This hotel in Rome is right in the city centre and is well-served by transport links. The rooms have the latest in comfort such as a private shower room, satellite TV, air conditioning and direct dial phone. Hotel Rex, Rome
Hotel Akrabello is a pleasant Mediterranean-style hotel on the Italian island of Sicily. The hotel is set a little way outside Agrigento in the Parco Angeli district of Villagio Mose. The Valley of the Temples is two kilometres from here, and Agrigento's attractive beach lies just three kilometres away. Hotel Akrabello, Agrigento
This Venice hotel in Corte Barozzi, a tiny square just behind Piazza San Marco (St Mark's Square), makes the perfect base from which to explore this most vibrant and unusual Italian city. Hotel Anastasia, Venice
This Positano hotel acts as a splendid base from which to explore the delightful Amalfi Coast, with its abundance of fashionable beaches and enticing views. The 80 beautiful rooms at the Hotel Conca D'Ora are each equipped with hairdryer, TV, and direct-line telephone, and every single room enjoys a breathtaking view over the Amalfi coastline itself. Hotel Conca D'Oro, Salerno
This Sorrento hotel is located high above sea level giving guests a panoramic view of the town and of Mount Vesuvius beyond. All 99 rooms at the Hotel Gran Paradiso, Sorrento are equipped with air conditioning, private safe, telephone, en-suite bathroom with bath and shower and television with Sky. Hotel Gran Paradiso, Naples
Sicily — Enjoy the nature, history and ancient traditions of the island from this holiday hotel on the outskirts of Taormina. With views of the ocean, Mount Etna and providing a superb mix of tradition and modern luxury. Hotel Villa Ducale. Hotel Villa Ducale, Messina
Hotel Fedora has 54 spacious rooms, all with private balcony plus en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, internet connection and minibar. Family-friendly facilities include a separate kitchen equipped for preparing baby food, a mini-club and family play areas. Hotel Fedora, Rimini
Hotel Stelle Marine overlooks the beautiful gulf of Arzachena and La Maddalena National Marine Park, with its gorgeous islands and clear waters. There are 72 luxurious en-suite rooms, all with their own private terrace with sea-views, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone and minibar. Stelle Marine, Sassari
