This Venice hotel, in the Cannaregio district in the north of the city, was once the home of Turkish tradesmen. Today, the Ai Mori d'Oriente Hotel is a stylish 4-star establishment that offers 55 luxurious guest rooms, each with air conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, minibar, safe and internet access. Hotel Ai Mori D'Oriente, Venice
The elegant Grand Hotel de la Ville, Sorrento, has 120 tastefully furnished rooms, each with en-suite bathroom, own direct-dial phone, satellite TV, safety deposit box and minbar. There are two swimming pools, an excellent restaurant and two congenial bars. Grand Hotel De La Ville, Naples
This fine hotel in Salerno province is located in the picturesque coastal resort of Amalfi, overlooking the sea. Hotel Miramalfi is situated on the edge of the town and its privileged position ensures spectacular views. Hotel Miramalfi, Salerno
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
Hotel Principe is housed in a handsome historic villa on the banks of the River Arno in Florence's (Firenze) city centre. There are 20 comfortable en-suite rooms, each furnished with antiques and have direct-dial telephone, safety-deposit box and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel Principe, Florence
The 4 star Hotel Brunelleschi could not have a more central location, sited as it is in the very middle of Florence, just a few short steps from the Cathedral and the Palazzo Vecchio. Hotel Brunelleschi, Florence
Hotel Quattro Fontane was originally designed as an important aristocratic residence on the Venice Lido and is now an exceptionally comfortable country-house-style hotel. Hotel Quattro Fontane, Venice
The Etrusco Palace Hotel is located in Arezzo's business district, a convenient five-minute taxi ride from the railway station and around ten minutes from the motorway exit. There are 80 spacious en-suite rooms, all with satellite TV, direct-dial phone line, am/fm radio, personal safe and minibar. Etrusco Palace Hotel, Arezzo
