A marvellously romantic location for this Amalfi coast hotel, the four-star Furore Inn Resort Hotel, near Ravello, is wedged into the cliffs between Positano and Amalfi. There are beautiful views down onto the blue waters of the Mediterranean - not least from the three swimming pools. Furore Inn Resort, Salerno
Old-world splendour at this elegant hotel on Lake Como. The five-star Grand Hotel Tremezzo Palace was built in 1910, in the Liberty style. The hotel has 98 rooms and two suites in the old palazzo, and family rooms in the eighteenth century villa next door. This hotel in Italy has a fully equipped gym, outdoor swimming pool, tennis co Grand Hotel Tremezzo Palace, Como
The Bertha International is a first-class five-star hotel in the quiet spa resort of Montegrotto Terme, just a few miles southwest of Padua. With 100 palatial en-suite rooms, all with superior en-suite facilities, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, personal safe and minibar, guests can expect the highest standards of comfort. Bertha International, Padua
This elegant hotel in the Catania region of Sicily boasts 91 rooms, with decor inspired by citrus colours and locally-produced ceramic tiles. The Grand Hotel Villa San Mauro lies in the small town of Caltagirone, and every room enjoys views from its balcony over the pretty green hills of the region. Grand Hotel Villa San Mauro, Catania
This Rome hotel epitomises comfort and convenience and is situated within easy reach of all Rome's cultural highlights. It is just a short walk from the Spanish Steps, The Pantheon, The Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. Regina Hotel Baglioni, Rome
The Hotel Boscolo Exedra is one of Rome's Grandest hotels. It has 240 spacious rooms, each with en-suite facilities, air conditioning, TV, minibar and direct modem link, and all rooms have views over the city. Hotel Exedra, Rome
The Grand Hotel Timeo is Taormina's premier hotel. This Sicilian hotel is best known for its legendary Literary Terrace, with sensational views of the ancient Greek Theatre, Mount Etna and the Ionian sea. Grand Hotel Timeo, Messina
This luxurious Venice hotel can be found on Campo San Moise, close to St Mark's Square, and is equally suitable for holidaymakers and business travellers. The Bauer Hotel has 91 individually designed bedrooms and 18 luxury suites, each with Italian marble bathrooms and a range of modern amenities including, air conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, hairdryer and minibar. Bauer Hotel, Venice
