In the heart of the colourful Santa Croce district of Florence, home to artisans' workshops and trendy eateries, the Hotel Arizona features comfortable, sound-proofed rooms with a wide range of amenities. Hotel Arizona, Florence
This Lake Como hotel has a marvellous position - gazing down on the waters of the lake from its hillside vista high on the western shore. A very pleasant hotel in a delightful spot, the Hotel La Sorgente, Plesio prides itself on its friendly and attentive staff. Hotel La Sorgente, Como
This medium-sized hotel in Milan (Milano) has an eco-friendly approach, evident in its sympathetic style and environmentally friendly furnishings. The Hotel Ariston, Milan has 52 comfortable, en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite/cable television, high-speed internet access, personal safe and minibar. Hotel Ariston, Milan
Hotel Porta San Mamolo is a wonderfully atmospheric hotel in the centre of Bologna offering traditional Bolognese hospitality. There are 29 attractive rooms, all with satellite TV, direct-dial phone, internet connection point and minibar. Hotel Porta San Mamolo, Bologna
This hotel near Florence is conveniently located just a couple of kilometres from the A1 Autostrada (motorway/highway) exit of Firenze/Certosa and not far from the ancient monastery of Certosa di Firenze. Central downtown Florence is just a short drive away and the gorgeous rolling Chianti countryside is right on the hotel doorstep. Hotel Villa Ambrosina, Florence
Hotel Europa, Poggibonsi has 60 air-conditioned en-suite rooms, each with telephone/fax, cable/satellite TV and internet connection. Free parking is available, there's a guests' TV room as well as a lounge bar. Hotel Europa, Siena
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Hotel Minerva is a handsome modern hotel close to the airport and Brindisi's major transport links. The hotel, in the southern Italian region of Puglia, has 122 bright, spacious rooms, all with satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and a separate seating area with a kitchenette and minibar. Hotel Minerva, Brindisi
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This romantic, elegant three-star hotel offers panoramic views of the sparkling Gula of Diano Marina and unrivalled access to some of the region's superb sporting activities. Hotel Golfo e Palme, Imperia
