Located at the foot of spectacular Mont Blanc (Monte Bianco to give the mountain its Italian epithet) this Courmayeur hotel is close to Valle d'Aosta's most famous ski resorts, and sits snug in the heart of the Italian Alps. Hotel Centrale, Aosta
This Venice (Venezia) hotel is a family-run enterprise based in a characteristic old square or 'campo' in the centre of town. Each room at the three-star Hotel San Gallo, Venice has all modern requirements, including cable Sky television, en-suite bathroom facilities and refrigerated minibars. Hotel San Gallo, 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
Ten minutes from the centre of Amalfi, the family-run Hotel dei Cavalieri overlooks the Gulf of Salerno. It has of 60 centrally heated rooms with private shower or bath and WC. Many rooms have balconies, and the superior rooms have air conditioning and a minibar. The hotel also has three villas with private access to the beach. Hotel Dei Cavalieri, Salerno
The three-star Hotel Liberty, Viareggio is located right on the seafront of this Mediterranean resort in Tuscany, close to the centre of town with its elegant shops, fine restaurants and lively nightlife. Hotel Liberty, Lucca
Set within an eighteenth century palazzo, this hotel in Florence offers modern luxury within a delightful old-world setting. Perfectly set up for families, with rooms to fit all sizes of party, this Florence hotel is right in the 'centro storico' of the city. Hotel Goldoni, Florence
This Naples hotel is in the city centre, near the Decumano Maggiore - Naples' historic area. Recently renovated, the Hotel Plaza, Naples (a Best Western hotel) is an elegant modern establishment with 57 comfortable, stylish rooms that have air-conditioning, cable/satellite TV, internet access, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, minibar and safe. Hotel Plaza, Naples
The Palladium Palace Hotel lies close to Rome's central railway station and airport terminal. There are 80 rooms, each with en-suite facilities, satellite TV, minibar and Internet access. The hotel has a restaurant and lounge/bar. Hotel Palladium Palace, Rome
