The Hotel Miami is a reasonably-priced hotel in an enviable position on the Via Nazionale, one of the main streets in the ancient city centre of Rome. This Rome hotel has been renovated very recently, and its 48 comfortable and modern rooms are all equipped with air-conditioning, minibar, satellite TV and safety deposit box. Hotel Miami, Rome
A friendly hotel in the heart of Venice, the Hotel Diana puts attractions such as St Mark's Square almost on your doorstep. There is a choice of modern or traditionally Venetian rooms. All rooms are soundproofed and have air conditioning, minibar, hairdryer, room safe, direct dial phones and satellite TV. Hotel Diana, Venice
A perfect base for your stay in Rome, the Hotel Apollo is within walking distance of the Forum, Colosseum and Spanish Steps. This hotel in Italy prides itself on its attentive and conscientious family management. Hotel Apollo, Rome
On the banks of the River Arno, the recently refurbished Hotel River combines modern comforts with classic style. It has 38 rooms with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, central heating, satellite TV, safe, direct-dial telephone and smoke alarm, and is particularly suitable for disabled guests. Hotel River, Florence
Hotel Holiday in Praiano offers comfortable and well-appointed rooms, each with a balcony and stunning views of the Amalfi Coast. Room sizes range from a double to a quadruple, which is perfect for families. Hotel Holiday, Salerno
The Palladium Palace Hotel lies close to Rome's central railway station and airport terminal. There are 80 rooms, each with en-suite facilities, satellite TV, minibar and Internet access. The hotel has a restaurant and lounge/bar. Hotel Palladium Palace, Rome
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
The three-star hotel Gauro is in Pozzuoli, just west of Naples. This is an ideal base for exploring the city, for visiting the delightful islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida (there are regular ferries from Pozzuoli), and for exploring the extraordinary volcanic landscape of the Campi Flegrei (the Elysian Fields of Classical myth). Hotel Gauro, Naples
