I am hoping to travel to Rome, Florence and the Amalfi coast in April and May, 2007 and am seeking a clean and reasonable pensione in each of these areas. My situation is somewhat unique because I use a light-weight power chair outdoors and the "front stoop" of these older buildings can limit my options due to lack of accessability. So, if anyone can suggest a pensione with no front steps that has a room located on the first floor or in a building with an elevator, that would be just great. Thank you very much for whatever suggestions you can offer.

I have been trying to think of one in Amalfi and I can't come up with anything. Is there any publication that has this information?

The Hotel Genio in Rome doesn't have steps in front and it does have an elevator.

Here is a list of accommodation in Florence which are wheelchair friendly:

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4199

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4415

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4211

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4177

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4336

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4277

http://www.tuscanweb.com/property/?ID=4408


Hope it helps.

It is hugely expensive, but I know that Le Sireneuse in Positano has an elevator. I don't think there are steps at the entry. However, once inside Positano, I think you would find it extremely difficult to go anywhere other than your hotel because the town pathways are mainly steps. Ravello is a mostly flat town. You might do best there.

http://www.florencegrandtour.com/home.htm
Relais Grand Tour.
We stayed here last month. It's on the ground floor, no elevator required, and just may be wheelchair-accessible, I'm not sure. Contact them via email...they couldn't be nicer AND the place is absolutely wonderful AND it's very reasonable. Minutes from the Duomo, et al, yet very quiet & really lovely -- without a doubt one of our all-time favorite accommodations anywhere.

Hi, Loveitaly! Yes enjoyed the view! The photos are here:

www.pbase.com/mightyone

sorry, wrong thread!

Thanks to all of you great folks who have responded to date. I plan on researching the data you all have provided and will keep you informed as to my progress. Words cannot express just how much I appreciate your input!!
Traveling in a wheelchair can be frustrating -- but, I AM DETERMINED TO SEE ITALY!!
Keep the information coming!! THANKS AGAIN!!

I'd suggest reading and posting at SlowTalk.com and SlowTrav.com . There is a poster there who uses a wheelchair and has written at least one article about managing Rome with disabilities.