Located in Sicily's south-east corner, in the town of Modica close to Ragusa, this elegant nineteenth century Sicilian hotel offers Mediterranean charm close to a dramatic coastline well-stocked with ruins and spectacular caves. Hotel Villa Cannizzo, Ragusa
This hotel in Rome is a simple, three-star hotel in a quiet street close to the ancient centre of the city. From here, guests can walk to attractions like the Trevi Fountain (Rome's oldest and largest fountain) in minutes. Hotel Milani, Rome
The Hotel des Artistes is close to Naples' famous Duomo where the famous "miracle of the blood of San Gennaro" takes place each year. Set in a pretty historic building, there are 10 tastefully decorated, spacious rooms all with private balcony, en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone line and minibar. Hotel Des Artistes, Naples
This Venice (Venezia) hotel is situated in the Cannaregio district, close to all the major transport terminals and stops. The Santa Lucia railway station is close at hand, as are the bus, car and boat terminals, making it easy to access any of the city's attractions. Hotel Antica Casa Carettoni, Venice
Venice's Antico Panada Hotel is an attractive three-star hotel in a very convenient location close to St Mark's (Piazza San Marco) and the Rialto Bridge. This Italian hotel has 48 comfortable rooms, each decorated in typical Venetian style. Antico Panada Hotel, Venice
A lovely hotel in Florence, with modern comforts within a beautifully restored fifteenth century building, the Hotel Unicorno is superbly placed closed to the main railway station at Santa Maria Novella. Hotel Unicorno, Florence
A three-star hotel in Naples, the MH Hotel is in a delightfully elegant and relaxed old part of town, just off the waterfront of the Bay of Naples. From here you can walk to the hydrofoil/ferry station, with its frequent services out to the islands, to Sorrento and Amalfi. MH Hotel, Naples
Set in a charming old Milanese palazzo, this comfortable three-star hotel in Milan (Milano) is conveniently situated near the central railway station and the city's business district. The international Trade Fair (Fiera) is around a mile away and public transport links are plentiful to take you to every corner of the city. Hotel Marconi, Milan
