A marvellously romantic location for this Amalfi coast hotel, the four-star Furore Inn Resort Hotel, near Ravello, is wedged into the cliffs between Positano and Amalfi. There are beautiful views down onto the blue waters of the Mediterranean - not least from the three swimming pools. Furore Inn Resort, Salerno
This hotel near Rome (in Fiumicino, Lazio) is ideally located near the airport for a brief stopover or a longer stay: to enjoy the ancient ruins of Ostia Antica and the vibrant beach life just a few minutes walk from your hotel room. Hotel Riviera, Rome
Hotel Palazzo Vitturi is an enchanting historic hotel in Venice, set in a quiet side-street close to St Mark's Square and the famous Rialto Bridge. There are nine elegant, spacious rooms, all with immaculate en-suite bathroom, satellite TV, telephone and minibar, and many rooms have breathtaking views. Hotel Palazzo Vitturi, Venice
Dolomites - This luxury 4-star hotel offers stylish holiday accommodation in northern Italy. Ideal for skiing, trekking and mountaineering holidays, the hotel is also handy for Lake Garda and offers health treatments, an indoor pool and a fully equipped gym. Hotel Emmy. Hotel Emmy, Bolzano
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Hotel Tirrenus is an attractive three-star hotel set in rolling countryside not far from Perugia's historic centre. There are 42 elegant rooms, all with en-suite facilities (especially adapted to accommodate guests with disabilities), cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel Tirrenus, Perugia
Hotel Stelle Marine overlooks the beautiful gulf of Arzachena and La Maddalena National Marine Park, with its gorgeous islands and clear waters. There are 72 luxurious en-suite rooms, all with their own private terrace with sea-views, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone and minibar. Stelle Marine, Sassari
Hotel Garibaldi is right in the centre of Mestre and just 10 minutes from both the international airport and the city of Venice. There are 28 bright, comfortable rooms, each with en-suite bathroom plus air-conditioning, satellite TV, radio, direct-dial phone line, safety-deposit box and internet connection. Hotel Garibaldi, Venice
A superb location just off the Ponte Cavour, on the eastern bank of the River Tiber for this hotel in Rome. The Hotel Ara Pacis offers style, comfort and hospitality in the historic heart of the city ... this hotel in Italy is within walking distance of the Vatican, and offers an excellent range of facilities for leisure and business travellers, individuals and families alike. Hotel Ara Pacis, Rome
