Sicily's elegant Hotel Villa del Bosco was once an aristocratic residence and lies on the outskirts of Catania with easy access to the ring road. There are 52 spacious, elegant rooms, all with lovely en-suite facilities as well as direct-dial telephone, satellite television, personal safe and a minibar. Hotel Villa del Bosco, Catania
A short walk from Milan's central railway station (Stazione Centrale) this four-star hotel in Italy puts you on the doorstep of Milan's most-seeable sights. The fashion district, Brera district, Milan Cathedral, La Scala and Castello Sforzesco, are all a stroll away from the Atlantic Hotel, on Milan's Via Napo Torriani. Atlantic Hotel, Milan
This is modern four-star comfort close to the historic centre of Carpi, in Emilia-Romagna. The Hotel Touring is within walking distance of the railway station and just 150 metres from the Piazza Martiri: this enormously imposing piazza is one of the biggest squares in Italy. Hotel Touring, Modena
This hotel in Rome lies in the Prati district of the city, halfway between the Vatican City and St Peter's Square, and the historic downtown area - with all the sights of Classical Rome. Hotel Farnese, Rome
Located close to the pretty and lively town of Cosenza, the three-star Hotel Piccolo Mondo offers a large range of spacious accommodation including double, triple and quadruple rooms. Each comes equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone and minibar. Hotel Piccolo Mondo, Cosenza
This Venice (Venezia) hotel is well-situated for all of your transport needs during your vacation. It is just 100 metres from the Santa Lucia railway station and is also close to the Piazzale Roma, where many of the city's transport terminals are situated. Hotel Zecchini, Venice
The Hotel New York in Milan offers guests a comfortable stay in a conveniently central location. This recently modernised and refurbished three-star hotel lies close to Milan's mainline railway station and the city's business district. Hotel New York, Milan
Set amongst private gardens, this hotel in Marina di Ragusa is a family-friendly haven just a short walk from the golden shores of the Sicilian coastline. Each room has a private bathroom, satellite television, and a secluded balcony from which to watch the sun set with a drink from your minibar. Hotel Terraqua, Ragusa
