The three-star Costa Azzurra hotel in Briatico (in Italy's Calabria region) offers a splendid seafront location beside the Tyrrhenian: this is a coastline famous for its rocky coves, turquoise-blue water and beaches of white sand. Costa Azzurra, Vibo Valentia
Hotel Promenade e Residence Thermae is a mid-size 1950s-style hotel in Riccione. All 42 rooms and six suites have a private balcony plus en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone, internet modem and minibar. Promenade e Residence Thermae, Rimini
Hotel Farnese is a pleasant modern three-star hotel, centrally located and within easy reach of all major transport links. There are 76 comfortable rooms, all with en-suite facilities, cable/satellite TV, internet link, direct-dial telephone and fax. Hotel Farnese, Parma
Albergo Al Pian is a picturesque chalet-style hotel set amid stunning mountain scenery in the quiet resort of Vattaro. There are 18 simply furnished, comfortable rooms, many with private balcony and all with en-suite facilities, satellite/cable TV, direct-dial telephone and internet link. Albergo Al Pian, Trento
A terrific choice among Dolomite hotels, the Hotel Azola, Canazei, Trentino, Italy is the perfect vacation venue either in summer or winter. Hotel Azola, Trento
Hotel Villa Augustus, Aeolian Islands - 3-star Sicily hotel lies on Lipari off the north coast of Sicily. Great facilities, excellent sightseeing, nearby beaches, and splendid views of the Mediterranean make this the perfect spot for a romantic Italian vacation. Hotel Villa Augustus, Messina
Hotel Moresco is an charming three-star hotel on the attractive Ligurian coast close to Diano Marina. There are 39 comfortable rooms, all with balconies with lovely views plus modern private bathroom, direct-dial telephone, colour TV and internet modem. Hotel Moresco, Imperia
The welcoming Valentino Du Parc hotel, near the Lingotto Fiere and Torino Esposizioni exhibition centres, has 14 comfortable guest rooms and four suites, all with satellite TV, minibar, bathroom and shower or hot tub, air-conditioning, heating, welcome pack, PC connection and safe Hotel Valentino Du Parc, Turin
