Rarely do magnificent views of world-famous ancient monuments come with such a relatively gentle price tag. From the windows of this old-fashioned little establishment, the Pantheon is literally in your face. Unfortunately the facilities also recall a Rome of yesteryear: sink in the room, bathroom down the hall (some higher-price rooms have a private bath). But the rooms are clean and the beds comfortable. To make your reservation, you have to send a signed traveler's check with the name of the hotel on it. Pros: views of the Pantheon; sizeable bathrooms; the piazza is a hot spot. Cons: the smell of cigarette smoke is ever-present; some staff seem to want to avoid running credit cards (though the hotel accepts them); breakfast is not served in the hotel but at a restaurant across the piazza.
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