How to Find the Best Italy hotels with Hotels.com

Italy is a wonderful destination whether you're planning sporty ski or mountain bike holidays, luxury spa breaks or city tours, and Hotels.com has Italy hotels to suit all tastes and budgets. You'll find cheap hotels in some of the country's most exciting locations alongside 5 star luxury accommodation throughout the country. What's more, when booking with Hotels.com you are assured of a fully transparent service as all of our hotels have been rated by travelers for service, quality, location and overall excellence. See the sights of Rome like the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain, explore the fabulous attractions of Florence such as the Uffizi and the Pitti Palace, or discover the hilltop towns or Italian lakes from the comfort of exceptional hotels that have been carefully selected by Hotels.com.

What's Italy Like?

Italy is known for its outstanding historic attractions, after all it is the country that gave the world the Roman Empire and the striking monuments that defined it. From the Colosseum to the lesser known but no less magnificent Hadrian's Mausoleum, Rome is filled with attractions to whet the appetites of history enthusiasts. The city is also known for its exceptional shopping and nightlife, and Italy hotels are the perfect base from which to explore. Italy doesn't end in Rome, and shopaholics will adore the designer stores of Milan, while accommodation in Italy is ideal for art and culture fans who are visiting Florence or Sienna. The romantic canals of Venice are a huge hit with couples, while families and outdoor fans might head for the Italian lakes or the ski resorts of the Aosta valley.

Tips for Getting Along with Locals in Italy

Italy is an extremely friendly country and visitors are made to feel very much at home. Although many locals speak good English, a few words of Italian is certain to go down well with people you meet while residing at some of Hotels.com's best Italy hotels. The country is known for its color and passion, so throw caution to the wind and join in the chat with locals as you enjoy a coffee in the piazza. The country is also known for its fantastic culinary traditions, and from the magnificent cheeses such as parmesan from the north to the tasty tomato and olive based dishes of Naples, you'll be spoiled for choice. Each area has its own pasta dishes so try spaghetti Bolognese in Bologna or Napoletana sauce in Naples, and fully enjoy your vacations from Hotels.com hotels all over Italy.