The family-run holiday Residence Il Sogno is ideal for families and friends who want to enjoy everything Lake Garda has to offer. It has 25 comfortable, air-conditioned apartments with their own balcony and a wide range of amenities including satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, safe and kitchen equipment. Residence Il Sogno, Brescia
Hotel Capinera in Rimini has a comfortable atmosphere with a pretty garden and terrace for relaxing after a long day's sightseeing in the nearby old town or sunbathing on the beach, which is just minutes away. Hotel Capinera, Rimini
The three-star Hotel Corallo has plenty of facilities to delight sun worshippers, culture vultures, business travellers, families and couples. It enjoys stunning views across the Mediterranean and all the rooms come with a balcony with sea view, and the town's sandy beach is within easy reach. Hotel Corallo, Imperia
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
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
This hotel near Venice has an excellent location just 30 metres from the promenade and within close proximity to the wonderful, sandy beach. Venice is easily accessible by public transport and Lido di Jesolo has a huge range of facilities including an excellent range of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and shops. Hotel Ragno, Venice
Calabria — An elegant 3-star hotel with great dining, conference and sports facilities, private beach, boat trips and organised excursions. Hotel Club Kennedy. Hotel Club Kennedy, Reggio Calabria
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This hotel in Rome is found right in the heart of the Eternal City, near to many of the town's beautiful monuments, including the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the Colosseum. Hotel Tritone, Rome
