A three-star hotel on Lake Como, the Hotel Engadina is superbly situated. Just eight minutes from the Central rail station (S Giovanni) and a few minutes from the shops and the shores of Lake Como itself, this is a perfect situation for enjoying the clean, fresh air of northern Italy's lake district. Hotel Engadina, Como
This four-star hotel is in the centre of the city of Turin (Torino) and is close to the Porta Nuova (the main railway station). Built in 1800, the Hotel Crystal Palace has both elegance and all the modern amenities you'll require. Hotel Crystal Palace, Turin
A three-star hotel in Tuscany, the Hotel Oliver is pleasantly located in the attractive medieval hill town of Anghiari, a short distance from Arezzo. There are 36 rooms, all with en-suite facilities plus colour TV, am/fm radio, internet connection point and a minibar. Hotel Oliver, Arezzo
The Hotel Verona is a small, friendly B&B-style hotel in Milan offering simple, welcoming accommodation in a convenient central location. Set in an attractive building in a quiet part of the city close to the central railway station, the area is well served with public transport links and all Milan's major attractions are easily accessible from here. Hotel Verona, Milan
Located in one of Pisa's historic buildings, the traditionally decorated Royal Victoria Hotel has welcomed many famous visitors including statesmen and celebrities. Hotel Royal Victoria, Pisa
Enjoy the delights of central Turin while staying in the green of the countryside. The three-star Hotel Bijou is set just 1.5km (less than a mile) outside of central Turin, surrounded by green hills on the 'other' side of the River Po. Hotel Bijou, Turin
Cool, understated elegance, functionality, service and comfort. These are the keynotes of the new Hotel Dore, Milan. Located in an artfully refurbished building of the early 20th century, this Milan hotel lies just a minute's walk from the Loreto stop on the red line of the subway/underground. Hotel Dore, Milan
This hotel in Cogolo di Pejo lies in the heart of the mountainous Dolomites (Dolomiti) region of northern Italy, facing the Ortles and Cevedale peaks. Part of the Val di Sole, the town boasts one of the largest nature reserves in Europe in the shape of the Parco Nacionale della Stelvio, and was traditionally a place where people would come to relax and regain their strength and fitness. Hotel Ortles, Trento
