Hotel Francesco is a three star hotel and restaurant located in the centre of historical Pisa, close to the Leaning Tower and the botanical gardens. Hotel Francesco Pisa, Pisa
Hotel La Paul, Lake Garda - This 3-star hotel sits on a peninsula jutting onto the waters. It boasts excellent vacation facilities, a pool, beach, restaurant and its own pier. Hotel La Paul, Brescia
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The Hotel Villa Maria is a friendly and well-maintained three-star hotel in downtown Sorrento. It has recently been renovated, and its 80 fresh, modern rooms each possess satellite TV, en-suite bathroom, fridge and air-conditioning. Hotel Villa Maria, Naples
The Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio is a magnificent four-star hotel in Rome, steeped in history. Its 197 rooms are immaculately decorated in a baroque style, incorporating wooden floors, high ceilings and sumptuous furnishings. The hotel also boasts a private fitness suite where guests can not only work out, but also enjoy a pampering massage or aromatherapy session. Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio, Rome
This hotel in Florence (Firenze) is situated in the downtown/city centre close to the Duomo and Giotto's Campanile. It was recently restored in 2000 and there are 59 comfortable en-suite rooms, all with air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel Paris, Florence
A lovely hotel in Florence, with modern comforts within a beautifully restored fifteenth century building, the Hotel Unicorno is superbly placed closed to the main railway station at Santa Maria Novella. Hotel Unicorno, Florence
This hotel in Sorrento is just seven kilometres from the centre of the town, which is packed with beautiful sights and cultural activities. A mere 50 kilometres from the city of Naples, it is also in a handy location for reaching the towns of Positano, and Ravello. Hotel Delfino, Naples
This elegant family-run hotel in Venice is situated very close to St Mark's (Piazza San Marco) on an elegant, pedestrianised street. Venice's Hotel Torino has 37 atmospheric rooms in three separate buildings, all decorated in elegant, historic style. Hotel Torino, Venice
