Nestled on the hills just outside the city and only a 10-min drive from the centre.

In the mood for a leisurely lunch? Look no further than the hotel’s own eatery.

Fab location on the south side of the Grand Canal, directly across from Santa Lucia station.

Lobby is airy and open, with all-white seating and palmy plants. Crisp rooms (also done up in whites), rock wood floors and free WiFi.

Former home of nobility, transformed to a hotel back in 1945 and flourishing in its new identity ever since. (5-min walk to the historic centre!)

Within easy luggage-lugging distance of the train station, and less than a 20-min walk to the Arena.

Mere minutes from the train station and steps from the bus stop, which makes coming and going a breeze.

Tucked away in the Dorsoduro district – the ‘real’ Venice, full of shops, restos and artisan boutiques – plus the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

Sophisticated hotel ideally situated steps from the railway station, getting you to the ancient city within minutes.

Well-placed for seeing Verona’s biggies like the 13th-century Castello Scaligero and Lake Garda. Go forth and conquer.

This former monastery expertly combines old-school appeal (like wood-beam ceilings) with modern amenities.

Free WiFi keeps ya connected.

Generous size and modern furnishings so rooms live like home, only with housekeeping.

Don’t look now, but you’re nine stories up, listening to music and sipping a champagne cocktail. Byblos Sky Terrace also comes with a spectacular view.