One of Sorrento's oldest hotels, a comprehensive refurbishment in 2003 means the Grand Hotel Royal is also one of the most comfortable and contemporary. With an open-air pool and a selection of bars and restaurants, it's impossible not to relax and enjoy yourself. Grand Hotel Royal, Naples
Located in the pretty seaside town of Tropea, the four-star Villa Antica Tropea is tastefully decorated and has a welcoming atmosphere. Hotel Villa Antica Tropea, Vibo Valentia
This wonderful four-star hotel is perfectly positioned for culture, outdoor activities and local shops and bars. One of Europe's most famous spas is directly connected to the hotel and the great outdoors of the Reno river valley and the Apennines are within easy reach. Hotel Santoli, Bologna
Hotel Bellevue is a stylish modern hotel located just a short walk from the beach at Bibione. This excellent hotel near Venice has 65 generously proportioned rooms, all with en-suite bathroom facilities, individually controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, personal safe, satellite television and a minibar stocked with drinks and snacks. Hotel Bellevue, Venice
Venice's Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo is a lavish four-star hotel in the Best Western chain. This Italian hotel offers high standards of service and accommodation close to the centre of Venice. Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo, Venice
This hotel in Sorrento is located with a beautiful view of Mount Vesuvius. Famous past visitors included Milton, Shelley and Keats in the days when the Imperial Hotel Tramontano, Sorrento was a private house. Today it is a comfortable four-star hotel promising a luxurious stay. Imperial Hotel Tramontano, Naples
This hotel is in Anzola Emilia, on the outskirts of Bologna, nestled in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It has much to offer within its grounds. Hotel Garden, Bologna
Opened in 2004, the Hotel Alimandi Vaticano, Rome, offers contemporary comforts in a beautifully realised traditional 'Liberty style' setting. Even better - sitting right in front of the Vatican museums, this Rome hotel offers superb access to St Peter's and the Vatican City. Hotel Alimandi Vaticano, Rome
