Take a step back to the luxury of the grand, nineteenth-century European hotels. This four-star Turin hotel combines period chandeliers, fine fabrics and Victorian-period furniture with the latest in modern comforts. The Starhotels Majestic lies on Corso Vittorio, right in the heart of Turin. Starhotels Majestic, Turin
The Hotel Splendid is a glorious four-star spa hotel in northern Italy. Idyllically situated in the wonderful Galzignano Terme resort, it lies in the Euganian Hills a short distance from Padua. As well as a spa and two swimming pools the hotel has an elegant restaurant, a lounge bar and 91 supremely comfortable en-suite rooms. Hotel Splendid, Padua
This hotel in Italy is set in the historic centre of Florence, and within easy walking distance of countless of the city's historical treasures. 21 beautifully renovated suites lie within this artfully remodelled 18th century building, a marvellous mix of antique charm and modern comforts. The Residence Palazzo dei Ciompi is an excellent option for families. Palazzo dei Ciompi, Florence
A hotel in Florence equally suited to leisure or business travellers, the Anglo American Hotel dates back to 1792. State-of-the-art conference facilities sit alongside rooms decorated in a traditional and sophisticated style, with paintings of the Florentine school hanging on the walls. Anglo American Hotel, Florence
Hotel Tiffany's is a handsome modern four-star hotel strategically situated right on the beachfront at the seaside resort of Riccione, just three kilometres along the coast from Rimini. Hotel Tiffany's, Rimini
Hotel President is a four star hotel situated on the seafront at Viareggio on the Versilian Riviera. Refurbished in the classic local Liberty style, it also has a rooftop restaurant. Hotel President, Lucca
Naples' Grand Hotel Oriente has been the hotel of choice for an international clientele since it first opened its doors in the 1940s. This elegantly modern four-star hotel has 131 rooms for all sizes of guest party and there is a superb restaurant offering an artful blend of international, Mediterranean and Neapolitan cuisine. Grand Hotel Oriente, Naples
This very comfortable hotel in Sassari province is located close to the magical medieval town of Castelsardo with its wonderful 12th-century castle perched up on a hill overlooking the ancient town. Hotel Nadir, Sassari
