A short stay changes what matters in a hotel. If you have only one or two nights, a convenient base, an easy arrival and a room where you can rest often matter more than a long list of amenities. A hotel beside a railway station can be the smartest choice on a multi-city trip; a room in the historic centre can give you an extra evening on foot.
These 30 properties are well reviewed hotels featured on Expedia, selected for different short-stay needs. They are editorial picks, not a claim that they are Expedia’s three highest-ranked hotels in each city. In particular, Expedia’s broad destination results sometimes include hotels in other towns. For Cinque Terre, all three choices below are in Monterosso al Mare.
How to read the prices: Each dollar amount is an example nightly rate displayed by Expedia when checked on September 28, 2026, for an October 2026 date. The hotels were shown for different nights, so the figures are useful for comparing broad price levels, not as a same-night quotation. Expedia also displayed a higher total with taxes and fees for each example. Your dates, room, occupancy and cancellation terms will determine the actual price. Check the final total before booking.
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Rome: Three Ways to Spend Less Time in Transit
Typical price level among these picks: $153–$260 per night in the sampled listings.
Trastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze — for evenings in Trastevere. Expedia displayed a 9.4/10 guest score from more than 1,300 reviews and an example rate of $260 nightly. This is the choice for visitors who want to finish their sightseeing day among Trastevere’s streets and restaurants, then walk back to the hotel. The trade-off is that a packed itinerary centred on Termini, the Colosseum or the Vatican still requires some planning across town. Check your exact room category if outdoor space matters to you; a photograph of a balcony does not mean every room has one.
Massimi City Garden Hotel — for a quieter base. Its 9.4/10 score and $153 nightly example make it attractive compared with the more central choices here. The garden and terrace add breathing room after a day in Rome. It is in Trionfale, however, so account for travel time before choosing it for a one-night visit. It makes more sense when you value a calmer hotel and are comfortable arranging transport to the places you plan to see.
Aria Palace by OMNIA Hotels — for a central city break. Expedia listed this Rome City Centre property at 9.6/10, with an example rate of $239 nightly. It suits travelers who want a polished hotel and a practical starting point for a full sightseeing schedule. Before reserving, map your two or three priorities: “central Rome” covers a large area, and the best location for a Vatican visit is not necessarily the best for an evening in Trastevere.
For a two-night Rome stay, choose the area that suits your evenings as well as your daytime route. A cheaper room on the wrong side of the city can cost you valuable hours. Check Rome dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Naples: The Waterfront or the Station?
Typical price level among these picks: $122–$199 per night in the sampled listings.
Royal Continental Hotel Naples — for the seafront. The example rate was $199 nightly, and Expedia showed an 8.6/10 score across nearly 1,500 reviews. Its principal appeal is the waterfront setting, with sea-facing spaces and an on-site restaurant. If the view is the reason for booking, select a room that explicitly includes it. This is a good base for an unhurried evening near the bay, while a traveler focused on an early train might prefer one of the next two hotels.
Starhotels Terminus — for a rail-based itinerary. Expedia displayed $184 nightly and a 9.0/10 guest score. Its position by Napoli Centrale is useful if Naples is one stop on a longer trip or if you intend to take a train onward the next morning. The hotel has a restaurant, and reviewers regularly mention breakfast. Its practical location is the main reason to choose it for a short stay; plan your route into the historic centre rather than assuming the station surroundings are where you will spend your evenings.
CX Naples Centrale — for a lower-cost station base. At $122 nightly in the sampled listing, it was the least expensive of these three. Expedia showed a 9.2/10 score, though from fewer reviews than the other two properties. Its modern rooms and proximity to the station make it particularly sensible for a late arrival, an early departure or a brief stop before traveling elsewhere in Campania. Compare room sizes and breakfast terms when weighing it against Starhotels Terminus.
Naples rewards time spent out in its streets. For one night, decide first whether you want to wake up near the railway station or return to the seafront after dinner. Check Naples dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Florence: A Convenient Arrival and Time to Walk
Typical price level among these picks: $129–$188 per night in the sampled listings.
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini — for a lively, contemporary stay. Expedia showed a 9.0/10 score from more than 1,600 reviews and a $132 nightly example rate. The property’s shared spaces, bar and rooftop pool give it a different feel from a traditional Florentine hotel. It suits travelers who enjoy a sociable atmosphere and do not mind walking into the core sightseeing area. Confirm seasonal pool access before treating it as a deciding feature.
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore — for a modern base near the station district. The sampled rate was $129 nightly, with a 9.4/10 guest score. Santa Maria Novella is a useful area when you arrive by rail or plan a day trip. Its rooftop facilities and contemporary common spaces may appeal to travelers who want more than a place to sleep. Check the walking route from the station and into the historic centre against your luggage and schedule.
Hotel Albani Firenze — for a classic hotel near Santa Maria Novella. Expedia displayed $188 nightly and a 9.2/10 score from about 1,000 reviews. This is the most traditional hotel experience of the three, with classic interiors and a particularly useful position for train arrivals. On a one- or two-night stay, being able to leave your luggage and start walking can justify a higher rate. Compare breakfast and cancellation terms with the two Social Hub properties before deciding.
