Hotel El Faro is a glorious five-star hotel in a stunning location overlooking the legendary Bay of Nymphs, near Alghero on the Italian island of Sardinia. There are 92 rooms, all with balcony and luxurious en-suite bathroom facilities as well as TV, telephone, safety-deposit box and minibar. Hotel El Faro, Sassari
The Express Holiday Inn Turin is in a quiet residential area outside the city centre, but with a shuttle bus to take you to the town's cultural hotspots in 20 minutes, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Express Holiday Inn Turin, Turin
Hotel Monreal, Faedo is set in pretty woodland on the slopes of the Dolomites not far from Trento. There are 17 comfortable rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, colour TV and minibar. Hotel Monreal, Trento
Built as a theatre before being turned into a luxury hotel, the Villa Aurora was once a favourite with European royalty, including Queen Victoria. All rooms have air-conditioning, minibar, satellite TV and safe, and spa and sauna facilities are available. The hotel has a solarium and a fine restaurant. Hotel Villa Aurora, Florence
This traditional Venice hotel is located on the Lido, next to the historic Borgo Bridge. The recently renovated Hotel Ca' del Borgo offers a selection of guest rooms, each with beautiful antique furniture and furnishings and every modern amenity including private bath, air conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial phone, high-speed internet access and minibar. Hotel Ca' Del Borgo, Venice
Perfectly situated for the visitor to Naples, this Italian hotel sits just 1km from Naples Capodichino Airport. A fine modern hotel created within a nineteenth century farmhouse, the Charming International Hotel, Naples offers something for the family and the business traveller alike. Charming International Hotel, Naples
The Hotel Al Gabbiano is a reputable, friendly, three-star hotel in the idyllic town of Ponte de Piave, 18 kilometres from Treviso. Its beautiful location, contemporary decor and modern amenities make it an ideal base from which to explore the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. Hotel Al Gabbiano, Treviso
This Florence hotel is situated in Bivigliano, 16 kilometres from the city centre and within easy reach of many of Florence's most famous tourist sites including the Duomo (cathedral) and the Uffizi Gallery. Villa Giotto Park Hotel, Florence
