This attractive mountain hotel near Bolzano (Bozen) is a real haven for hikers. It's set amid stunning mountain scenery and the area is full of lovely trails and paths through the gorgeous Tyrolean countryside. Hotel Regina, Bolzano
This hotel in Venice (Venezia) is located in a peaceful area of the city centre, just five minutes walk from St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco). The three-star Hotel Apostoli Palace, Venice is also close to many of the city's highlights, such as the Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) and St Mark's Basilica. Hotel Apostoli Palace, Venice
A lovely hotel near Agrigento, the Baia di Ulisse Beach Hotel is idyllically located close to the lovely Le Dune beach and just seven kilometres from the medieval centre of Agrigento itself. There are 92 comfortable rooms, all with en-suite facilities, colour TV, personal safe and minibar. Baia di Ulisse Beach Hotel, Agrigento
The three-star Hotel Bentivoglio, near Bologna, lies in delightful surroundings, opposite the 16th-century Bentivoglio Family Castle and overlooking the Naval Canal. The centre of Bologna is just 10km away and this accommodation offers everything you need. Hotel Bentivoglio, Bologna
The Hotel Metropolitan is a three-star hotel that puts you on the very doorstep of Bologna's centro storico. Within a short stroll you'll find fine restaurants and bars, and sights such as the Neptune Fountain, the Piazza Maggiore and the Museo Civico. Friendly, comfortable and convenient. Hotel Metropolitan, Bologna
A marvellous choice of hotel in Liguria, The Pollon Inn is a welcoming guesthouse-style hotel right in the centre of San Remo. This Italian hotel is close to the Teatro Ariston, where the world-famous San Remo festival is held. There are just three charming en-suite rooms, all with satellite TV and direct-dial telephone. Pollon Inn, Imperia
Run by a friendly local family, this hotel in Pozzallo is set just a few blocks from the Mediterranean and within easy walking distance of the sights of this harbour town. Manenti's House, Ragusa
Step through the vaulted arches and limestone portico of this Syracuse (Siracusa) hotel and be transported back into medieval Sicily. Rooms are designed with antique furniture and in a rustic style with views across the terracotta skyline of this charming suburb of Sicily's most ancient city. Hotel Alla Giudecca, Syracuse
