Ten miles from the hustle and bustle of Rome's city center, this beautifully renovated 12th-century castle is an oasis of calm set in a small wooded park. The original structure has been preserved intact, complete with crumbling watchtower (now a three-level suite); all that's missing is a medieval knight clinking down the echoing stone halls. Guest rooms are luxuriously appointed, with inlaid-wood antiques and four-poster beds; a few have marble fireplaces, and two have giant, tiled hot-tub alcoves. There's also a shuttle bus service to central Rome. Pros: spacious and quiet lodging in a castle; pool on the premises; shuttle bus service to Rome's center. Cons: outside the city center; transportation schedule may not always be convenient; dining options in the area are limited.
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