This Sorrento hotel is just 1200 metres from the lively downtown square, the Piazza Tasso, of Sorrento. Overlooking the pretty harbour of Sant'Agnello, the wide open terraces of the Hotel Cristina also afford guests unrivalled views of the Bay of Naples. Hotel Cristina, 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
This hotel in Capri enjoys a central location on this beautiful island, which is well connected by hydrofoil and ferry boat to the mainland. This hotel has a friendly American-themed bar in which guests can relax, as well as a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hotel La Floridiana, Naples
The Hotel Central is close to the centre of Sorrento. 16 bright, comfortable rooms all have en-suite facilities plus cable/satellite TV and direct-dial phone. Guests can dine either in the stylish rooftop restaurant or the more informal cafe, and there's also a gym, outdoor pool and mini-spa. Hotel Central, Naples
A very friendly, family-run hotel in Naples, the Hotel Duomo lies just 50 metres from the city's thirteenth century cathedral. The Hotel Duomo offers spacious, quiet rooms (though right in the heart of town, the rooms all look onto a peaceful courtyard), with en-suite facilities, television and ceiling fans. Hotel Duomo, Naples
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
This Capri hotel is in the centre of the island, which itself can be easily reached from Naples or Sorrento by ferry or hydrofoil. It is close to attractions such as the Blue Caves and to luxury shops. Hotel Syrene, Naples
This Hotel in Sant'Agnello is 1.5 kilometres outside the centre of Sorrento and is ideally situated for exploring the sun-drenched south of Italy. It is one hour by rail from the city of Naples and is also close to the coastal towns of Positano and Ravello and the island of Capri. Hotel Caravel, Naples
