This comfortable three-star hotel in northern Italy's stunning region of Trentino-Alto Adige is idyllically located in the elegant South Tyrolean spa town of Merano. Hotel Ladurner is situated in a quiet, residential part of the city and the centre, with its shops and restaurants, is around 15 minutes' walk away. Hotel Ladurner, Bolzano
Hotel Forum is conveniently located just off the A1 motorway/highway in the little town of Foiano Della Chiana, not far from Arezzo. There are 48 spacious rooms, all furnished with comfortable orthopaedic beds and provided with direct-dial telephone, ISDN internet connection, minibar and a separate seating area with desk. Hotel Forum, Arezzo
A terrific hotel on the Italian Riviera, the Hotel Locanda Azzurra has a glorious location with fantastic sea views in the popular resort of San Remo. There are ten attractive rooms, all with their own terrace overlooking the sea plus en-suite bathroom facilities, direct-dial phone, satellite TV, minibar and safety-deposit box. Hotel Locanda Azzurra, Imperia
The Jolly Hotel Bellini is an attractive modern hotel in Sicily, located close to Catania's lively market district. The historic heart of the city is just a five-minute walk away. There are 130 comfortable rooms here, all with en-suite bath or shower room plus satellite TV, internet connection point, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Jolly Hotel Bellini, Catania
The Hotel Giardinetto, Venice (Venezia) is a charming hotel on the Venice Lido - just ten minutes' boat ride from Piazza San Marco (St Mark's Square). You have a relaxing retreat yet within minutes can be exploring the Palazzo Ducale, Basilica di San Marco, the Accademia, and the dozens more unmissable sights of this enticing city. Hotel Giardinetto, Venice
Hotel Diana is a small, attractive hotel in Pompeii's historic centre, close to the ancient Roman archaeological site. There are 13 elegant rooms, each with en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, direct-dial phone line, satellite TV, and internet modem link. Hotel Diana, Naples
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
Hotel Fortuna is a handsome, recently refurbished modern hotel in an excellent location right in the heart of Ancona, Marche, Italy. There are 55 bright, spacious rooms, all with private bathroom, colour TV, direct-dial phone line and internet link. Hotel Fortuna, Ancona
