Abano Grand Hotel

Set in an olive and palm tree-filled park, this stately spa hotel is a minute's walk from a bus stop, and 11 km from Padua and the Duomo di Padova. The elegant rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms offer furnished balconies, some with pool or town views, while suites add Louis XV-style decor, marble bathrooms and separate sitting areas. Coffeemakers and 24-hour room service are available. Breakfast is included. There are 3 upscale restaurants, plus a bistro, a bar, and a lounge with live music. The chic spa includes 3 indoor/outdoor thermal pools, and hydrotherapy pools, along with a gym, a sauna and a steam bath.