The Westin Excelsior in the heart of Rome's ancient city centre has a staggering 316 rooms, but quantity in no way compromises the quality of this five-star, award-winning hotel. Its bedrooms have been decorated by hand in sumptuous colours and with luxurious furnishings, and each is equipped with air conditioning, hairdryer, immaculate en-suite bathroom and well-stocked minibar. The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Hotel Francesco is a three star hotel and restaurant located in the centre of historical Pisa, close to the Leaning Tower and the botanical gardens. Hotel Francesco Pisa, Pisa
The 3-star Hotel Kristina, Imperia is managed by its owners and offers a friendly welcome at the heart of this lovely seaside town on the Riviera dei Fiori. Hotel Kristina, Imperia
The Jolly Hotel Bellini is an attractive modern hotel in Sicily, located close to Catania's lively market district. The historic heart of the city is just a five-minute walk away. There are 130 comfortable rooms here, all with en-suite bath or shower room plus satellite TV, internet connection point, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Jolly Hotel Bellini, Catania
The Hotel Novotel Torino is in the north-east of Turin, near the commercial areas, and is perfect for business travellers and families alike. The friendly staff can help arrange conferences in any of the eight meeting rooms and high-speed internet connection is also available. Hotel Novotel Torino, Turin
This Naples hotel in located right in the historic centre of the city, and is ideal for holidaymakers and business travellers alike. Within easy reach of the airport and train station, the Executive Hotel has 19 bedrooms, each with air-conditioning, sound-proofing and central heating, satellite TV, radio, direct-dial telephone, private safe, minibar, shower and hair dryer. Executive Hotel, Naples
Hotel Ambasciata is delightful three-star accommodation, centrally located not far from the mainline railway station. This hotel in Venice-Mestre is just ten minutes from the centre of Venice by public transport and has plenty of free car parking. Hotel Ambasciata, Venice
Hotel Tirrenia is a welcoming family-run hotel in the centre of Viareggio, Tuscany, Italy. There are 15 bright, comfortable rooms each with a private shower room as well as direct-dial telelphone with fax, TV with satellite channels, radio alarm, personal safe and a fridge. Hotel Tirrenia, Lucca
