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
Il Saraceno Grand Hotel Amalfi Coast has 55 air-conditioned guest rooms, one suite and six junior suites all overlooking a beautiful bay. It has two restaurants, two bars, a private pool and beach, a smart meeting room for up to 50 people, and a private chapel that is ideal for weddings. Il Saraceno Grand Hotel, Salerno
Hotel Capinera in Rimini has a comfortable atmosphere with a pretty garden and terrace for relaxing after a long day's sightseeing in the nearby old town or sunbathing on the beach, which is just minutes away. Hotel Capinera, Rimini
With its leafy roof terrace overlooking Rione Monte and traditional decor, this hotel in Rome (Roma) offers an atmosphere which matches its location in the heart of the ancient city. Hotel Grifo, Rome
Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda has 55 spacious, air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, telephone, direct-modem link and minibar. Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda, Florence
This elegant hotel in the Catania region of Sicily boasts 91 rooms, with decor inspired by citrus colours and locally-produced ceramic tiles. The Grand Hotel Villa San Mauro lies in the small town of Caltagirone, and every room enjoys views from its balcony over the pretty green hills of the region. Grand Hotel Villa San Mauro, Catania
Hotel Villa Sant'Andrea is a beautiful four-star hotel in Taormina, Sicily - a stunning setting with idyllic views over the Ionian sea. There are 78 elegantly furnished rooms all with telephone, TV, hairdryer, minibar and a luxurious en-suite bathroom. Hotel Villa Sant' Andrea, Messina
The Best Western City Hotel is a lovely, peaceful four-star hotel in the centre of Genoa with 66 spacious, comfortable rooms. Every room has luxurious en-suite facilities, direct-dial telephone, internet connection, tea- and coffee-making facilities and AM/FM radio. Best Western City Hotel, Genoa
