Hotel Montecarlo is a very well appointed three-star hotel in Venice in a marvellous location just a stone's throw from St Mark's Square. Rooms at this Italian hotel are airy and spacious and guests benefit from excellent facilities. Hotel Montecarlo, Venice
The Hotel Central is close to the centre of Sorrento. 16 bright, comfortable rooms all have en-suite facilities plus cable/satellite TV and direct-dial phone. Guests can dine either in the stylish rooftop restaurant or the more informal cafe, and there's also a gym, outdoor pool and mini-spa. Hotel Central, Naples
The Boston Hotel is pleasant, modern hotel close to Bari's railway station and the historic city centre. There are 69 clean, comfortable rooms, all with private bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Hotel Boston, Bari
This hotel in Rome offers three-star comfort within walking distance of both the main railway station and air terminal (Stazione Termini) and the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Relax in the Hotel Raffaello's air-conditioned rooms, with ensuite bathrooms, satellite TV and in-room safe. Hotel Raffaello, Rome
Bologna's prestigious Excelsior hotel is part of the superior Starhotels chain and offers a high standard of service and comfort in a contemporary boutique-style setting. Starhotels Excelsior, Bologna
The three-star Hotel Aquila in Castelfranco Emilia, offers clean and comfortable accommodation to guests along with the advantage of being in an ideal position for exploring the nearby medieval cities of Modena and Bologna. Hotel Aquila, Modena
This Venice hotel in Corte Barozzi, a tiny square just behind Piazza San Marco (St Mark's Square), makes the perfect base from which to explore this most vibrant and unusual Italian city. Hotel Anastasia, Venice
This Nago hotel has a tranquil location in this charming hamlet close to Lake Garda. The Hotel Garni Toresela is well placed for enjoying the numerous resorts and villages on the shores of Garda, and for water sports on Italy's largest lake. Hotel Garni Toresela, Trento
