Hotel Duchessa Isabella; Hotel and restaurant in town. Nestling in the heart of Ferrara, the picturesque town built by the dukes of Este, this elegant XVIth century residence is resplendent with coffered ceilings, ancient frescos and a collection of antique clocks. The sumptuous rooms, overlooking the park, are havens of comfort and the cuisine, inspired by the gastronomical traditions of Este, is a sheer delight. The magnificent Ferrara Palio is the oldest in the world.Il Bottaccio di Montignoso Hotel and restaurant in a village. In northern Tuscany, just three kilometres from the beaches on the Tyrrhenian coast, an old XVIIth century oil mill has been restored and converted into a very comfortable inn. Gentle, sloping wooded hills are the setting for this charming villa with varnished floors and coffered ceilings. Unparalleled service and Mediterranean cuisine served in the surprising and delightful swimming pool room.