This bed and breakfast in northern Italy, close to Treviso and the Alps, is both a charming house and a superb base for biking and hiking. Bed & Breakfast Ernestina, Treviso
Sleeps 2 to 6
Situated in lovely green gardens, this four-star hotel is a rare find in the centre of Venice, enjoying such peaceful surroundings. The Hotel Sant' Elena is located on the eastern side of the Lagoon, next to the Biennale art exhibition and the monastery of the Olivetani monks. Hotel Sant'Elena, Venice
Eight minutes by shuttle service from the city, the Hotel Villa Dori is a superbly convenient choice of Venice Italy hotel. Hotel Villa Dori, Venice
This prestigious four-star hotel near Venice is located directly on the beach in a quiet area of the resort named in honour of Gina Lollobrigida. The excellent amenities of Lido di Jesolo are immediately on hand and Venice is reachable by boat in around 30 minutes from here. Park Hotel Brasilia, Venice
The Minotel San Giorgio is a stylish base from which to explore Venice. Situated within walking distance of St Mark's Square, this refurbished Gothic palazzo offers a marvellous mix of old Venetian style and modern comforts. Hotel San Giorgio, Venice
Hotel Milano is a handsome contemporary-style hotel in Padua, in northern Italy's Veneto region. The hotel provides comfortable accommodation in a convenient location not far from Padua's motorway exits and within easy walking distance of the historic centre of town. Hotel Milano, Padua
Hotel Villa Alberti lies in the attractive little town of Dolo in the Veneto. This area is known as the Brenta Riviera and the town of Stra, where the famous Villa Pisani can be found, is very close to here. Hotel Villa Alberti, Venice
Hotel River is a wonderful four-star hotel near Treviso. Housed in the wing of a former aristocratic residence, it lies a few kilometres outside the historic northern Italian city. There are 70 spacious en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite TV, internet connection point, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel River, Treviso
