This elegant hotel in Piedmont is idyllically located on the eastern shores of Lake Orta; it boasts tremendous views over the lake and of the magnificent mountain scenery. The area abounds with cycling and nature trails and there are several excellent golf courses and facilities for watersports in the area. Hotel La Sibilla Cusiana, Novara
Hotel Residence is a charming three star hotel in Puglia, offering self-catering accommodation in a rural setting close to the pretty town of Turi. There are 11 mini-apartments in the picturesque countryside around the hotel, which has extensive gardens, an outdoor pool and tennis courts. Holiday Residence, Bari
Located in the heart of Venice, this three-star hotel is close to all the major sights, including St Mark's Square and the beautiful Rialto Bridge. Hotel Al Sole, Venice
Hotel Argentina is a bright, modern hotel in the quiet town of Assemini, a few minutes from Cagliari. There are 54 rooms, each with en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial phone and internet connection. Business facilities are available. Hotel Argentina, Cagliari
Right in the historic centre of Rome, this hotel in Italy could hardly be better placed for seeing the sights. The three-star Hotel Castellino, on Rome's Via Cesare Battisti, has artistic interior spaces, hung with modern art and murals. Hotel Castellino Palio Bianco, Rome
Hotel Residence Tramonto is a modern hotel in Puglia, offering B&B and self-catering accommodation within the Gargano coastal resort of Rodi Garganico. There are 54 light, airy rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, direct-dial phone line, TV and minibar. Hotel Residence Tramonto, Foggia
A beautifully sited hotel in Venice, the Hotel Villa Laguna is an excellent three-star hotel in a glorious location overlooking St Mark's Basin with views across to the Campanile. This nineteenth century red-brick villa has been elegantly transformed into a very nice Italian hotel. Hotel Villa Laguna, Venice
Hotel Magnolia is an attractive hotel housed in a pretty 19th-century villa conveniently located just 5 km from Treviso and 20 km from Venice. There are 30 spacious, comfortable rooms, all with private bathroom, satellite TV, radio, internet link and minibar. Hotel Magnolia, Treviso
