This Sicily hotel, Italy, is a beautifully and faithfully renovated 19th century country villa. It is located amid wonderful countryside and next to the sea at Terrauzza wildlife reserve, not far from Arenella beach. Hotel Principe di Fitalia. Hotel Principe di Fitalia, Syracuse
The Residence Bosco della Spina, run much as a hotel, offers both daily and weekly accommodation in a range of suites within this restored mediaeval farm complex. Restaurant, pool, and splendid hilltop views, located between Siena and Montalcino. Bosco della Spina, Siena
Podere Marchiano Farmhouse Inn, Tuscany — This farmhouse in Chianti has excellent facilities and is well-placed for excursions into central Italy, with Siena and Florence within easy reach. Podere Marciano Farmhouse Inn, Florence
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Lake Garda - This lakeside hotel is perfect for peaceful romantic holidays and within easy sightseeing distance of Verona, Brescia and even Milan and Venice. Hotel Bisesti. Hotel Bisesti, Verona
Euro Hotel is a modern hotel and conference centre offering four-star accommodation near Pisa, Italy, a great choice from the many Tuscany hotels on offer. It Euro Hotel, Pisa
Another new hotel inside the walls of Lucca, Hotel San Martino is a small, family-run hotel with a friendly atmosphere. Albergo San Martino, Lucca
Just 100m from the medieval city walls of Lucca, this lovely little Lucca hotel offers luxurious villa style accommodation ... the 4-star Hotel Villa Agnese. Hotel Villa Agnese, Lucca
Tuscany - A recently refurbished, friendly 2-star hotel offering holiday accommodation in the centre of Florence. Hotel Ariston, Florence. Hotel Ariston, Florence, Florence
