With a very nice situation in a residential area of Naples, the three-star Hotel Splendid has lovely views and a peaceful location ... the ideal haven to return to after a busy day exploring this vibrant southern Italian city. Hotel Splendid, Naples
Hotel Machiavelli is a restored 16th Century palace in the ancient centre of Florence with splendid views of the Duomo and other landmarks. Three stars. Hotel Machiavelli, Florence, Florence
Take a self-catering break in this Fiumicino hotel, near Rome, where every room is a self-contained suite including a double bed, living room, and kitchenette with all mod cons. The sights of Rome are a mere train ride away, whilst the sunny beaches and ice cream parlours of Ostia Lido are within walking distance. Euro House Hotel, Rome
In a quiet street in the centre of Verona, the Hotel Corte Ongaro offers guests a warm welcome and all modern conveniences. Bedrooms are comfortable and well furnished, as is the lounge and exclusive bar area. Corte Ongaro, Verona
The Hotel Pantalon, Venice is a welcoming, comfortable three-star hotel in the city's University district, around 15 minutes' walk from St Mark's Square. There are 15 spacious rooms, all decorated in evocative Venetian style with en-suite facilities, direct-dial phone, colour TV, internet point and minibar. Hotel Pantalon, Venice
This comfortable three-star hotel in Mestre is located in the city's commercial centre, which has great transport links both to Venice and to the rest of the Veneto region. There are 18 bright, air-conditioned rooms at the Hotel Regit, Mestre, all decorated and furnished in a restrained, classical style and equipped with direct-dial telephone, satellite TV and a refrigerated minibar. Hotel Regit, Venice
This three-star hotel in Salerno province is located in the centre of the pretty coastal resort of Amalfi, just 50 metres from the Duomo and a two-minute walk from the beach. Hotel Floridiana, Salerno
A delightful hotel in Amalfi, the three-star Hotel La Bussola puts you a few steps away from the seashore, and the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean. Nearby is Amalfi's eleventh century cathedral, and to the back of the hotel the dramatic cliffs, which frame the town, rise into the blue skies of southern Italy. Hotel La Bussola, Salerno