Florence’s centre is compact enough to reward a walking itinerary, but location still matters when you arrive with bags or have an early departure. Check Florence dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Milan: Choose the Centre or a Station Base
Typical price level among these picks: $123–$217 per night in the sampled listings.
ibis Milano Centro — for a straightforward lower-cost stay. Expedia showed an 8.2/10 score from more than 1,700 reviews and $123 nightly in its example listing. It is a practical choice when price and transport access lead the decision. Expect a functional hotel rather than a destination in itself. Travelers spending most of their short visit at museums, meetings or restaurants may find that exactly right.
Hotel Cavour — for a central Milan visit. With a 9.0/10 score and a sampled $217 nightly rate, it costs more than the station-area options but places you in Milan Centre. That can be worthwhile if your plans revolve around the city’s central museums, shopping streets and evening dining. The hotel also has wellness facilities; check access conditions and any separate charges if they are part of your reason for booking.
Hotel Berna — for a comfortable rail connection. Expedia displayed a 9.2/10 score from nearly 1,500 reviews and an example of $153 nightly. Its location by Milano Centrale is useful for an early train, an airport transfer via the station or a one-night stop between cities. It offers a more established hotel feel than the budget-focused ibis. If you are deciding between the two, compare the final totals and the room types available on your dates.
Milan hotel prices can change sharply during major events, so a sampled nightly rate is particularly poor as a promise here. Set your travel dates before comparing the city-centre premium with a station base. Check Milan dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Venice: Check the Island and the Arrival Route
Typical price level among these picks: $161–$356 per night in the sampled listings.
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna — for a modern lagoon-side stay. Expedia showed a 9.0/10 score and an example rate of $161 nightly. It offers contemporary rooms and water-facing common spaces at a lower sampled price than the Dorsoduro choice below. Before booking any Venice hotel, check its exact address and the route from your arrival point. A property labelled “Venice” may still require a boat ride before you reach the sights you intend to visit.
Hampton by Hilton Venice Isola Nuova — for a familiar, modern hotel format. Its example rate was $172 nightly, and Expedia displayed a 9.2/10 score from more than 1,100 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention breakfast and clean rooms. It can suit visitors who prefer predictable facilities and are happy to use water transport. For a one-night stay, work out the cost and timing of that transport alongside the room rate.
Palazzo Veneziano — for a stay in historic Venice. Expedia displayed $356 nightly and a 9.6/10 score from more than 1,200 reviews. Its Dorsoduro location offers a different proposition: you can step out into a historic neighbourhood and make the hotel part of the Venice experience. It is the splurge among these three. Check the precise room description if you want a canal view, terrace or particular bathroom feature.
In Venice, the cheapest room is not automatically the cheapest short stay. Price the transfers and consider how much of your limited time you want to spend getting to and from the hotel. Check Venice dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Catania: Stay Close to the Streets You Came to See
Typical price level among these picks: $163–$288 per night in the sampled listings.
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze — for Via Etnea and a rooftop setting. Expedia showed a 9.2/10 score from more than 1,000 reviews and $288 nightly in the example listing. Its central position makes it easy to return to the hotel between sightseeing and dinner, while the rooftop is a notable feature. It is the most expensive of these three sampled choices, so decide whether that combination of location and facilities merits the difference on your dates.
Liberty Hotel — for a smaller historic-city hotel. Expedia displayed a 9.4/10 score from more than 900 reviews and an example rate of $204 nightly. Its character and old-town position distinguish it from a large modern property. Breakfast is included according to Expedia’s hotel information, but confirm your specific rate plan before booking. It is a good fit for travelers who want the hotel to feel connected to the city they are visiting.
Hotel Centrum — for a more modest central option. At $163 nightly in the sampled listing, it was the least expensive of this group. Expedia displayed a 9.4/10 guest score. It makes a sensible short-stay base if your priority is to spend the day in Catania rather than pay for extensive hotel facilities. Check its exact walking route to your planned sights and transport departure point.
These three are in Catania. Some broad Expedia results for Catania also display hotels in Taormina, which would serve a very different itinerary. Check Catania dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Lecce: Three Different Budgets
Typical price level among these picks: $157–$346 per night in the sampled listings.
Palazzo Sant’Anna Lecce — for a historic-centre retreat. Expedia showed a 10/10 guest score from nearly 300 reviews and an example rate of $253 nightly. The property’s stone interiors, small pool and spa facilities make it attractive for a stay that includes time at the hotel. Its historic-centre position is equally useful for an evening walk through Lecce. Verify which spa services are included in the room rate.
8Piuhotel — for value and a modern room. Expedia displayed a 9.6/10 score from more than 800 reviews and $157 nightly in the sampled listing. The contemporary hotel offers a different experience from Lecce’s palazzo stays and may suit travelers arriving by car. It is outside the tight historic-centre cluster of the other two choices, so check the walking route or transport before selecting it for a very brief visit.
