Situated in the old, Baroque part of the town of Ragusa, this three-star Sicily hotel offers well-located comfort at the heart of a place brimming with period charm. Ragusa, the provincial capital, and other nearby towns such as Noto, are famous masterpieces of Baroque architecture. Hotel Residence Le Logge, Ragusa
Hotel Argentina is a bright, modern hotel in the quiet town of Assemini, a few minutes from Cagliari. There are 54 rooms, each with en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial phone and internet connection. Business facilities are available. Hotel Argentina, Cagliari
Hotel Ilgo lies just outside the historic centre of Perugia in the peaceful district of Monteluce. There are 80 cosy rooms all with en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone line and minibar. Hotel Ilgo, Perugia
A very affordable way to holiday in La Spezia, this hotel in Italy lies just a stone's throw from the seafront. The Albergo Costa is perfectly placed for exploring the old town and for ferries out to the Cinque Terre, Lerici, Portovenere and Corsica, as well as day trips around the Golfo dei Poeti. Albergo Costa, La Spezia
Set on an 'island within an island', the Arbatasar Hotel, Arbatax, sits on a little promontory jutting out into the Mediterranean from the eastern coast of Sardinia. The name of the hotel comes from the old Arabic word for 'the 14th tower' (Arabic is one of the countless influences on Sardinian culture and language - this is a much-invaded island down the centuries). Arbatasar Hotel, Nuoro
Hotel Giardino is an enchanting hotel close to Ancona, Marche, Italy. In a beautiful peaceful setting, it is surrounded by its own extensive gardens. There are 41 rooms, all decorated in an elegant, understated style with en-suite facilities plus TV, radio alarm, telephone and fax. Hotel Giardino, Ancona
This Rome hotel lies between the Via Veneto and the Termini railway station, is easy to reach from both Ciampino and Fiumicino airports and is only 200 metres from the nearest subway station. It's been recently refurbished and is within easy reach of many top tourist attractions, including the beautiful Baroque masterpiece of the Trevi fountain. Hotel Giotto Flavia, Rome
This attractive mountain hotel near Bolzano (Bozen) is a real haven for hikers. It's set amid stunning mountain scenery and the area is full of lovely trails and paths through the gorgeous Tyrolean countryside. Hotel Regina, Bolzano
