Nicely situated in the north-eastern corner of Milan, the Hotel Lugano is a perfect base whether you're staying in the city on business or pleasure. This Milan hotel is a quarter of an hour from Linate airport and around a kilometre from the exit of the Tangenziale Est (East) ring road. Hotel Lugano, Milan
Over 130 years old, this hotel near Noto, Sicily offers a taste of baroque heritage to all its guests. You'll sleep in a converted peasant house designed in a simple rustic style without forgetting modern conveniences. Hotel Villa Giulia, Syracuse
Hotel Negresco is one of the more prestigious four-star hotels in the popular resort of Forte dei Marmi, on Tuscany's Mediterranean coast. There are 39 comfortable rooms, each with its own marble-clad en-suite bathroom and fabulous views either out to sea or over towards the mountains. Hotel Il Negresco, Lucca
This hotel in Donnini, half an hour away from Florence, was built in the 13th century as a monastery and still retains many of its original features. Today, though, the Villa Pitiana is a comfortable four-star hotel with every modern convenience. Villa Pitiana, Florence
This Rome hotel lies in quiet area within the commercial part of the city. It's also handy for visiting the historical centre, where you can admire the countless magnificent sights this town has to offer. Eur Suite Hotel, Rome
Hotel Nazionale, Liguria Coast - This stylish, friendly family-run hotel in Levanto is a great base for excursions to La Spezia and the Cinque Terre, and is conveniently situated for both town and beach. Hotel Nazionale, La Spezia
Hotel Magnolia is an attractive, family-run B&B-style hotel in the ancient heart of Syracuse's Isola di Ortigia. It's extremely calm and peaceful here and you are perfectly placed for exploring the rich historic heart of the city. Hotel Magnolia, Syracuse
In an ideal location on the shores of Lake Garda, the glamorous Hotel Il Riccio offers comfortable accommodation with bathroom, telephone and television, a large lounge with a terrace with views over the lake, a fine restaurant, indoor parking, a lift, and a private park with its own beach and jetty. Hotel Il Riccio, Brescia