Patria Palace Hotel Lecce — for a luxury stay in the old town. Expedia showed a 9.4/10 score and an example rate of $346 nightly. Its historic setting, rooftop dining space and proximity to Piazza Sant’Oronzo make it a compelling choice if the hotel is part of the occasion. For a single night, check arrival and departure times so you actually have time to enjoy the property.
Lecce is a city to experience on foot after dark. Decide how much you value a historic-centre address, then compare the full prices. Check Lecce dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Cinque Terre: Three Hotels in Monterosso al Mare
Typical price level among these picks: $180–$728 per night in the sampled listings. The high end reflects one unusually expensive sampled night, not a standard rate.
Hotel Souvenir — for the old village. Expedia displayed a 9.0/10 score from about 1,000 reviews and an example rate of $180 nightly. Its Borgo Antico location is useful if you want to spend the evening in Monterosso after day visitors leave. Expedia lists complimentary breakfast, though you should check the terms of the room you select. Ask about stairs and luggage access if either could affect your stay.
Hotel Suisse Bellevue — for views and a quieter setting. The sampled rate was $228 nightly, with a 9.0/10 guest score. It sits above the busy beachfront area and offers a beach shuttle, breakfast and parking according to Expedia’s listing. The elevated position is a benefit if you want to retreat from the crowds, but it makes the shuttle and access arrangements important details for a one-night visit.
Hotel Porto Roca — for a sea-view splurge. Expedia displayed a 9.2/10 score and $728 nightly for its sampled October night. The pool and coastal views distinguish it from the simpler village hotels. That example price is exceptionally high relative to the other two, so check several dates and room categories before ruling it in or out. A sea-facing room should be selected explicitly if the view is central to the trip.
Monterosso is one of the five Cinque Terre villages and offers a useful base for visiting the others by train. Expedia’s broad Monterosso results can include La Spezia, Levanto and more distant towns; verify the property’s town before booking. Check Cinque Terre dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Turin: A Station Arrival or a Central Splurge
Typical price level among these picks: $179–$289 per night in the sampled listings.
Principi di Piemonte | UNA Esperienze — for a luxury city break. Expedia displayed a 9.8/10 guest score and an example rate of $289 nightly. Its historic-centre setting and indoor pool make it a choice for travelers who want to enjoy the hotel as well as Turin’s museums and cafés. Confirm pool and spa access terms when you compare rates, particularly if you are staying for only one night.
Turin Palace Hotel — for an easy Porta Nuova arrival. With a 9.8/10 score from about 1,000 reviews and a $244 nightly example rate, this is a strong choice for a rail-based trip. Its position opposite the station lets you settle in promptly and start exploring. The rooftop area is another draw, but check its availability if that is an important part of your plans.
Concord Hotel — for central convenience at a lower sampled price. Expedia showed a 9.4/10 score from about 1,000 reviews and $179 nightly. Its historic-centre location and proximity to Porta Nuova give it a useful balance for a short visit. Compare it with Turin Palace on your actual dates: a difference in room rate, breakfast or cancellation terms may settle the choice more clearly than the scores alone.
Turin is particularly well suited to a short visit by train. These three let you choose how much to spend on the hotel experience while keeping the city accessible. Check Turin dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Bologna: Make the Most of One or Two Nights
Typical price level among these picks: $103–$177 per night in the sampled listings.
Royal Hotel Carlton — for a traditional full-service stay. Expedia displayed a 9.2/10 score from more than 1,200 reviews and $175 nightly in its example listing. Its position between the station and Bologna’s central streets works well for travelers who want to arrive by rail, drop their bags and head out for dinner. Its larger-hotel facilities may appeal if you also need a comfortable place to spend time between appointments.
Starhotels Excelsior — for the simplest train connection. Expedia showed a 9.2/10 score and a sampled $177 nightly rate. The hotel’s location by Bologna Centrale makes it especially useful for an early departure or an overnight stop between cities. You can still spend the evening under Bologna’s porticoes; check the walk back from the parts of the historic centre you intend to visit.
The Social Hub Bologna — for a lower-cost contemporary stay. Its sampled rate was $103 nightly, and Expedia showed a 9.0/10 guest score. Common spaces and a rooftop pool give it a livelier feel than the two station hotels. It is in Bolognina, so check your walking route to the station and historic centre. Confirm seasonal pool availability if it influences your decision.
For Bologna, a good short stay leaves enough time for an unhurried evening meal. Choose the hotel that makes both your arrival and your return after dinner comfortable. Check Bologna dates through Expedia. expedia.com
Before You Book
Compare the final stay total, not just the nightly headline. Check whether breakfast is included, whether the room can be cancelled, and whether the room description actually promises the view or feature you want. If you will arrive late or leave early, map the journey between the hotel and the station or airport before paying.
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External Sources
The hotel scores, sample prices and property details were checked against Expedia’s listings for Rome, Naples, Florence, Milan, Venice, Catania, Lecce, Monterosso al Mare, Turin and Bologna.
