London, Paris, Rome 10 Days
Jun 25th, 2019 | 07:02 AM
#21
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I wouldn't stay near the Vatican in Rome, either. Too much hustle and bustle and too many perfectly ghastly tourist restaurants. Check out Monti and Trastevere and Testacchio, or even the side streets around Campo dei Fiori.
If you tell us your projected budget for accommodations (in euros), people here can suggest specific hotels, I'm sure.
If you tell us your projected budget for accommodations (in euros), people here can suggest specific hotels, I'm sure.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 07:13 AM
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Jun 25th, 2019 | 08:55 AM
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Without knowing your budget, I will recommend some hotels in Rome that I liked recently. I won’t bother with places I stayed at ages ago. On my two most recent visits to Rome, 2 and 3 years ago:
Stayed at Hotel Nerva in Rome, very pleasant, attractive little hotel tucked away on a quiet street right behind the Foro Di Augusto. I stayed here twice on the same trip and recommended it to friends who also liked it. Rooms are small but this a jewel-box of a hotel.
https://www.hotelnerva.com/
I also stayed at the bigger, less personal VOI Donna Camilla Savelli in Trastevere. This hotel has a beautiful courtyard with orange trees where you can take your breakfast, have a drink from the bar, etc. I chose to stay here for several days at the end of a long trip in summertime when I thought it would be likely that I would want to relax a bit in the courtyard. It was a great choice. I booked a higher room category so I am not sure what the standard rooms are like, but my room was big with a beautiful view of the rooftops of Rome. https://www.hoteldonnacamillasavelli.com/
Stayed at Hotel Nerva in Rome, very pleasant, attractive little hotel tucked away on a quiet street right behind the Foro Di Augusto. I stayed here twice on the same trip and recommended it to friends who also liked it. Rooms are small but this a jewel-box of a hotel.
https://www.hotelnerva.com/
I also stayed at the bigger, less personal VOI Donna Camilla Savelli in Trastevere. This hotel has a beautiful courtyard with orange trees where you can take your breakfast, have a drink from the bar, etc. I chose to stay here for several days at the end of a long trip in summertime when I thought it would be likely that I would want to relax a bit in the courtyard. It was a great choice. I booked a higher room category so I am not sure what the standard rooms are like, but my room was big with a beautiful view of the rooftops of Rome. https://www.hoteldonnacamillasavelli.com/
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Jun 25th, 2019 | 10:26 AM
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We loved Albergo del Senato in Rome. It is right by The Pantheon and very nice to be in the area in the morning when no one is around yet. I was concerned that it would be noisy because it is busy but we had no issue with that. They have a rooftop bar in summer that is only for guests and the view is very nice. We have friends who like the Grand Hotel de la Minerve which is not far away...no idea what you plan to spend.
Take janisj's advice on where to stay in London but Greenwich would be too far away but a great place to spend a day! Ham Yard Hotel came highly recommended to us but we rented an apartment in Kensington through London Perfect. I don't know your budget so my apologies if these suggestions aren't inline with what you plan to spend.
Take janisj's advice on where to stay in London but Greenwich would be too far away but a great place to spend a day! Ham Yard Hotel came highly recommended to us but we rented an apartment in Kensington through London Perfect. I don't know your budget so my apologies if these suggestions aren't inline with what you plan to spend.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 11:04 AM
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Having been to Rome many times, I think you will find that you don't have time for a day trip, but if you do decide to take one, I certainly wouldn't choose Frascati on a first trip. I have been there and it was nice, but much more interesting things in Ostia Antica or Hadrian's Villa/Tivoli. Or even Florence. While Florence deserves more than a day, you can make a dent there in a day trip.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 11:19 AM
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How are you planning on getting around London?
If I were you, I would look for an hotel that is near a tube stop in Mayfair, Soho, Covent Garden, or Holborn. This is central London. This area is convenient to the main tourist attractions.
The Piccadilly Line could be your best mate.
Thin🎁
If I were you, I would look for an hotel that is near a tube stop in Mayfair, Soho, Covent Garden, or Holborn. This is central London. This area is convenient to the main tourist attractions.
The Piccadilly Line could be your best mate.
Thin🎁
Jun 25th, 2019 | 11:41 AM
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Sleep near Vatican City?
Absolutely DAFT idea. Listen to the esteemed St Cirq, who has been posting here for over 20 years.
Do not even think about going into a rip off restaurant near St Peter's. Do not even look at anyone on Via Conciliazione. They will steal your Chanel wallet.
Albergo Senato is an excellent suggestion, but good luck booking at this late date. This hotel sits in front of the Pantheon. Very good location. 👌
Another good day trip from Rome is Orvieto, but I think there is more than enough to see in Rome in 4 days.
