Hotel Machiavelli is a restored 16th Century palace in the ancient centre of Florence with splendid views of the Duomo and other landmarks. Three stars. Hotel Machiavelli, Florence, Florence
The Hotel Pitti Palace is housed in the 13th-century Torre dei Rossi with wide-ranging views over the city of Florence. This hotel in Italy has 72 spacious rooms all with en-suite bathroom, direct-dial phone line, internet connection point and satellite TV. Hotel Pitti Palace, Florence
Villaggio Albergo Casa Mancia is a pleasant three-star hotel housed within a historic building close to the Umbrian town of Foligno which lies between Assisi and Trevi. There are 16 comforable rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone and minibar. Villaggio Albergo Casa Mancia, Perugia
This sumptuous five-star hotel is housed in an eighteenth-century former palace in the heart of Lucca's old city centre - allowing you to really make the most of this delightful medieval city. There are just 13 rooms at the Hotel Noblesse, Lucca - eight doubles and five suites. Hotel Noblesse, Lucca
Set amongst leafy gardens, this Rimini hotel dates back to the 19th century. You'll enjoy a cosy and friendly atmosphere as well as many exclusive facilities including a swimming-pool, gym, sauna and private home cinema. Esedra Hotel, Rimini
This Rome hotel is conveniently located in the centre of the city within easy reach of the Basilica of St Peter, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The hotel is family run and offers a friendly service with 50 rooms available. Hotel Spring House, Rome
Hotel Lo Scoiattolo is a friendly, welcoming three star hotel set amid chestnut woods in the hillside resort of Massino Visconti, near to Italy's Lake Maggiore. There are 30 light and airy rooms, all with colour TV, direct-dial telephone, personal safe and minibar. Hotel Lo Scoiattolo, Novara
A city centre Rome hotel offering four-star comfort just off the Via Veneto. Your air-conditioned room at the Hotel Savoy offers everything you'll need to unwind after a hard day seeing the sights of Rome. Savoy Hotel, Rome
