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
A three-star hotel in Milan, the Hotel delle Nazioni is superbly situated near to the main railway station - meaning quick connections to Milan's three airports. This hotel in Italy is within a few minutes of the Duomo, the main shopping areas and the San Siro football stadium. Hotel Delle Nazioni, Milan
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
This welcoming hotel in Salerno province enjoys a lovely location on the Cilento coast, not far from an area of national park and within reach of the ancient Greek ruins at Paestum. Hotel Pixunte, Salerno
The Hotel Edera, on Via Angelo Poliziano, lies in the heart of Rome, within easy reach of numerous of the major sights. This member of the Leonardi hotel chain, with 14 establishments in the city, is an old, five-storey building, nicely renovated in a modern, functional style. Hotel Edera, Rome
A quite unique hotel in Lucca, the three-star Corte Di Re Artu is an unusual Arthurian-themed hotel set outside Lucca's city walls. The decor is medieval in style and the six rooms are named after King Arthur and characters from the Arthurian legends. Corte Di Re Artu, Lucca
Hotel Ambasciata is delightful three-star accommodation, centrally located not far from the mainline railway station. This hotel in Venice-Mestre is just ten minutes from the centre of Venice by public transport and has plenty of free car parking. Hotel Ambasciata, Venice
Hotel Ateneo is a charming little historic hotel in Venice, nestling in a quiet backwater just a stone's throw from St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge. There are 20 elegant rooms decorated in 19th-century Venetian style with rich fabrics and fine furnishings. Hotel Ateneo, Venice
