Minutes away from the beach, this four-star hotel in Rimini has 116 spacious rooms that overlook the beautiful seafront or the Viale Vespucci promenade, with its bustling shops and restaurants. Hotel Continental e Dei Congressi, Rimini
This hotel in Rimini is built right on the Marina Centro, a lively area packed full of restaurants and bars serving cocktails and locally caught fish. The beach is literally right in front of the hotel and the town of Rimini is also easy to get into. Hotel President, Rimini
On the eastern coast of Sardinia, the Hotel San Contonera is in Arbatax - close to some of the most popular beaches in the region and nearby to the town of Tortoli. This modern hotel was constructed in 2003, using state-of-the-art techniques but with a nostalgic nod to the old, dark-red coloured roadhouses of the island ('sa contonera' is Sard dialect for 'roadhouse'). Hotel Sa Contonera, Nuoro
In a quiet area of Sirmione, on the banks of Lake Garda, the Hotel Smeraldo is the perfect location for a relaxing family holiday. It has 22 comfortable rooms with a wide range of amenities, a swimming pool, children's play area and a large garden. Guests can also take advantage of facilities offered at the adjacent Hotel La Paul. Hotel Smeraldo, Brescia
The Hotel Marmorata is ideally placed for sightseeing. It features comfortable, deluxe rooms and suites, each with sea view, antique furniture, queen-size beds and Jacuzzi. All rooms have air conditioning, radio, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, hairdryer and internet access. Hotel Marmorata, Salerno
This Rome hotel is located in the heart of the city, between the Villa Borghese and Via Veneto. It is also within walking distance of many of the capital's other cultural highlights such as the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. Jolly Hotel Vittorio Veneto, Rome
Located in the heart of Venice, this three-star hotel is close to all the major sights, including St Mark's Square and the beautiful Rialto Bridge. Hotel Al Sole, Venice
The Hotel Cristoforo Colombo has 116 fully equipped rooms, refurbished to a high standard, and a Congress Centre with three meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 90 people. Hotel Cristoforo Colombo, Milan
