In Sicily's south-eastern corner, near famous Syracuse, with its legendary Greek ruins, this Sicily hotel is in the town of Modica. Hotel Palazzo Failla offers the chance to enjoy unspoilt scenery, magnificent examples of the region's Baroque architecture and a host of local archaeological sites while staying in a building of superb eighteenth-century elegance. Hotel Palazzo Failla, Ragusa
A delightful modern four-star hotel in Milan, with an artistic flavour, with paintings by contemporary Italian artist Ercole Pignatelli and sculptures by Gadda. The Hotel Sanpi offers luxurious rooms, with air conditioning, satellite television, voicemail phones, minibar and safe. Hotel Sanpi Milano, Milan
This four-star hotel in Venice Mestre is surrounded by the gardens of San Giuliano park and is within easy reach of all the city's major transport links. Venice is just ten minutes away either by bus or by train and the magical cities of the Veneto region are also easily accessible from here. Capitol Palace Hotel, Venice
Hotel Gattapone is a delightful four-star hotel housed in a historic villa close to the castle and Spoleto's medieval centre. With stunning views of the Monteluco hills and the famous medieval bridge Ponte delle Torri, the hotel is just a short stroll from all Spoleto's major attractions. Hotel Gattapone Spoleto, Perugia
Located in Marina Centro, with sea views, the modern Hotel Residence Litoraneo has 44 comfortable rooms with ensuite bathroom, television, telephone and hairdryer. It has a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and parking facilities. The hotel also offers air-conditioned apartments with a wide range of amenities. Hotel Residence Litoraneo, Rimini
Close to not just one, but two beaches, this brand-new Sicilian hotel is located on a stunning coastline south of Ragusa. Only built in 2006, the Hotel Parco Della Rocca, near Ragusa offers near-perfect four-star luxury. Hotel Parco Della Rocca, Ragusa
A modern 11-storey hotel, Tryp Verona is conveniently located in a suburb of Verona, with easy access to the motorway and the airport and only 5 km away from the city centre. Tryp Verona, Verona
Recently renovated, the Hotel Carlton offers comfortable four-star, beach-front accommodation in the popular Adriatic resort of Pescara. There are 64 tastefully furnished rooms, all with en-suite facilities as well as satellite TV, direct-dial phone, internet connection point and minibar. The hotel has a welcoming restaurant as well as a laid-back lounge-bar. Hotel Carlton, Pescara
