The Hotel Villa Kristina, Sicily, has a friendly, informal atmosphere and is quietly located a short distance from Taormina's historic centre. The hotel has 27 comfortable rooms, all with private bath or shower room, telephone and hairdryer. Hotel Villa Kristina, Messina
This hotel in Rome spans two wings and three floors of a former imperial palace and monastery. All of its original features have been kept and breakfast is served in the refectory where the monks used to dine. Domus Sessoriana, Rome
Hotel Kappa is a small, friendly hotel in the centre of Mestre, just 15 minutes from Venice. There are 20 comfortable rooms, each with en-suite facilities, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone line, high-speed internet link and minibar. Hotel Kappa, Venice
Hotel Elisir in Rimini has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with helpful staff and comfortable rooms. For families there is an outdoor play area for children and the pretty garden is perfect for relaxing in after a long day's sunbathing or exploring the city. Hotel Elisir, Rimini
The three-star Hotel Il Girasole, on the isle of Capri, is set in a peaceful corner of Anacapri between the Belvedere Migliera and the Monte Solaro. Public transport, which links all the island's points of interest, is easily accessible from the bus station which is just a five-minute walk away. Hotel Il Girasole, Naples
Hotel Aretusa Vacanze is an atmospheric hotel in Syracuse's historic centre housed in an attractive 17th-century villa. There are 10 simply furnished, contemporary-style rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, TV and fridge. Aretusa Vacanze, Syracuse
This Rome hotel is in the University area of the city, close to the main Termini railway station, which makes it easy to get to all of the attractions that you want to see during your stay in the Eternal City. Hotel Globus, Rome
Viareggio's Hotel Massimo is quietly situated not far from the elegant seafront of this attractive resort, situated on Tuscany's Mediterranean coast. This three-star hotel is within easy reach of Viareggio's centre with its excellent shopping and lively nightlife. Hotel Massimo, Lucca
