Tucked in the quiet streets behind Bologna's main railway station, the Hotel Il Guercino offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of the city's historic centre. Rooms have private terraces, air conditioning and internet access. Hotel Il Guercino, Bologna
This hotel in Sorrento sits a short walk up the hill from the town centre, set among pretty orchards of lemon and olive groves. The four-star Grand Hotel Aminta has 80 rooms, each with air-conditioning, internet access, satellite TV, hairdryer and safety deposit box. Grand Hotel Aminta, Naples
This Courmayeur hotel is situated in the centre of the Italian Alpine town, close to Monte Bianco (or Mont Blanc) and just a few minutes walk from the cable car leading up to the ski slopes. Hotel Courmayeur, Aosta
Tuscany - This 3-star hotel lies near the Duomo in the historical centre of Florence, and within strolling distance of the Uffizi and the Ponte Vecchio. Hotel Benivieni. Hotel Benivieni, Florence
Within easy reach of the sea, the Hotel Lidomare has 15 stylish, comfortable rooms with bathroom and/or shower, satellite TV, safe, air conditioning, minibar, direct-dial phone, central heating and Jacuzzi. The Hotel Lidomare also has three holiday apartments in Lone, near two of the top beaches on the Amalfi coast. Hotel Lidomare, Salerno
A stone's throw from the city's central station, this hotel in Rome (Roma) is at the gateway to the historical and cultural treasures of the Eternal City. The Pantheon, Colosseum and Santa Maria Maggiore, are all within 15 minutes walk of the three-star Hotel Rubino, Rome. Hotel Rubino, Rome
This lovely three-star hotel is located in a quiet residential area on the outskirts of Brindisi. The Hotel Villaggio Nemo offers spacious double rooms, each equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, modem internet connection, direct-dial telephone, mini bar and kitchen - thus providing the choice and convenience of self catering. Hotel Villaggio Nemo, Brindisi
This 3-star hotel in Merano dates from the late 1800s and has a fascinating history. The atmosphere is cosy and relaxing and the welcoming Strohmer family who run the hotel endeavour to ensure each guest enjoys a relaxing, comfortable stay here. Hotel Westend, Bolzano
