A very nice three-star hotel in Amalfi, right on the seafront and next to the Duomo (Amalfi's cathedral), the Hotel Aurora has 29 comfortable double rooms, with options including air-conditioning, en-suite facilities and minibar. Hotel Aurora, Salerno
Hotel Re Enzo is a pleasant three-star hotel in Bologna, conveniently located close to the city centre, yet outside the pedestrianised district. There are 51 comfortable rooms, all with superb en-suite facilities plus satellite TV, telephone, internet connection point, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Hotel Re Enzo, Bologna
The Strand Hotel Colorado is an attractive three-star hotel directly on the seafront a few kilometres outside Ravenna, in Lido di Savio. There are 44 comfortable rooms, many with private balconies overlooking the sea and all with en-suite facilities, satellite TV, direct-dial phone and direct modem link. Strand Hotel Colorado, Ravenna
The Hotel Edera, on Via Angelo Poliziano, lies in the heart of Rome, within easy reach of numerous of the major sights. This member of the Leonardi hotel chain, with 14 establishments in the city, is an old, five-storey building, nicely renovated in a modern, functional style. Hotel Edera, Rome
Hotel Rosa is a delightful three-star hotel in the spa town of Abano Terme, which lies just 8km from Padua. This marvellous old city, dating back to pre-Roman times has numerous unmissable sights, including the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua. Hotel Rosa, Padua
Hotel Ilga is an attractive modern hotel conveniently situated in the commercial centre of Collecchio, close to the football stadium and just a short drive from the centre of Parma. Hotel Ilga, Parma
Near the Via Veneto, the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, this hotel in Italy offers comfortable, family-focused accommodation perfectly situated for exploring Rome. The three-star Nuovo Hotel Quattro Fontane has good-sized suites with ensuite bathrooms, and cribs for the children, and non-smoking rooms are available. Nuovo Hotel Quattro Fontane, Rome
This hotel in Salerno province is set in the unspoilt resort of Palinuro, on Italy's Cilento coast. Part of the international Best Western chain, the Hotel La Conchiglia offers excellent standards of comfort and hospitality. Hotel La Conchiglia, Salerno
