This pleasant three-star hotel is located close to the beach and within easy walking distance of the shopping centre at Bibione Spiaggia. This is a pleasant seaside resort on Italy's northeastern Adriatic coast with plenty of facilities and wonderful pinewoods filled with cycling and walking trails. Hotel Bembo, Venice
This modern hotel in Milan is conveniently located between the city's main train station and the Porta Venezia and close to the large public gardens. All the guest rooms at the four-star Hotel Mediolanum, Milan have en-suite facilities. Hotel Mediolanum, Milan
This Florence hotel is a renovated 19th century palace in the heart of the city, where the book and film 'Hannibal' was set. It is within walking distance of Florence's architectural highlights including the famous Uffizi Gallery, which boasts works by Michelangelo and the domed city cathedral, The Duomo, which dominates the Florence skyline. Hotel Adler Cavalieri, Florence
One of Sorrento's oldest hotels, a comprehensive refurbishment in 2003 means the Grand Hotel Royal is also one of the most comfortable and contemporary. With an open-air pool and a selection of bars and restaurants, it's impossible not to relax and enjoy yourself. Grand Hotel Royal, Naples
Aeolian Islands — Fascinating hotel with 3-star holiday accommodation on the Isle of Lipari, just north of Sicily. Sun, sea and history combine to make this the perfect, romantic vacation in Italy. Hotel Oriente. Hotel Oriente, Messina
Hotel Ristorante El Rustego is a charming hotel in Italy, housed in a converted manor house a little way outside the city of Padua. There are 41 comfortable rooms, all with en-suite facilities, satellite TV, radio alarm and a choice between a full-English breakfast and a continental buffet in the morning. Hotel Ristorante El Rustego, Padua
This attractive three-star hotel in Genoa is quietly tucked away on the edge of the Baia del Silenzio (the silent bay), yet just 200 metres from Genoa's famous Porto Antico area with the Cotone Congressi, Aquarium and shopping area. Hotel Helvetia, Genoa
The Best Western City Hotel is a lovely, peaceful four-star hotel in the centre of Genoa with 66 spacious, comfortable rooms. Every room has luxurious en-suite facilities, direct-dial telephone, internet connection, tea- and coffee-making facilities and AM/FM radio. Best Western City Hotel, Genoa
