The world-famous Raphael Hotel is close to Piazza Navona in the centre of Rome. Created by its first owner, Spartaco Vannoni, back in 1963, the hotel has attained semi legendary status, and many guests return year on year.
This downtown Rome hotel is close to the main shopping areas, near to the treasures of Classical Rome (including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon), and within walking distance of many of the most important museums and galleries.
Just two minutes stroll from Rome's central railway station at Termini - the Hotel Aquarium is on Piazza Manfredo Fanti - bang in the historic heart of things. With a number of metro stations nearby, you can quickly be wherever you want in the Eternal City, though many of the major sights (including the Colosseum and the Roman Forum) are within walking distance for most visitors.
Situated near the ring road, on the north-western outskirts of Rome, the Hotel Domina Inn Roma Cassia offers four-star accommodation ideal for holidaymakers and business travellers alike.
Close to the British Embassy, the Policlinico and the University of Rome, this new hotel in the heart of the city offers a delightfully peaceful and tranquil oasis amid the buzz of the town.
Rome's three-star Hotel Kent is situated in a quiet street by the beautiful downtown park of the Villa Borghese. With the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps just minutes away on foot and the Termini train station nearby, this hotel is in a brilliant location.
The Hotel Daniela, Rome is part of the Leonardi chain - with 14 hotels around the Rome area. This three-star accommodation is located in a surprisingly verdant area in the heart of town - the main railway station at Termini is very close by, as is the metro station at Porta Maggiore.
This Rome hotel is in the historical centre of town (Rome's downtown area) and lies opposite the Barberini Palace, famous for its frescoed ceiling. Recent restorations have brought it bang up to date in style and comfort without sacrificing its traditional features.
This hotel in Rome is in a quiet area in the heart of old Rome, tucked right next to the Colosseum. This 19th century mansion has been beautifully refurbished - a perfect blend of elegant style and modern convenience. Each of the 20 unique rooms is named after an Italian painter - the Titian, the Michelangelo, the Cellini and so forth.
Fattoria Mansi Bernardini is a holiday estate on the Lucca hills, Tuscany. Offering luxury B&B holidays in Tuscany, this agriturismo organises receptions and weddings, and produces its own extra virgin olive oil
Palazzo Bernardo is a rooftop apartment in the heart of Venice.
Agriturismo Il Pioppo – these are superb countryside apartments in Umbria, and make a great base for your vacation in central Italy. Biologic products.
A central apartment in Siena, halfway between the Duomo and the Basilica of San Domenico. Beautiful views and modern furnishing.
Bed & breakfast, apartments, furnished rooms and suites, at the foot of the hills surrounding the medieval village of Montecarlo.
Hotel Villa Roncuzzi - a four star hotel in the Ravenna countryside of Italy.
The two-star Hotel Villa Albertina is located in a quiet area on the Venice Lido. Housed in a period building, it offers double, triple and quadruple accommodation all of which come equipped with air conditioning, telephone, TV, mini bar and shower room.
The three-star Hotel Venezia is situated in the middle of Mestre's city centre, just minutes away from the ferry which takes you straight into downtown Venice. There are 120 single, double, triple and quadruple rooms to choose from, each coming equipped with air conditioning, mini bar, telephone, TV, and private bathroom.
This traditional Venice hotel is located on the Lido, next to the historic Borgo Bridge. The recently renovated Hotel Ca' del Borgo offers a selection of guest rooms, each with beautiful antique furniture and furnishings and every modern amenity including private bath, air conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial phone, high-speed internet access and minibar.
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.
Located in the heart of Venice, this three-star hotel is close to all the major sights, including St Mark's Square and the beautiful Rialto Bridge.
This hotel in the Santa Croce sestiere of Venice (Venezia) is ideal for visitors, being situated conveniently close to the railway station and the car/coach park at Piazzale Roma (no cars within Venice of course!). The Hotel Doge is on a sidestreet close to the Grand Canal, giving you easy access to the gondolas and water taxis which will get you around by water. This old area of Venice is a network of little calli (streets and alleyways) with great local shops, bars and restaurants.
This family-friendly hotel in Venice is a great place to relax and use as a base for exploring all the beautiful sights of the city. Villa Paradiso has a good choice of rooms, ranging from a double to a quadruple in size, with en-suite bathrooms and amenities including air conditioning, a minibar and safe.
Hotel Holiday provides its guests with first class accommodation and service on the Amalfi coast, west of Amalfi. All of its rooms overlook the sea and have their own private balconies.
Marvellous Cortona apartment rentals - this farm is situated in Val di Piele, a small valley next to Lake Trasimeno, between Tuscany and Umbria. The estate produces oil and wine.
A lovely villa rental with garden on Sicily’s coast. The villa is close to Agrigento, and guided tours and local activities can be organised
A marvellous villa rental in the Lucca countryside - Tenuta Villa Baggine is a beautifully realised barn conversion, which comfortably sleeps 6+2 guests.
This delightful apartment is set within the grounds of a magnificent 14th century villa, only 7 km outside the historic center of Lucca. Accommodation is surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, enjoying magnificent views. Sleeps up to 6 and there is a swimming pool.
Apartment Camelia is cosy accommodation in Lucca city centre. A combination of antique furniture and contemporary design creates a warm and quite enchanting atmosphere
