This romantic, elegant three-star hotel offers panoramic views of the sparkling Gula of Diano Marina and unrivalled access to some of the region's superb sporting activities. Hotel Golfo e Palme, Imperia
Hotel Nettuno is a charming family-run hotel in the attractive Ligurian resort of Diano Marina. There are 27 bright, simply furnished rooms, many with balconies and splendid views and all with their own private bathroom, satellite TV, telephone, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Hotel Nettuno, Imperia
Part of the popular Baglioni hotel chain, this prestigious five-star hotel in Milan has an enviable location in the heart of the city's fashion district. The Carlton Hotel Baglioni is set in a beautiful historic building which overlooks the magnificent Piazza del Duomo and the fashionable Via della Spiga - it's hard to imagine a more perfect location for a stay in Milan. Carlton Hotel Baglioni, Milan
The Hotel Novotel Torino is in the north-east of Turin, near the commercial areas, and is perfect for business travellers and families alike. The friendly staff can help arrange conferences in any of the eight meeting rooms and high-speed internet connection is also available. Hotel Novotel Torino, Turin
Hotel Jane is a pleasant three-star hotel in Italy, conveniently located around 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Florence. There are 24 rooms, all with private shower room, satellite TV, direct-dial phone, fax and minibar. Hotel Jane, Florence
This luxurious four-star hotel in Ferrara has been artfully created from a beautiful fifteenth century palace. Once the seat of the Counts of Beccari-Freguglia, the magnificent building is now an elegant yet friendly city centre hotel, offering very comfortable accommodation. Ripagrande Hotel, Ferrara
The Hotel Cavour, on Naples' Piazza Garibaldi with its many transport links, is a comfortable, elegant hotel with 92 tastefully decorated, air-conditioned rooms. There is a first-class restaurant serving a selection of local and international dishes plus an elegant French-style lounge/bar. Hotel Cavour, Naples
Conveniently located for both the baroque churches of the old town and the modern boutiques of the commercial centre, this hotel in Ragusa boasts 90 modern rooms with marbled floors, mood lighting and all modern conveniences. Mediterraneo Palace Hotel, Ragusa
