Bologna's prestigious Excelsior hotel is part of the superior Starhotels chain and offers a high standard of service and comfort in a contemporary boutique-style setting. Starhotels Excelsior, Bologna
Il Principe Hotel is located in downtown Catania, on the verdant east coast of the island of Sicily. It is a luxurious, four-star establishment, with just 25 tastefully furnished rooms and suites, each boasting air conditioning, mini-bar, satellite TV and a de luxe bathroom with Jacuzzi tub or shower. Il Principe Hotel Catania, Catania
The Hotel Central is close to the centre of Sorrento. 16 bright, comfortable rooms all have en-suite facilities plus cable/satellite TV and direct-dial phone. Guests can dine either in the stylish rooftop restaurant or the more informal cafe, and there's also a gym, outdoor pool and mini-spa. Hotel Central, Naples
Hotel River is a wonderful four-star hotel near Treviso. Housed in the wing of a former aristocratic residence, it lies a few kilometres outside the historic northern Italian city. There are 70 spacious en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite TV, internet connection point, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel River, Treviso
Hotel Gallery House has 12 elegant and comfortably furnished rooms, each with en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, TV, telephone and minibar. Conveniently located in Palermo's busy centre, business facilities include internet/email, fax and photocopying. Hotel Gallery House, Palermo
This Florence hotel in Campi Bisenzio is three kilometres from the airport and just six kilometres from the centre of the city. The Hotel Kristal, Campi Bisenzio has 29 rooms with sound-proofing, fridge, telephone and TV, and offers a selection of amenities including a bar and restaurant, garage parking, private garden and photocopying and faxing facilities. Hotel Kristal, Florence
The Hotel Real Fini Via Emilia sits at the eastern gate to the historic city of Modena. Positioned on the Via Emilia Est, the hotel is on a route that has been trodden by travellers from Roman times and before. Hotel Via Emilia, Modena
This Venice (Venezia) hotel is situated on the Venice Lido, an island only ten minutes away from all of the attractions of St Mark's Square, and easily accessible by the frequent boat service which runs throughout the day and night. Hotel Villa Mabapa, Venice
