Hotel La Gravenna is located in the pretty town of Subbiano, a little way north of Arezzo and in an area with plenty of history and natural beauty. There are 37 en-suite rooms here, all with direct-dial phone and colour TV and children are welcome with under-fives staying free. Hotel La Gravenna, Arezzo
A delightful hotel on Italy's Adriatic coast, the Hotel Antagos, Montesilvano is a friendly three-star establishment quietly located on a pleasant side street just a five-minute walk from the beach. This Abruzzo hotel has 54 spacious, welcoming rooms, all with satellite TV, internet access and an en-suite shower room with an inbuilt hairdryer. Hotel Antagos, Pescara
A perfect base for the business district in Bologna ... also for exploring the historic centre of this fascinating old city. The Hotel Fiera is a comfortable three-star establishment with ADSL and WiFi access, free local papers ... everything you need to make the most of Bologna. Hotel Fiera, Bologna
With superb four-star accommodation and a host of facilities and events, you could enjoy the Hotel Eurolido in Falerna without ever stepping outside the grounds (an expansive private park overlooking the blue waters of the Tyrrhenian). Hotel Eurolido, Catanzaro
Sicily's Liberty Hotel is an elegant place to stay close to the centre of Catania. Recently refurbished, this four-star hotel has 18 spacious en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite TV, personal safe, internet connection and minibar. Hotel Liberty, Catania
This welcoming family-run hotel in Trento province is located less than a kilometre from the ski lifts and all the facilities of the mountain resort of Madonna di Campiglio are on the doorstep. Hotel Garni Arnica, Trento
This hotel in Italy is set in the historic centre of Florence, and within easy walking distance of countless of the city's historical treasures. 21 beautifully renovated suites lie within this artfully remodelled 18th century building, a marvellous mix of antique charm and modern comforts. The Residence Palazzo dei Ciompi is an excellent option for families. Palazzo dei Ciompi, Florence
Puglia's four-star Hotel Novecento enjoys a beautiful and convenient location just outside Ostuni and close to the bustling port and airport in Brindisi. Hotel Novecento, Brindisi
