With amazing views across the lagoon and just steps from St. Mark’s Square, Londra Palace Hotel has a superb location on the Riva degli Schiavoni waterfront. Here, Tchaikovsky was inspired to compose the first three movements of his fourth symphony.

Grand Hotel Savoia is one of the Italian finest luxury hotels; this grand stately home is set in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo surrounded by the beautiful Dolomites. The famous mountains provide visitors panoramic views and on June 2009 have been declared World Heritage Site.

Perched on top of a gentle hill, plunged in the greenery of a magnificent Italian garden, the Castello di Spessa Resort stands as an elegant landmark at the heart of the Collio. Its origins date back to the 13th century, but several records hint to the passage of the Romans since as back as the 3rd century A.D. For centuries, the manor house was the residence of the Friulian aristocracy. In fact, a few famous families took turns in the property since the 15th century: Durnberg, Rassauer and Della Torre Valsassina. The latter family, the descendants of Charlemagne, remained the owners for over 300 years. In 1773, count Lucio Torriani welcomed in his castle Giacomo Casanova, the celebrated writer and adventurer, whom a prize is dedicated to.

Cristallo Hotel Spa & Golf has acted as one of the foremost retreats for skiers and travelers alike since the beginning of the Belle Epoque. Cutting a precise turn down Mt. Faloria, you think, 'This is why I've been skiing all these years.' And you're right. The town of Cortina and the various hills of the Dolomites are one of the most jaw-dropping locales to ski or board in the whole world. But, the real delight, are your accommodations at Cristallo Hotel Spa & Golf.

Pensione La Calcina, Venice, Italy: Find the best deals, reviews, photos, rates at Pensione La Calcina, The incomparable panoramic view of the Giudecca Canal that the promenade offers, along with the light and sunshine that create a refuge and favored walkway for Venetians even on the coldest of winter days, make it one of the most enchanting parts of Venice.

Located in an ancient and more than 500 years old palace, the Santa Chiara Hotel is the only one in Venice which offers its guests the commodity of a private parking for the guests arriving by car or motorbike. Facing the Grand Canal and Piazzale Roma, it is the only part of the historic centre that can be reached by car.

A 19th century palace, facing the Canal Grande, the main and most famous canal of Venice. The hotel is surrounded on the other sides by a little typical square and by its own garden. Ideal location, within walking distance from all the main points of interest: San Marco Square, Rialto Bridge, La Fenice theatre, the Academy Gallery, Palazzo Grassi.

The hotel will be closed due to renovations from November 4, 2013 to May 29, 2014.

Hotel Villa Abbazia is situated in an old 17th century building in the historic centre of Follina, a picturesque village immersed in the lush green landscape of Veneto's pre-Alps.

The Villa stands in a magnificent Italian-style park, a haven of peace for guests who love the quiet of the countryside. But it is also an ideal starting point for excursions to discover the ancient city of Treviso or to see the medieval walled cities, Veneto mansions and the Wine and Prosecco routes. These wind into the gentle hills where hard-working kindly people are happy to open their wine cellars and allow visitors to taste wine and distilled drinks, a real emotion every time.

Ca' Pisani Hotel, fully renovated between 1998 and 2000, was the first design hotel in Venice. With the help of two exceptional professionals, this boutique hotel came alive with style, comfort and personality. The architectural elements have remained untouched, and the building is still the typical 14th century Venetian palace, but the interiors show a strong Art Deco influence with original furniture from the 1930s–40s, while the technology is purely 21st century