Early to Italy from Dusseldorf in December

Hotel description A converted 18th-century mansion, Torre Artale Hotel offers views over the Tyrrhenian Sea and Sicilian countryside. A sun terrace and loungers surround the Olympic-sized pool, and parking is free. Rooms at Torre Artale have satellite TV and air conditioning. They are decorated in a traditional country style, and most have garden views. La Sfinge restaurant serves Sicilian and international dishes. Breakfast is a sweet and savory buffet. Outdoor activities at Artale Hotel include tennis and horse riding.

Hotel description The 4-star Grand Hotel Moon Valley is surrounded by a large botanic park and features a panoramic sun terrace with large outdoor swimming pool overlooking the Bay of Naples. Rooms offer free Wi-Fi and mountain or sea views. A garage is available. Originally built in 1950, the Moon Valley is located in Seiano di Vico Equense, 801 m from the Circumvesuviana station, and right in front of a bus stop. Sorrento is 5 mi away. The restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine. Breakfast is served daily. Some rooms overlook the Gulf of Naples with Mount Vesuvius.

Hotel description City, outskirts

Hotel description Centrally located in Positano, Le Sirenuse is just 200 m from the coast and its beautiful beaches. It features an oyster bar, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and elegant rooms with a private balcony. There are also a free swimming pool, hammam, and fitness center. The spacious and air-conditioned rooms have a white-themed décor and full views of the Mediterranean Sea. Each offers a satellite flat-screen TV with Blu-ray player, an iPod dock, and a fully equipped private bathroom with a large spa bath and soft slippers. At the Sirenuse you can unwind at the oyster bar, where you will find a variety of oysters that you can enjoy together with champagne.

Hotel description Location: Recently reconstructed, the Baia Blu Hotel is located in Alassio, opposite one of the most popular beaches, close to many attractions, restaurants, bars. Number of rooms: The hotel has 27 stylishly decorated rooms. Types of rooms: - cozy single rooms; - comfortable double rooms; - spacious triple rooms; - exquisitely decorated quadruple rooms. Description of rooms: - air conditioning; - safe; - TV with satellite channels; - wireless internet access; - bathroom with hairdryer.

Hotel description Hotel Ipanema overlooks the Bay of Mazzarò, and is a 2-minute walk from the cable car to Taormina's historic center. It offers a small car park free of charge. All rooms at the Ipanema are air-conditioned and feature a private balcony. The sun terrace with swimming pool offers beautiful sea views. The Ipanema Hotel also has a private beach with spa pool, just one km from the building.

Hotel description Forio di Ischia is a great choice for travelers interested in sunsets, traditional food and health spas.

Hotel description One of our top picks in Giardini Naxos.

Hotel description Rivazzurra is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, entertainment and sandy beaches.

Hotel description One of our top picks in Capri.