On the western shore of Lake Garda, the elegant new Hotel Riva del Sole in Moniga del Garda is just 50 metres from the lake. It has 23 spacious, soundproofed rooms with private bathroom, hairdryer, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, safe, air conditioning and minibar. Some rooms have a balcony overlooking the lake. Hotel Riva del Sole, Brescia
Nicely situated in the north-eastern corner of Milan, the Hotel Lugano is a perfect base whether you're staying in the city on business or pleasure. This Milan hotel is a quarter of an hour from Linate airport and around a kilometre from the exit of the Tangenziale Est (East) ring road. Hotel Lugano, Milan
This simple, homely, budget-priced hotel in Milan offers B&B style accommodation in the city's commercial district close to the San Siro Stadium and Milan's Trade Fair. There is plenty of public transport to take you into the historic city centre and the area has plenty of cafes and bars. Hotel Edy, Milan
Situated on the main square of the town of Como, the Hotel Metropole Suisse offers four-star comfort near the shores of Lake Como itself. Comfort and luxury is all at this Italian hotel, with an impressive range of exercise and pampering options either on site or nearby, including pool, gym, massage, nail salon and beauty treatments. Hotel Metropole Suisse, Como
Old-fashioned luxury at this hotel on the shores of Lake Como, the Hotel Bellevue sits in one of the most enchanting spots on the lakeside. Very family focused, this Como hotel has babysitting facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas and children's menus and highchairs. Hotel Bellevue, Como
This quietly located B&B-style hotel in Milan is conveniently located just two kilometres from the city's Trade Fair and business district. The San Siro Stadium is nearby and there is plenty of public transport in the area to take you to every corner of the city. Mary Hotel Fiera, Milan
A three-star hotel in Milan, the Hotel Dieci provides 20 soundproofed rooms in the Quartiere Citta Studi of the town. This Italy hotel is designed to be accessible to visitors with disabilities, and rooms have every comfort, including minibar, free always-on internet connection, and satellite TV. Hotel Dieci, Milan
The Hotel La Spezia, Milan is a recent addition to the Minihotels group (with eight very distinctive establishments spread around the city) and offers four-star comfort to the south of the downtown/historic centre. Hotel La Spezia, Milan
