The Hotel Biri, Padova, part of the Best Western chain, is situated in Padua's commercial district close to the trade fair. This Italian hotel has 92 pleasant, airy en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite TV, internet connection point and minibar. Best Western Hotel Biri, Padua
Hotel Privilege is a welcoming three-star hotel in Florence, housed in an historic building on the banks of the Arno. There are 22 bright, elegant rooms, many with lovely views and all with immaculate private bathroom, satellite television, direct-dial telephone, trouser press and hairdryer. Hotel Privilege, Florence
This romantic, elegant three-star hotel offers panoramic views of the sparkling Gula of Diano Marina and unrivalled access to some of the region's superb sporting activities. Hotel Golfo e Palme, Imperia
Located in Sicily's south-east corner, in the town of Modica close to Ragusa, this elegant nineteenth century Sicilian hotel offers Mediterranean charm close to a dramatic coastline well-stocked with ruins and spectacular caves. Hotel Villa Cannizzo, Ragusa
This hotel in Spoleto is well placed for visitors to see all that the town has to offer. Built in the city centre, the Hotel dei Duchi, Spoleto looks onto some of the most important attractions in the town, including the Madonna della Stella monastery, the Cavea (Roman theatre), and the beautiful Spoleto valley. Hotel dei Duchi, Perugia
This hotel in Capri enjoys a central location on this beautiful island, which is well connected by hydrofoil and ferry boat to the mainland. This hotel has a friendly American-themed bar in which guests can relax, as well as a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hotel La Floridiana, Naples
A beautifully situated hotel in Bologna, the Savoia Country House Hotel is strategically situated close to Bologna's ring road and just a few minutes' drive from the city centre. Savoia Hotel Country House, Bologna
Very nice family hotel in the heart of Venice, just a few minutes stroll from St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, and with rooms overlooking the Grand Canal. The Starhotels Splendid Suisse has 172 rooms, with something to suit everyone, and an excellent restaurant, offering a choice of local and international dishes, plus a marvellous rooftop terrace. Starhotels Splendid Suisse, Venice
