The Hotel Central is close to the centre of Sorrento. 16 bright, comfortable rooms all have en-suite facilities plus cable/satellite TV and direct-dial phone. Guests can dine either in the stylish rooftop restaurant or the more informal cafe, and there's also a gym, outdoor pool and mini-spa. Hotel Central, Naples
The Hotel Rada Siri offers four-star comfort, in a modern setting, on one of the loveliest harbours of Italy's Ionian coastline. The hotel gazes out onto the Gulf of Squillace, its setting an oasis of olive and palm trees. Hotel Rada Siri, Catanzaro
The Hotel Castello, near Bologna, is a comfortable four-star hotel quietly located in the little spa town of Castel San Pietro Terme, which is about 18km out of the city. Hotel Castello, Bologna
A perfect spot for a family break, this Rimini hotel offers a range of apartment suites sleeping up to five people in modern luxury. Each suite has a private bathroom and a well-equipped kitchenette, and some have sofa beds and a small lounge. Hotel Astoria Suite, Rimini
This stylish modern hotel is part of a prestigious Japanese hotel chain and is situated in a lively, bohemian district of Milan. There are 86 guest rooms and seven suites, all with en-suite facilities, individually controlled air-conditioning, personal safe, high-speed internet connection point and satellite TV. Hotel Nikken Milano, Milan
Hotel Turismo is a modern three-star hotel situated on the outskirts of Verona, close to the airport. There are 74 spacious, air-conditioned rooms, many with lovely views and all with contemporary-style furnishings and a well-appointed en-suite bathroom. There is 24-hour service on reception with round-the-clock porterage. Hotel Turismo, Verona
With its proximity to the international Amerigo Vespucci airport, the exhibition centre at Fortezza da Basso, and the on-site conference facilities, this hotel in Florence is ideal for a business trip. Yet, the calm, residential location might also suit those holiday-makers looking to escape the tourist centre. Hotel Airport, Florence
On the sea-front in the fashionable Marina Centro area, the recently renovated Villa Bianca Hotel has 64 well-furnished rooms, each with air conditioning, private bathroom, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, minibar, hairdryer and private balcony. Hotel Villa Bianca, Rimini
