This supremely comfortable four-star hotel is located in Bolzano's business district, just 100 metres from the Fairground. Transport links from here are excellent with the motorway/highway exit, railway station and airport all within easy striking distance. Sheraton Hotel, Bolzano
This hotel in the idyllic Campania region has 55 smart and spacious rooms; all have a safe, mini-bar, private bathroom, air conditioning and direct-dial telephone. Many also benefit from alluring views over the Bay of Naples, though the wide, flower-filled communal terrace has views enough for everyone. Hotel Corallo, Naples
Conveniently located right by the exit of the A11 motorway/highway, this very nice hotel in Lucca has 68 beautifully designed, modern rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, direct-dial telephone, cable/satellite TV and a well-stocked minibar. The Eurostars Toscana, Lucca has an excellent restaurant, a stylish bar, a well-equipped gymnasium and a dedicated business support centre. Eurostars Toscana, Lucca
Puglia's four-star Hotel Novecento enjoys a beautiful and convenient location just outside Ostuni and close to the bustling port and airport in Brindisi. Hotel Novecento, Brindisi
This hotel in Donnini, half an hour away from Florence, was built in the 13th century as a monastery and still retains many of its original features. Today, though, the Villa Pitiana is a comfortable four-star hotel with every modern convenience. Villa Pitiana, Florence
The Hotel Valadier is a stylish four-star hotel in the ancient city centre of Rome, and a perfect location from which to explore the wealth of art and history the city has to offer. It comprises 60 luxuriously-decorated rooms, each fully equipped with air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Hotel Valadier, Rome
Situated in a former monastery right in the heart of Volterra's ancient centre, Hotel La Locanda offers comfortable accommodation in a stunning historical setting. Each of the 19 en-suite rooms has phone, cable/satellite TV and internet connection and guests can choose between a massage shower or Jacuzzi. Hotel La Locanda, Pisa
Very nice family hotel in the heart of Venice, just a few minutes stroll from St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, and with rooms overlooking the Grand Canal. The Starhotels Splendid Suisse has 172 rooms, with something to suit everyone, and an excellent restaurant, offering a choice of local and international dishes, plus a marvellous rooftop terrace. Starhotels Splendid Suisse, Venice
