This Positano hotel acts as a splendid base from which to explore the delightful Amalfi Coast, with its abundance of fashionable beaches and enticing views. The 80 beautiful rooms at the Hotel Conca D'Ora are each equipped with hairdryer, TV, and direct-line telephone, and every single room enjoys a breathtaking view over the Amalfi coastline itself. Hotel Conca D'Oro, Salerno
Hotel Royal is an attractive three-star hotel in the charming town of Bosa, on the Italian island of Sardinia. The hotel has 22 bright, comfortable rooms, all with balcony and en-suite bathroom facilities plus satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, fax machine and minibar. Hotel Royal, Nuoro
This Riva del Garda hotel is situated in this picturesque town on the northern shores of Lake Garda. It's easily accessed by coach from Milan airport and is in a great location to explore the many beautiful towns that surround this largest of the Italian lakes. Hotel Campagnola, Trento
Situated in the pretty Sorrento village of Vico Equense, the three-star Astoria Hotel puts you in the heart of the enchanting scenery of the Gulf of Naples. Occupying a superb position, with glimpses of the blue waters of the Mediterranean and of Mount Vesuvius, this family hotel in Sorrento has been in the same hands since the 1930s. Astoria Hotel, Naples
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
Hotel Duca degli Abruzzi is a pleasant modern hotel close to the beach front at Pescara on the Adriatic coast. There are 30 bright, simply furnished rooms, all with en-suite facilities, direct-dial phone, fax machine and minibar. Hotel Duca degli Abruzzi, Pescara
Hotel Bellevue is a pleasant three-star hotel conveniently situated close to Genoa's railway station; it's also handy for the airport as well as the stazione marittima. The hotel has 38 cheerfully decorated rooms, all with private en-suite facilities as well as satellite television, direct-dial telephone, fax and minibar. Hotel Bellevue, Genoa
With a terrific location on a quiet side street near to the central rail station of Termini, this Rome hotel is a good, affordable option right in the heart of town. The Hotel Europa offers three-star accommodation near to the metro (subway) stops at Castro Pretorio (just two minutes away) and Termini (five minutes). Hotel Europa, Rome
