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Essential Italy

City Hotels in ITALY

This carefully selected group of hotels in Italy are located in some of the most beautiful cities and towns in Italy. All have been chosen purely because we like them.

With the huge choice of accommodation available we know from experience that choosing the right one can be a difficult decision, we hope to simplify your choice for you. Whether you are looking for a short break, a romantic weekend or just the odd night, we will be happy to help you find the right hotel.

4 Viale Masini Design Hotel

4 Viale Masini Design Hotel | Bologna

Location: Bologna

Rooms: 82 rooms with ensuite shower or bathroom

Restaurant: 4U Bar & Bistro open 24 hours

Bars: 1

Price: from £70.00 per room

This contemporary hotel offers comfort, style and service in a fantastic location just on the edge of the bustling centre of Bologna. Easily accessed from the railway station and just a 10 minute taxi or bus ride from the airport, a short break or long weekend is possible all year round to explore this fascinating town... see 4 Viale Masini Design Hotel

Hotel Touring

Hotel Touring | Bologna

Location: Bologna

Rooms: 34 doubles and 4 suites

Restaurant: none (breakfast room only)

Bars: 1

Price: from £42.00 per person

Nestled in the bustling streets that surround the splendid town square, Hotel Touring is a great find. This charming, small, family run hotel has everything to make your stay a huge success – it is within easy walking distance of the major monuments, restaurants and bars abound almost on your doorstep... see Hotel Touring

Borghese Place Art Hotel

Borghese Palace Art Hotel – 4 star | Florence

Rooms: 22

Swimming pool: none (sauna, turkish bath, gym)

Restaurants: none

Bars: 1

Location: Florence (centre)

Arrival day: Any

Price: from £95.00 per night

Florence is the ‘must visit’ city. The artistic and architectural wonders are admired throughout the world. We believe that guests at Borghese Palace Art Hotel will find real comfort at this newly opened hotel... see Borghese Palace Art Hotel

La Riva

La Riva | Florence

Rooms: 9 (standard, suites & lofts)

Swimming pool: 1 (4 x 8 metres, 1.4m deep)

Restaurants: none

Bars: 1

Location: Florence (2 minutes by car)

Arrival day: Any

Price: from £180.00 per night

Just a short walk from Florence city centre, the ‘must see’ city of Tuscany. Each apartment has individual style and the emphasis has been on using the best materials and modern design... see La Riva

Palazzo Niccolini

Palazzo Niccolini | Florence

Rooms: 10 (standard & suites)

Swimming pool: none

Restaurants: none

Bars: 1 honesty bar

Location: Florence (centre – 10 mins from Duomo)

Arrival day: Any

Price: from £145.00 per night

During the building of Florence's Cathedral (1300-1400), most of the houses in the area of the the Piazza del Duomo were demolished, with the exception of those at the north-eastern corner of the newly created square... see Palazzo Niccolini

Rugapiana

Rugapiana | Cortona

Rooms: Doubles, one and two bedroom apartments

Sleeping: 2, 4

Swimming pool: none

Location: Cortona centre

Arrival day: Any

Price: £90.00 per night

The location of Rugapiana Bed and Breakfast is ideal for those seeking to live the La Bella Vita. Cortona retains much of its old medieval charm... see Rugapiana

Hotel Angedras

Hotel Angedras | Alghero – SARDINIA

Rooms: 24 total (standard & family)

Swimming pool: none

Bars: 1

Location: Alghero (10 mins walk to the historic centre)

Arrival day: any

Price: from £75.00 per night

The Hotel Angedras is a real gem for those of you looking for a comfortable base in Alghero whether it be just for a night or two or a longer stay. Situated in a residential area, this chic little hotel... see Hotel Angedras

Hotel Catalunya

Hotel Catalunya | Alghero – SARDINIA

Rooms: 128 total (standard rooms & suites)

Swimming pool: none

Restaurants: 2

Bars: 1

Location: Alghero (5 mins walk to the historic centre)

Arrival day: any

Price: from £60.00 per night

Hotel Catalunya is set in the heart of the vibrant town of Alghero. With its convenient position, you may choose just to overnight here or perhaps spend a few days browsing the fascinating historic old town... see Hotel Catalunya

Terre di Vendicari

Hotel Carmine | Marsala – SICILY

Rooms: 28 elegant rooms

Swimming pool: none (5 mins. from sea)

Restaurants: none

Bars: 1

Location: Marsala town centre

Car Hire: essential

Arrival day: any

Price: from £95.00 per night

Positioned in the heart of Marsala Hotel Carmine offers excellent accommodation and the perfect location from where to explore the treasures of Western Sicily and its islands... see Hotel Carmine

Relais Sant’Eligio

Relais Valle dell’Idro| Otranto – PUGLIA

Rooms: 30 (standard & luxury)

Swimming pool: none

Restaurant: none

Bars: 1

Location: Otranto

Car hire: essential

Arrival day: any

Price: from £143.00 per night

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Otranto sits almost at the bottom of the Italian heel and was once one of the major Roman ports. Now a bustling fishing centre, the pretty seaside town with its impressive castle dating back to the late 1400’s is definitely worth a visit... see Relais Valle dell’Idro