This Florence hotel, housed in an ancient mansion, is elegantly decorated and offers a wide range of services to guests. With its own health spa, the Palace Hotel de Rose, Florence is ideally suited to those on a relaxing break, but equally, the business facilities on offer make it a great venue for people on a working trip to the city. De Rose Palace Hotel, Florence
This Spoleto hotel is in the heart of the historical town centre, right next to the Roman theatre and many other ancient attractions. Created to house the artists who come to the city each year for the Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of Two Worlds), the three-star Hotel Aurora, Spoleto remains in its original medieval building alongside its excellent restaurant. Hotel Aurora, Perugia
The Grand Hotel Rosa Marina is an impressive modern hotel complex in Ostuni, Puglia: it has an attractive beachside setting close to the beautiful medieval town. The hotel has 232 rooms and a handful of self-catering apartments, all with en-suite facilities, direct-dial telephone and satellite TV. Grand Hotel Rosa Marina, Brindisi
A choice of hotel rooms or apartments at the Hotel Astoria, in the heart of historic Bologna. This family run hotel prides itself on friendly, efficient service ... and within easy reach of the sights of this lovely old city. Hotel Astoria, Bologna
A comfortable and affordable hotel in Venice, just a few minutes from the train station, and the Piazzale Roma car and bus terminal - the Hotel Locanda Salieri is beautifully positioned for seeing the sights of the historic downtown area. Hotel Locanda Salieri, Venice
This attractively presented hotel in Trento province is located in the popular lakeside resort of Riva del Garda. There are 46 comfortable, en-suite rooms at the Hotel Riviera, all with direct-dial telephone, cable/satellite TV, a small personal safe and air conditioning. Hotel Riviera, Trento
Hotel Saturnia International Hotel is a spectacular four-star hotel in Venice. Housed in an ancient palace in a beautiful location, it has views over the beautiful Salute church. The hotel has 91 gorgeous rooms, all individually decorated and furnished with fine antiques. Hotel Saturnia, Venice
This hotel in Rome enjoys a fabulous central location near to the Spanish Steps. It's in an Art Nouveau building which has been restored to create modern, comfortable accommodation, but still retains many of its original features. Rome is renowned worldwide for its ancient architecture and fashionable shopping districts. Residence Barberini, Rome
