On the outskirts of Naples, this four-star Italian hotel is in the town of Pozzuoli, in the Campi Flegrei. This active volcanic area is the Elysian Fields of Classical myth, immortalised by Homer and Virgil. There are fascinating trips out to explore the nearby semi-extinct volcano of Solfatara, with steam and sulphur issuing from the 'fumaroles' that pockmark the hot soil. Hotel Beauty Farm Villa Luisa, Naples
Il Mirto Bianco, Sant'Agnello is a small, rustic hotel close to the Amalfi coast. The health-conscious proprietors offer yoga sessions and nature walks and tasty organic produce is served at breakfast. A small range of aromatherapy treatments is also available. Il Mirto Bianco, Naples
Naples' Grand Hotel Oriente has been the hotel of choice for an international clientele since it first opened its doors in the 1940s. This elegantly modern four-star hotel has 131 rooms for all sizes of guest party and there is a superb restaurant offering an artful blend of international, Mediterranean and Neapolitan cuisine. Grand Hotel Oriente, Naples
Hotel Del Real Orto Botanico is in the centre of Naples, overlooking the Orto Botanico after which it is named. There are 36 spacious, air-conditioned rooms, all with en-suite facilities, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, air conditioning and heating Hotel Del Real Orto Botanico, Naples
This Naples hotel is within easy reach of the motorway, and just a short ride away from the airport. The central railway station and the Metro are also conveniently close at hand. A comfortable child-friendly establishment, the Grand Hotel Europa, Naples (Napoli) has 80 stylish rooms and suites, each with a range of modern amenities. Grand Hotel Europa, Naples
This hotel in Ischia is located on the eastern coast of this lovely volcanic island. Situated in the north of the Bay of Naples, off the western coast of Italy, Ischia is easily accessible from the mainland by ferry. Hotel Europa, Ischia, Naples
Hotel Mediterraneo, Sant'Agnello is close to Amalfi and a short distance away from the islands of Capri and Ischia. 70 en-suite rooms have a sea view or views on to the pretty hotel garden as well as direct-dial phone, cable/satellite TV, safety and minbar. There's a large swimming pool, restaurant, lounge/bar and cafe. Hotel Mediterraneo, Naples
This Naples hotel is in the city centre, near the Decumano Maggiore - Naples' historic area. Recently renovated, the Hotel Plaza, Naples (a Best Western hotel) is an elegant modern establishment with 57 comfortable, stylish rooms that have air-conditioning, cable/satellite TV, internet access, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, minibar and safe. Hotel Plaza, Naples
