Accommodation in Italy

Small and welcoming, four star Hotel Restaurant Corys is in a wonderful, elevated position just outside the picturesque town of Cortona, with panoramic views over the Tuscan border into Umbria. Hotel Restaurant Corys, Arezzo

Deep in the Tuscan countryside, yet just a stone's throw from Florence, Empoli and Prato, Country Hotel Il Borgo provides Tuscany rental properties, with a pool, ideal for relaxing working holidays, or for a family break. Country Hotel Il Borgo, Florence

Villa Scacciapensieri. A marvellous 19th century villa where one can relax and enjoy the true Tuscany. Just outside Siena, with swimming pool, restaurant and tennis court. Villa Scacciapensieri, Siena

Hotel delle Muse offers modern, comfortable 3-star hotel accommodation in Rome's Parioli district. Excellent facilities and a restaurant with a wide selection of vegetarian dishes. Hotel delle Muse, Rome

Hotel Villa Rioddi is located near Volterra, to the west of San Gimignano and well-placed for Tuscany's main cities. This exquisitely restored 15th century villa has 13 rooms for stylish stay, and an apartment for longer rentals. Three stars, pool. Villa Rioddi, Pisa

This 'affitacamere' offers rooms and apartments on a bed and breakfast basis. Located inside Lucca's ancient walls, Palazzo Alexander is a refurbished palace combining lavish, traditional surroundings with all modern conveniences. Palazzo Alexander, Lucca

Albergo Sangallo, Tuscany - A bright, friendly hotel near the famous Tuscan wine town of Montepulciano. Set in a landscape of rolling hills, vineyards and woods, the hotel is an easy drive from Siena, Lake Trasimeno, Cortona and even Florence. Albergo Sangallo, Siena

Hotel Re Enzo is a pleasant three-star hotel in Bologna, conveniently located close to the city centre, yet outside the pedestrianised district. There are 51 comfortable rooms, all with superb en-suite facilities plus satellite TV, telephone, internet connection point, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Hotel Re Enzo, Bologna