This lovely, family run hotel is unique for two reasons. First it has the most stunning views not only of the Alps but also the Saint Pierre and Sarriod de la Tour castles. Hotel Residence Chateau, Aosta
This hotel near Merano offers comfortable, three-star accommodation in an attractive mountain setting.There are 25 bright, comfortable rooms at the Hotel Alpenhof, Naturno/Naturns all with en-suite bathroom facilities, direct-dial telephone, internet connection facility and a personal safe for your personal belongings. Hotel Alpenhof, Bolzano
The Hotel Sa Orte, Fonni sits amid chestnut woods in the heart of Sardinia. Fonni is the highest town on the Mediterranean island, and you are among quite beautiful scenery here. This is a centre for winter sports (there are ski lifts up to Bruncu Spina and Monte Spada nearby), and the hotel is also very popular with hikers and walkers. Hotel Sa Orte, Nuoro
Right in the historic centre of Rome, this hotel in Italy could hardly be better placed for seeing the sights. The three-star Hotel Castellino, on Rome's Via Cesare Battisti, has artistic interior spaces, hung with modern art and murals. Hotel Castellino Palio Bianco, Rome
This attractively presented hotel in Trento province is located in the popular lakeside resort of Riva del Garda. There are 46 comfortable, en-suite rooms at the Hotel Riviera, all with direct-dial telephone, cable/satellite TV, a small personal safe and air conditioning. Hotel Riviera, Trento
The Hotel Riviera, Alghero, Sardinia has 55 bright, pleasant en-suite rooms, all with colour TV, direct-dial telephone, radio alarm and safety-deposit box. This hotel in Italy has an attractive restaurant serving international food and a comfortable bar. Hotel Riviera, Alghero, Sassari
Hotel Villa Bellavista lies in a quiet part of the pretty Amalfi Coast town of Praiano, surrounded by olive groves and lemon trees. Spacious, sunny, rooms with marvellous sea views from their balconies. Hotel Villa Bellavista, Salerno
Sleeps 10+
Set within an eighteenth century palazzo, this hotel in Florence offers modern luxury within a delightful old-world setting. Perfectly set up for families, with rooms to fit all sizes of party, this Florence hotel is right in the 'centro storico' of the city. Hotel Goldoni, Florence
