This Venice hotel, in the Cannaregio district in the north of the city, was once the home of Turkish tradesmen. Today, the Ai Mori d'Oriente Hotel is a stylish 4-star establishment that offers 55 luxurious guest rooms, each with air conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, minibar, safe and internet access. Hotel Ai Mori D'Oriente, Venice
The elegant Strozzi Palace Hotel is perfectly placed for visiting Florence's top tourist attractions, such as the Duomo, and for designer-name shopping. The Fortezza da Basso exhibition centre is also in the area. Strozzi Palace Hotel, Florence
This hotel in Courmayeur is situated at the foot of Mont Blanc (Monte Bianco) in the heart of the Italian Alps. Situated just 200 metres from the centre of Courmayeur, the Hotel Villa Novecento offers grand views of the mountains, and provides excellent access to the pistes, with private shuttles ferrying you to and from the slopes. Hotel Villa Novecento, Aosta
This hotel in Sorrento has stunning views over the Gulf of Naples and is in the perfect location for visiting tourist sites, such as the volcano of Mount Vesuvius or the ancient town of Pompeii. This four-star hotel has 107 air-conditioned rooms well equipped with satellite TV and phone. Grand Hotel President, Naples
A lovely hotel in the heart of Bologna, the Aemilia Golden Tulip Hotel is strategically located close to the city centre and not far from the town's business district and exhibition centre. Aemilia Hotel, Bologna
A winning mix of comfort and friendliness, this Milan hotel was completely renovated in 2004. The Hotel Baviera is situated close to the main rail station, the fashion district, Las Scala and the Cathedral ... perfect for making the most of your stay in Milan. Hotel Baviera, Milan
The elegant Grand Hotel de la Ville, Sorrento, has 120 tastefully furnished rooms, each with en-suite bathroom, own direct-dial phone, satellite TV, safety deposit box and minbar. There are two swimming pools, an excellent restaurant and two congenial bars. Grand Hotel De La Ville, Naples
In the heart of La Spezia, the four-star Jolly Hotel is a terrific base for exploring the lovely region of Liguria and the northern Tyrrhenian coast of Italy, with delights such as the Cinque Terre. This La Spezia Hotel has a choice of comfortable single, double or twin rooms, most with sea views. Jolly Hotel, La Spezia
