Associazione Italiana Alberghi per la Gioventù
Vatican City, Borgo & Prati
The central office of the Italian youth hostels association, the Associazione Italiana Alberghi per la Gioventù has information about all the officially…
Must-see hotels in Italy
Polignano a Mare
Santo Stefano offers six attractive rooms located in an ancient tower in the old part of Polignano, complete with tufa walls, antique furniture and bright…
Le Marche
Bang in the heart of Macerata's old town, this shuttered stone house makes a convenient base for exploring the historic centre. Its carpeted rooms are…
Perugia
A friendly, old-school budget hotel near Piazza IV Novembre. The 14 cosy, low-ceilinged rooms, spread over several floors of a 17th-century townhouse…
Bergamo
Bergamo's state-of-the-art HI hostel is about 4km north of the train station. Its 27 rooms offer views over Bergamo's old town centre. Take bus 6 from…
San Polo & Santa Croce
Murano glass chandeliers, a Louis XIV love-seat and namesake 16th-century angels set a refined tone at this restored, canalside palazzo. Guestrooms are…
The Veneto
If you decide to spend the night in town, Hotel Canon d'Oro provides classic elegance and modern comforts in a 15th-century palazzo. Rooms are plush, and…
Cala Gonone
Perched on the cliffs above Cala Gonone and nestling in flowery gardens, this B&B offers enticing sea views from many of its breezy rooms. The friendly…
Verona
Overlooking Piazza delle Erbe, this friendly old Italian classic offers comfortable bedrooms, some with piazza views and all with classic wooden furniture…
Eastern Sardinia
Perched like an eyrie above Baunei, this B&B has compelling views of the mountains and coast. The warm-hued rooms are decked out with handmade furnishings…
Bolzano (Bozen)
If you don't need hotel facilities or service, these stylish, atmospheric apartments can't be beaten for their living-like-a-local position and facilities…
Otranto
This B&B has an African/Middle Eastern theme throughout with colourful bed linens, African prints, Moroccan lamps and orange colour washes on the walls…
Abruzzo
Just off the main square in Pescasseroli, this long-established, family-run pensione has all you need for a post-hiking day of relaxation. Its large,…
Villa Kofler Wonderland Resort
The Dolomites
An intimate hotel in a valley of giants, just south of the Canazei bustle. Choose from 10 themed rooms, each named after a different city and ranging…
Northwestern Sardinia
If you really want to get away from it, this bucolic agriturismo offers modest guest rooms deep in the heart of the Bonorva countryside. With little to…
Lake Garda
For those looking for a comfortable country inn away from the lake try Locanda San Verolo, located in San Verolo in the hills above Garda. Rooms are…
Costa Smeralda
Located near the heart of the village, this tranquil place has bright, well-kept rooms, including a few units recently remodeled with snazzy new bathrooms…
Trentino & South Tyrol
These pleasant campsites on the shores of Lago di Molveno come with free use of the neighbouring outdoor pool, tennis court and table tennis. It's an easy…
Umbria
A smiling welcome, comfortable, country-style rooms and an excellent location – handy for both the car park on Piazza Quaranta Martiri and the historic…
Cagliari
Some way out of the centre, but still walkable, this modest pension is a great budget option. It's a homey affair with five modest guest rooms and a salon…
Trieste
Located in a quiet winding street that leads to trendy Piazza Barbacan, All’Arco offers 12 pared-back, wood-beamed rooms with soothing contemporary…
Genoa
A totally charming family-run hotel ideally situated near Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, Cristoforo Colombo has 18 colour-accented rooms with eclectic…
Trentino & South Tyrol
Beautifully situated within the national park 1km north of Pinzolo, this campground is a natural starting point for outdoor adventures such as skiing,…
Genoa
Clean, uncluttered rooms, service with a smile and excellent prices all inside an art-nouveau beauty. What more could you want? Climb the stairs to the…
Venice
Located near the Fondamente Nove, this pensione isn’t easy to find – but that’s part of its charm, and so are the intrepid fellow travellers you’ll meet…
Lago Trasimeno
Handily situated on the main drag through Castiglione's historic centre, La Torre extends a warm family welcome. The spotless, old-style rooms, decorated…
Como
The setting is an attractive one (on the edge of a pedestrianised square); the atmosphere is all friendliness; and the rooms – if nothing fancy – are as…
Bergamo
Bergamo's best penny-pincher has an excellent location in the lower town, plus friendly staff, pleasant rooms and plenty of extras – bar area, laundry,…
Lecce
On the corner of Via Santa Maria del Paradiso in the historic centre, the rooms at this lovely B&B are light, airy and beautifully finished. The communal…
Villaggio Camping Capo Ferrato
Southeastern Sardinia
Pitch a tent under eucalyptus and mimosa trees at this well-organised campground by the southern entrance to Capo Rei. Facilities include small food shop,…
San Remo
Set in a lovely art-nouveau building near the waterfront, this well-equipped three-star makes a fine base for exploring the town. It has pleasantly…
The Italian Lakes
This sunny, two-bedroom apartment in Nico and Stef's hilltop villa is the perfect base for exploring Oltrepò Pavese wine country. Enjoy their great…
Turin
Mozart, Verdi and Napoleon are among those who have stayed at this historic three-star inn. Renovations have fortunately preserved much of its old-world…
Central Sicily
Run by superfriendly Giovanni, this modest B&B is a real home away from home. It has few frills, but the three guest rooms are clean as a pin, there's a…
Alghero
A homey set-up with three mid-sized rooms, bright and breezy decor and a small kitchen for guests' use – help yourself to whatever is in the fridge and…
Alghero
Four-star comfort, including a sun terrace and small rooftop pool, await at this welcoming new town hotel. A 10-minute walk from the centro storico, it…
Aosta
This sweetly old-fashioned place has six rooms with rustic furniture, wood floors and ceilings, and vintage prints on the walls (plus electric kettles…
The Dolomites
Backed by a spectacular mountain ridge at 1680m, this campground just southeast of San Cassiano proudly advertises itself as the Dolomites' highest…
Merano (Meran)
Owner Massimo's warm-hearted welcome makes all the difference at this old family flat converted into a low-key B&B. The Terme Merano are a stone's throw…
Lake Como & Around
For the full spa experience, stay on-site at this beautiful historic hotel. Rooms are gently old-fashioned but refreshingly rustic, too. Room rates…
