Luxury is the name of the game in this Frascati hotel. Set amongst the historic "Castelli Romani" (Roman castles) of the area, this opulent villa has 96 rooms featuring hair-dryers, satellite television and private safes. Grand Villa Tuscolana, Rome
The Amalfi Coast is renowned as one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in Europe. A four-star hotel in Salerno with a marvellous location, the Jolly Hotel lies at the heart of this bustling little port on Italy's Mediterranean seaboard. Jolly Hotel, Salerno
The Hotel Eliseo, Rome is part of the Leonardi chain, with 14 hotels in the Eternal City. With a great location, sitting at the top of the world-famous Via Veneto, and thus superbly positioned for the best of the city's fashion shopping, this Rome hotel offers four-star accommodation, and terrific views onto the Villa Borghese (Rome's second-largest park). Hotel Eliseo, Rome
The elegant, contemporary-style President Park Hotel is located in the attractive coastal resort of Acicastello, which lies around five kilometres north of Catania. This hotel in Sicily has 96 spacious rooms, many with a balcony and panoramic views. President Park Hotel, Catania
Hotel Carolus is a four star hotel in central Florence, housed in a fine neo-classical palace, and has been converted into a refined and fully-equipped hotel. Hotel Carolus, Florence
This hotel in Rome stands in an exclusive location by the ancient Roman Forum, a few steps from the Colosseum. The Dalai Lama has stayed in the hotel, although he insisted on sleeping on the floor! The hotel boasts a fantastic rooftop restaurant with a view over the three forums. Hotel Forum, Rome
Enjoy a continental breakfast on the sunny terrace of this Rimini hotel, overlooking the golden beaches of the Adriatic coast. Each room has a private balcony, satellite television, minibar and safe for your valuables. Hotel Derby, Rimini
This Rimini hotel offers a taste of the sumptuous history of the Adriatic Riviera. Fellini loved this neoclassical hotel so much, he set part of his film 'Amarcord' in its elegant corridors. Grand Hotel, Rimini
