This Venice hotel in the heart of the city is just a few minutes on foot from St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge. Recently restored, the Duodo Palace Hotel is a stylish 4-star establishment offering 38 comfortable guest rooms with every modern amenity including private marble bathroom, air conditioning, satellite and cable TV, minibar, hairdryer and radio. Duodo Palace Hotel, Venice
The Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio is a magnificent four-star hotel in Rome, steeped in history. Its 197 rooms are immaculately decorated in a baroque style, incorporating wooden floors, high ceilings and sumptuous furnishings. The hotel also boasts a private fitness suite where guests can not only work out, but also enjoy a pampering massage or aromatherapy session. Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio, Rome
Palermo's Centrale Palace Hotel is a gorgeous historic palazzo with 104 luxurious en-suite rooms, each with TV, direct-dial phone, minibar and air-conditioning. The hotel has an excellent restaurant as well as a chic lounge/bar and business facilities include meeting rooms and internet access. Centrale Palace Hotel, Palermo
The Badia di Campoleone Green is a relaxing hotel complex in Tuscany. With a golf club and luxurious spa, it is in the little town of Capolona, a short distance from the centre of Arezzo. There are 40 comfortable en-suite rooms, all with colour TV with satellite channels, direct-dial telephone, radio alarm clock and a well-stocked minibar. Badia di Campoleone Green, Arezzo
In the middle of the countryside but only ten minutes from the sea, this four-star Sicily hotel is based around a newly restored country house and offers ultra-modern style and elegance in a setting of olive groves and rugged, volcanic hills. Hotel Poggio Del Sole Resort, Ragusa
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
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 very nice four-star hotel on Lake Como, the Como Hotel is ideally situated both for the lake and the pedestrianised centre of town. The hotel is well set up for couples, families and business visitors alike. Hotel Como, Como
