gidlaurie

Hi Fodorites,
Since my last posting of questions in January, I have narrowed down my area and am looking for moderate priced hotels in walking distance of the Ghetto. Can either be in the Ghetto or just across the bridge in Travestere. We'll be using the kosher restaurants in the Ghetto area so want to be close to it. Looking to spend up to 150Euro/night. For two adults, 2 night stay, first week of July.
Thanks!
Welcome any ideas or discussions!

gidlaurie

Trastevere - sincere apologies!

Vttraveler

I know the Hotel Arenula is right in the Ghetto neighborhood. WE did not stay there but in an apartment nearby. (Although we really liked the apartment it didn't have AC so not good for July)
There is a description of the Arenula in the Destinations section of this web site. Possibly a little more basic than what you are looking for.

You could also stay in the Campo de' Fiori or Pantheon area and walk easily to the Ghetto restaurants for meals.

gidlaurie

Was thinking of Campo de'Fiori, also ... wonder if it would be "noisy"? It definitely could be an option, too! I looked at Arenula in the Fodor guide. I'm not against stairs, but lugging suitcases up four flights (potentially) made me a little wary. Thanks for your ideas!

Vttraveler

Streets right around the Campo could be noisy. Some parts of Trastevere could, too. I would look at descriptions carefully.

zeppole

Try the Pensione Barrett. It is in your budget and very well located, not only for the Ghetto restaurants but transportation connections to the rest of Rome. It is air conditioned, which is important. I actually can't remember if it has an elevator. Read recent reviews.

Campo de'Fiori can be incredibly noisy. I would keep a distance from it.

zeppole

By the way, I forgot to add: The owners of the Pensione Barrett have a sense of humor, and their website shows it. Plus, they also like to add over-the-top "touches" to the decor of their rooms. Don't know if that will put you off, but it is an excellent place to stay for the price in a great location.

Vttraveler

this is an old thread that talks about different neighborhoods

http://www.fodors.com/community/euro...odistricts.cfm

tarquin

I too would avoid the Campo de' Fiori area, although I do like the Piazza Farnese. Last summer the campo felt grubby and over busy at night to me. We are staying in Monti next month.

gidlaurie

I love the website for the Pensione Barrett! A good sense of humor is a great thing! Have you actually stayed there? We like that neighborhood as we are partial to the cat sanctuary in the Torre Argentina ruins, so that's a big plus. How would we get from there to the Ghetto neighborhood? I am not so familiar with public transport in Rome. Approximately how long for a bus or a walk to the heart of the Ghetto? THANKS!

Vttraveler

It is a very short distance from the cat sanctuary to the Ghetto. 5 minute walk? I like the look of that hotel, too but would worry about street noise.

kybourbon

You might try the Arco del Lauro in Trastevere.
http://www.arcodellauro.it/?lang=en

zeppole

Gidlaurie,

My husband stayed at the Pensione Barrett, and last year I suggested it to a family of 3 and they were very happy. They especially thought the owners were helpful. Another friend of mine traveling alone stayed there and was quite happy, and he is something of a fuss-budget.

I was just in Rome in January with a quite badly injured foot and I walked from the heart of the Ghetto to the Largo Argentina in a five minutes. Somebody with 2 good feet could probably do it in 3 minutes or less, provided they don't get lost.

Do you know how to use a google map and zoom? The Pensione Barrett faces right onto the Largo. If you google up "Largo Argentina Roma" and zoom in, you can see where the Ghetto is (the Portico d'Ottavia.)

The windows on the rooms at the hotel have double glazing, but if you are worried about tram noise, ask for a room that faces the other way.

But I always recommend that you read recent reviews for yourself on Tripadvisor.

zeppole

I also meant to mention there is a very good caffe right on the corner, Cafffè Camerino, which also has wonderful little pastries. I was in the one morning and ran into a Roman woman I know who lives in the Ghetto, but closer to the Tiber, and she said to me: "This is my 'local'" -- so it really is very walkable. It's the same neighborhood as the Ghetto.

gidlaurie

Hi Fodorites,
Just wanted to report back. We had a WONDERFUL 3 days in Rome! We stayed at the Pension Barrett, thanks to your recommendations - it was perfect! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a superbly located, friendly, small, clean place which is decorated in such an over-the-top style that it is just fun! We requested a "quiet room" and we could just barely hear the tram sounds - faced the courtyard. We gladly payed the 10euro for the A/C. We did not use the in-room snacks because we found a supermarket nearby, and the Campo DiFiore outdoor market is a 5 minute walk away - fabulous! We walked everywhere, everyday - excellent location, couldn't be more central. And on the last day we checked out but left our luggage there. When we returned to fetch our luggage at 4pm, we were offered a bathroom to change clothes and wash up in. The ONLY thing to be aware of is that this is a 3rd floor walk-up and there is no elevator. Regarding wireless internet, it works well in the hotel lobby, but not in the rooms. For our purposes this was fine, and gave us a reason to sit in the very fully decorated lobby, too! THANK YOU FODORITES!

amamax2

Thanks for reporting back - it is always great when posters do so as it is so helpful to others who find these threads!