Set right in front of the main railway station, this modern hotel in Ferrara is an ideal base for visitors to this historic city in Emilia-Romagna. In the late Middle Ages, Ferrara was home to one of the most artistic and culturally developed courts in Europe. Hotel de La Ville, Ferrara
Hotel Villa Le Rondini is nestled in a pretty hillside estate with panoramic views over the rooftops of Florence and the surrounding countryside. Equally suitable for a romantic weekend or a large conference, the four-star facilities include a swimming pool, a tennis court, exhibition halls and even a helipad. Hotel Villa Le Rondini, Florence
The Hotel Terminus is a large modern hotel on the Piazza Garibaldi, close to Naples' railway station and convenient for the airport. There are 168 modern, air-conditioned rooms all with cable/satellite TV, AM/FM radio, direct-dial phone line, internet connection and minibar. Hotel Terminus, Naples
If you're having difficulty choosing between the French and Italian Rivieras the three-star Hotel Astoria provides the solution. The panoramic terrace and rooms with balconies offer superb views along both the French and Italian coasts and the unmissable cities of Genoa and Nice are within easy reach, as is Monaco. Hotel Astoria, Imperia
This Venice hotel is situated in Cannaregio, a couple of minutes' walk from the Santa Lucia railway station and within easy reach of the Piazzale Roma and the Venice downtown. Hotel Ca Lucrezia, Venice
This prestigious four-star hotel near Venice is located directly on the beach in a quiet area of the resort named in honour of Gina Lollobrigida. The excellent amenities of Lido di Jesolo are immediately on hand and Venice is reachable by boat in around 30 minutes from here. Park Hotel Brasilia, Venice
An hotel in Naples with a difference, the Hotel 241 Correra is a three-star hotel including a contemporary art gallery. The rooms here are vivid, contrasting blocks of colour and form - this is an uncompromisingly modern hotel in Italy yet is situated perfectly for exploring the historic sights of Naples. Hotel Correra 241, Naples
Hotel Miramonti is a delightful family-run hotel perched on a tree-clad hillside in the pretty village of Rota d"Imagna a short drive from Bergamo. The hotel has 50 cosy rooms, all with well-appointed en-suite facilities as well as a private balcony with stupendous mountain views. Hotel Miramonti, Bergamo
