The Hotel Castello, near Bologna, is a comfortable four-star hotel quietly located in the little spa town of Castel San Pietro Terme, which is about 18km out of the city. Hotel Castello, Bologna
Tucked in the quiet streets behind Bologna's main railway station, the Hotel Il Guercino offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of the city's historic centre. Rooms have private terraces, air conditioning and internet access. Hotel Il Guercino, Bologna
This Naples hotel is within easy reach of the motorway, and just a short ride away from the airport. The central railway station and the Metro are also conveniently close at hand. A comfortable child-friendly establishment, the Grand Hotel Europa, Naples (Napoli) has 80 stylish rooms and suites, each with a range of modern amenities. Grand Hotel Europa, Naples
The three star Hotel Zilema is located in the culturally and historically rich town of Cosenza. With many beautiful beaches close at hand and the exciting and dramatic Sila mountains just within reach, this hotel is the perfect base, whether your holiday requirements are action and sport or the pursuit of relaxation. Hotel Zilema, Cosenza
On the outskirts of Naples, this four-star Italian hotel is in the town of Pozzuoli, in the Campi Flegrei. This active volcanic area is the Elysian Fields of Classical myth, immortalised by Homer and Virgil. There are fascinating trips out to explore the nearby semi-extinct volcano of Solfatara, with steam and sulphur issuing from the 'fumaroles' that pockmark the hot soil. Hotel Beauty Farm Villa Luisa, Naples
Hotel Bristol Buja is a splendid five-star hotel in Abano Terme, near the northern Italian city of Padua. The hotel has four thermal swimming pools, an extensive health spa and a range of sporting activities on offer. Hotel Bristol Buja, Padua
Located in Sicily's south-east corner, in the town of Modica close to Ragusa, this elegant nineteenth century Sicilian hotel offers Mediterranean charm close to a dramatic coastline well-stocked with ruins and spectacular caves. Hotel Villa Cannizzo, Ragusa
This extremely stylish four-star hotel in Rimini is the ideal base for young holidaymakers or business people. The Duomo Hotel is decorated with striking art and furnishings, and its 34 rooms and nine suites are also striking and come with breakfast included. Duomo Hotel, Rimini
