extinct volcano of Solfatara, with steam and sulphur issuing from the 'fumaroles' that pockmark the hot soil. Hotel Beauty Farm Villa Luisa, Naples
This three-star Naples hotel is situated to the west of the city centre - with Agnano Cumano station just 50m away you can be in the historic centre of town in ten minutes. The Space Hotel Nesis has been fashioned from the elegant renovation of an old Liberty building. Space Hotel Nesis, Naples
A four-star hotel in Naples, the Best Western Hotel San Germano, Naples offers comfort and convenience and the reassurance of booking with this renowned worldwide chain. This Italian hotel is situated conveniently close to Naples Capodichino Airport and within easy reach of the centre of the city. Hotel San Germano, Naples
The three-star hotel Gauro is in Pozzuoli, just west of Naples. This is an ideal base for exploring the city, for visiting the delightful islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida (there are regular ferries from Pozzuoli), and for exploring the extraordinary volcanic landscape of the Campi Flegrei (the Elysian Fields of Classical myth). Hotel Gauro, Naples
The three-star Hotel Il Girasole, on the isle of Capri, is set in a peaceful corner of Anacapri between the Belvedere Migliera and the Monte Solaro. Public transport, which links all the island's points of interest, is easily accessible from the bus station which is just a five-minute walk away. Hotel Il Girasole, Naples
This Sorrento hotel is just 1200 metres from the lively downtown square, the Piazza Tasso, of Sorrento. Overlooking the pretty harbour of Sant'Agnello, the wide open terraces of the Hotel Cristina also afford guests unrivalled views of the Bay of Naples. Hotel Cristina, Naples
Il Mirto Bianco, Sant'Agnello is a small, rustic hotel close to the Amalfi coast. The health-conscious proprietors offer yoga sessions and nature walks and tasty organic produce is served at breakfast. A small range of aromatherapy treatments is also available. Il Mirto Bianco, Naples
