La Svizzera is a delightful family-run bed & breakfast-style hotel in the centre of Taormina, Sicily. There are 22 quiet rooms, all with en-suite shower facilities, satellite television and safety deposit box. Most rooms have a balcony with views out to sea. Hotel La Pensione Svizzera, Messina
In the heart of La Spezia, the four-star Jolly Hotel is a terrific base for exploring the lovely region of Liguria and the northern Tyrrhenian coast of Italy, with delights such as the Cinque Terre. This La Spezia Hotel has a choice of comfortable single, double or twin rooms, most with sea views. Jolly Hotel, La Spezia
Set in the lovely beach resort of Diano Marina, on Italy's Riviera Ponente, the 3-star Hotel Palace faces a sandy beach, and is connected to the center of town via the beach promenade. Hotel Palace, Imperia
Very near the beach and only a bus ride from Rimini's new trade fair areas, the modern Hotel Melita offers comfortable rooms, each with private bathroom and balcony, air conditioning and heating, hairdryer, colour TV, telephone and safe. The hotel also has a restaurant, bar and flower-filled terrace. Hotel Melita, Rimini
With its proximity to the international Amerigo Vespucci airport, the exhibition centre at Fortezza da Basso, and the on-site conference facilities, this hotel in Florence is ideal for a business trip. Yet, the calm, residential location might also suit those holiday-makers looking to escape the tourist centre. Hotel Airport, Florence
Situated in the town of Saint Vincent in the Valle d'Aosta, this lovely three-star hotel is in a brilliant location for easy access to all the region's many attractions. From skiing and mountaineering on Mont Blanc to hiking, canoeing and cycling in the Valle d'Aosta. Hotel Posta, Aosta
Set in a modern building just minutes from the train station, this Florence Hotel offers guests all modern conveniences in their comfortable rooms, including satellite television, refrigerator, balcony and a private bathroom. Hotel Diplomat, Florence
A very pretty setting for this city centre hotel in Milan. The Hotel Madison is a three-star establishment equally well set up for leisure or business travellers. Its comfort, service and proximity to the city centre keep guests coming back to this hotel in Italy year after year. Hotel Madison, Milan
