Within easy reach of the sea, the Hotel Lidomare has 15 stylish, comfortable rooms with bathroom and/or shower, satellite TV, safe, air conditioning, minibar, direct-dial phone, central heating and Jacuzzi. The Hotel Lidomare also has three holiday apartments in Lone, near two of the top beaches on the Amalfi coast. Hotel Lidomare, Salerno
If travelling is the art of discovery, then the three star Hotel Piemontese will prove a revelation. Built at the end of the 1800s in Liberty style, this is surely one of the nicest hotels in Turin, Italy. Hotel Piemontese, Turin
This hotel in Ischia is located on the eastern coast of this lovely volcanic island. Situated in the north of the Bay of Naples, off the western coast of Italy, Ischia is easily accessible from the mainland by ferry. Hotel Europa, Ischia, Naples
Set within the magnificent rugged scenery of the Valle d'Aosta, the three-star Hotel Tavernier enjoys views of Mont Blanc and is located close to the big, dipping cable car. The 14 air-conditioned double and twin rooms are all equipped with TV, telephone, mini bar and bathroom whilst the cosy restaurant and bar offer good food and wine in an informal setting. Hotel Tavernier, Aosta
Actually facing the sea, this Sicily hotel has wonderful sea views from the balconies of its rooms and is superbly located at Scoglitti, near ancient Kamarina, on Sicily's south coast near Ragusa. Inland, Ragusa and Noto are the most famous of the Baroque towns with narrow streets and beautiful eighteenth century architecture. Hotel Mida, Ragusa
A choice of hotel rooms or apartments at the Hotel Astoria, in the heart of historic Bologna. This family run hotel prides itself on friendly, efficient service ... and within easy reach of the sights of this lovely old city. Hotel Astoria, Bologna
This Rome hotel is right in the middle of Rome within minutes of many of the city's main tourist attractions, including the Spanish Steps, the Piazza di Spagna, the Colosseum and the Pantheon. You're also within minutes of the main shopping district, Via Frattina e Via Condotti. Hotel Accademia, Rome
This hotel in Sassari province is set in the lively town of Alghero, an ancient fishing port with lots of history and strong Catalan influences in its food and architecture. Alma di Alghero Hotel, Sassari
