The Hotel des Artistes is close to Naples' famous Duomo where the famous "miracle of the blood of San Gennaro" takes place each year. Set in a pretty historic building, there are 10 tastefully decorated, spacious rooms all with private balcony, en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone line and minibar. Hotel Des Artistes, Naples
Park Hotel Cala di Lepre is just outside the little port of Palau. There are 171 comfortable, modern rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone and minibar. Park Hotel Cala di Lepre, Sassari
A three-star hotel near the centre of Milan, the Comfort Hotel and Suites Pasteur lies on Via Guinizelli, near Centrale station and Europe's longest shopping street. Hotel and Suites Pasteur, Milan
This hotel in Florence (Firenze) is named after Leonardo's famous Mona Lisa painting, which was stolen in 1913 and subsequently recovered inside this very hotel a little while later. Hotel La Gioconda, Florence
This hotel in Rome stands in an exclusive location by the ancient Roman Forum, a few steps from the Colosseum. The Dalai Lama has stayed in the hotel, although he insisted on sleeping on the floor! The hotel boasts a fantastic rooftop restaurant with a view over the three forums. Hotel Forum, Rome
This very comfortable four-star hotel is conveniently located just a short walk from Bolzano's city centre. All the major attractions of the town are within easy walking distance and the railway station and various useful bus routes can be found nearby. Hotel Stiegl Scala, Bolzano
This comfortable three-star hotel in Trentino-Alto Adige lies about a mile from Lake Garda, in a little town surrounded by glorious mountain scenery. There is plenty in the way of opportunities for outdoor pursuits in the area and the hotel has a private beach where guests can borrow surfboards and hire watersports equipment. Hotel Zanella, Trento
This hotel in Rome has a superb situation, right near the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Spanish Steps. And yet the three-star Hotel Bolivar offers peace and quiet, away from the bustle of the city. An hotel in Italy which prides itself on friendly and efficient service. Hotel Bolivar, Rome
