Hotel All'Orso is a beautiful three-star hotel surrounded by green gardens in the town of Roncade, just nine kilometres from Treviso. Its 35 en-suite rooms are fully equipped with direct-line telephones, satellite TV, minibar, air-conditioning and security box. Hotel All'Orso, Treviso
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
The three star Hotel Zilema is located in the culturally and historically rich town of Cosenza. With many beautiful beaches close at hand and the exciting and dramatic Sila mountains just within reach, this hotel is the perfect base, whether your holiday requirements are action and sport or the pursuit of relaxation. Hotel Zilema, Cosenza
Hotel Minerva is a welcoming three-star Italian Riviera hotel, set in a wonderful location at the foot of the glorious Monte di Portofino. There are 35 elegant, spacious rooms, all with terrace or balcony offering splendid views. All rooms have their own private bathroom plus satellite television, safety-deposit box, direct-dial phone and minibar. Hotel Minerva, Genoa
The Hotel Doria, Rome lies on Via Merulana, in the heart of the city. The main railway station at Termini is nearby, as is Santa Maria Maggiore (one of Rome's major basilicas). There are unmissable sights such as the Trevi Fountain, the Triton Fountain and of course the Colosseum. Hotel Doria, Rome
This 3-star Venice hotel is on Calle dei Fabbri, in the bustling heart of the downtown, near St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge. Recently renovated, the Antica Locanda Al Gambero offers spacious, comfortable non-smoking rooms, each with private bathroom, air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, safe, direct-dial telephone and coffee/tea making facilities. Antica Locanda al Gambero, Venice
The Hotel La Calcina, Venice boasts a beautiful waterfront location on the picturesque Zattere, which overlooks the Lagoon. San Marco is just a 15-minute walk from here and there is a water-bus landing stage right by the hotel. Hotel La Calcina, Venice
This hotel in Venice (Venezia) is an ideal mix of peaceful surroundings and a perfect base from which to see all that the city has to offer. The three-star Antica Casa Coppo, Venice is a fully restored Venetian palace, which was refurbished as recently as 2004. Hotel Antica Casa Coppo, Venice