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
Set in the natural park of Monti dei Gennargentu, in the centre of Sardinia, the Hotel Sa Muvara, Aritzo offers four-star luxury in a superb, unspoiled environment. This Aritzo hotel sits within five hectares of its own parkland - a region of pure mineral springs, forest-clad slopes and rolling meadows. Hotel Sa Muvara, Nuoro
The Villa Zuccari is a luxurious four-star country-house hotel in Montefalco, which lies amid pretty Umbrian countryside not far from Trevi. There are 34 spacious rooms (including several suites) all luxuriously decorated and fitted with en-suite bathroom, direct-dial phone, cable/satellite TV plus a separate seating area with a minibar. Villa Zuccari, Perugia
This Sorrento hotel is just 1200 metres from the lively downtown square, the Piazza Tasso, of Sorrento. Overlooking the pretty harbour of Sant'Agnello, the wide open terraces of the Hotel Cristina also afford guests unrivalled views of the Bay of Naples. Hotel Cristina, Naples
The four-star Hotel Aia Del Vento is located in the centre of Cisternino, a truly beautiful hill top town, just outside Brindisi. With its winding streets and whitewashed houses, this lovely town has been called the prettiest in Puglia. Hotel Aia Del Vento, Brindisi
Hotel Saccardi Quadrante Europa is a comfortable hotel in Verona. Located on the outskirts of the city it offers four-star accommodation. There are 126 rooms, including a handful of suites, each with luxurious en-suite facilities, direct-dial telephone, interactive satellite TV, internet access and a minibar. Hotel Saccardi Quadrante Europa, Verona
A modern hotel in Italy, the Daniels Hotel in Rome offers unusually large suites in the centre of the Eternal city. Comfort, relaxation and convenience are the key, and the multilingual staff are always on hand to help you plan your vacation in Rome and to make the most of the sights. Daniel's Hotel, Rome
This pleasant four-star hotel in Salerno province lies close to Marina di Casal Velino, not far from a lovely private beach. The Cilento National Park is nearby and the hotel is surrounded by acres of glorious countryside. Relais le Magnolie, Salerno