Thin🛀
Absolutely DAFT idea. Listen to the esteemed St Cirq, who has been posting here for over 20 years.
Do not even think about going into a rip off restaurant near St Peter's. Do not even look at anyone on Via Conciliazione. They will steal your Chanel wallet.
Albergo Senato is an excellent suggestion, but good luck booking at this late date. This hotel sits in front of the Pantheon. Very good location. 👌
Another good day trip from Rome is Orvieto, but I think there is more than enough to see in Rome in 4 days.
Thin🛀
Jun 25th, 2019 | 12:21 PM
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My suggestion of Frascati was not a 'day trip' but perhaps just a couple of hours total, including dinner. Ostia Antica is about the same transit distance as Frascati and would also be a little cooler than Rome but is open only during daylight hours so not a respite from the sun/heat. Tivoli isn't as simple to reach, but in August and September the gardens are open some nights until 10/10:30. AFAIK, Hadrian's Villa closes early year-round, and I wouldn't walk around that site in daytime August temps.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 12:33 PM
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I did go to Hadrian's Villa/Tivoli in mid-July. Yes, it was hot, but not unbearable (and I'm one who can be bothered by the heat). I don't normally go in for bus tours, but in this case it was a convenient way to see both.
Jean, you're right about Frascati being an easy train ride. Guess I just think there is so much that's better in Rome.😀
Jean, you're right about Frascati being an easy train ride. Guess I just think there is so much that's better in Rome.😀
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Jun 25th, 2019 | 12:33 PM
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>>AFAIK, Hadrian's Villa closes early year-round, and I wouldn't walk around that site in daytime August temps.<<
I agree 100% I hope the weather in Rome isn't as bad as it certainly can be, but Hadrian's villa would be just one of many sites that would be awful to visit in the heat/crowds of August.
I agree 100% I hope the weather in Rome isn't as bad as it certainly can be, but Hadrian's villa would be just one of many sites that would be awful to visit in the heat/crowds of August.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 01:38 PM
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In London, Bloomsbury or, and I think I might be the only one who likes this, Leicester Square. Bloomsbury is quiet and close to the British Museum. Loved Montague on the Gardens! Leicester Square is extremely convenient for transportation, plays, lots of activities. We stayed at the Radisson Blu Edwardian, Hampshire in May. Once you figure out the tube, you are set.
In Rome, we stayed at Hotel Campo de' Fiori. Very central with a beautiful roof garden!
In Rome, we stayed at Hotel Campo de' Fiori. Very central with a beautiful roof garden!
Jun 25th, 2019 | 03:40 PM
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>>I might be the only one who likes this, Leicester Square. <<
I sort of lump Leicester Sq in with Covent Garden --they do have a different vibe - but are just across Charing Cross Rd from each other. Especially the location of the Radisson Blu actually ON the Square - is convenient. Heck it is 10 second walk, less actually, to TKTS - what's not to like being able to check theatre availability every time you walk out the door.
Both areas are walking distance from each other, Trafalgar Sq, National/National Portrait etc. and are on the Piccadilly line.
I sort of lump Leicester Sq in with Covent Garden --they do have a different vibe - but are just across Charing Cross Rd from each other. Especially the location of the Radisson Blu actually ON the Square - is convenient. Heck it is 10 second walk, less actually, to TKTS - what's not to like being able to check theatre availability every time you walk out the door.
Both areas are walking distance from each other, Trafalgar Sq, National/National Portrait etc. and are on the Piccadilly line.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 03:42 PM
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Albergo del Senato is a nice hotel, I stayed there many years ago. Personally I no longer stay on Piazza della Rotonda—too busy, vendors selling those neon light up bracelets, etc., especially in summer. But it really depends on what you like.
Jun 25th, 2019 | 05:40 PM
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"Guess I just think there is so much that's better in Rome."
One more time, my suggestion of Frascati was simply an option to escape the heat of Rome for a few hours. How it turned into a day trip or offering something better or comparable to Rome, I have no idea. Maybe the OP will have easily bearable daytime temps and lovely, balmy evenings, and they won't want to find relief.
One more time, my suggestion of Frascati was simply an option to escape the heat of Rome for a few hours. How it turned into a day trip or offering something better or comparable to Rome, I have no idea. Maybe the OP will have easily bearable daytime temps and lovely, balmy evenings, and they won't want to find relief.
Jun 26th, 2019 | 12:58 PM
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There is also an overnight train Paris-Milan - ultimate time saver and an experience if never done it before. Bring any food or drink aboard and get a private room. www.thello.com - for lots on night trains check www.budgeteuropetravel.com; www.ricksteves.com and www.seat61.com.
