what part of Rome should we stay in?
Jan 20th, 2019, 02:12 PM
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what part of Rome should we stay in?
My husband and I are going to be in Rome for 3-4 days early May. We would like to be in a neighborhood where we can walk to alot of the sights and have easy metro access to get to others. Would prefer an area with some charm rather than more modern. Can you please suggest an area to start looking for a hotel. Also, we are looking for a hotel or B &B with some character or great proprietors and would love suggestions--medium price range. Thanks! Karen
Jan 20th, 2019, 02:43 PM
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We stayed here and really liked it - Hotel Raffaello
https://www.hotelraffaello.it/en/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Re...ome_Lazio.html
Facing a quiet side street with restaurants, grocery, gelato, shops, etc. just a few steps away that felt like a neighborhood.
Easy access to everything we wanted to see.
Loved the vibe of the small hotel. Well-run, excellent service at a moderate price.
https://www.hotelraffaello.it/en/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Re...ome_Lazio.html
Facing a quiet side street with restaurants, grocery, gelato, shops, etc. just a few steps away that felt like a neighborhood.
Easy access to everything we wanted to see.
Loved the vibe of the small hotel. Well-run, excellent service at a moderate price.
Jan 21st, 2019, 09:34 AM
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On Booking.com, with applicable filters, Hotel Modigliani is showing available and within your price range. I think I would grab it. Near a metro stop, good for other transport connections, has some charm, etc.
Jan 21st, 2019, 09:57 AM
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Here's where we stayed quite a few years ago so double check current rates:
Raphael is very expensive but a stone's throw to Piazza Navona: http://www.raphaelhotel.com/index.html
Hotel Isa was much less expensive and more convenient walk to Vatican and a great bus/taxi Piazza Cavour: http://www.hotelisa.net/hotel-isa-ro...ican-city.html
Take a look at the Tram (not metro) system maps when you get a chance. https://www.rome.net/tram
DH and I liked to be above ground and used the bus system as well. Many of the stops had digital info on the signs that made it very convenient.
Have a great time kdetrav
Raphael is very expensive but a stone's throw to Piazza Navona: http://www.raphaelhotel.com/index.html
Hotel Isa was much less expensive and more convenient walk to Vatican and a great bus/taxi Piazza Cavour: http://www.hotelisa.net/hotel-isa-ro...ican-city.html
Take a look at the Tram (not metro) system maps when you get a chance. https://www.rome.net/tram
DH and I liked to be above ground and used the bus system as well. Many of the stops had digital info on the signs that made it very convenient.
Have a great time kdetrav
Jan 21st, 2019, 10:14 AM
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OP: I've *almost* stayed at the Hotel Modigliani a few times, and certainly would choose to do so given your requirements. Good location, nice hotel on a nice block, in your price range and has availability. The last two times I was in Rome, I stayed at Hotel Nerva and VOI Donna Camilla Savelli; I recommend them but both I think will be above your desired price range. Modigliani is a good option.
Jan 21st, 2019, 10:24 AM
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I haven't stayed there since 2005, but Hotel Julia might work for you (or one of their adjacent sister properties). I was happy for it considering the price paid at the time, and I loved the location. But ensure that it will meet your standards, based on the reviews.
You may get a better deal on a nicer hotel if you stay near Termini. The exact dates may affect the price significantly.
You may get a better deal on a nicer hotel if you stay near Termini. The exact dates may affect the price significantly.
Jan 21st, 2019, 12:54 PM
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The Monti neighbourhood provides an excellent chance to combine a more residential feel with proximity to attractions such as the Forum and the Colosseum. VG restaurants abound as do some attractive vacation rental apartments. Tante belle cose!
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Feb 13th, 2019, 02:23 AM
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We really enjoyed the Trastevere part of Rome during our trip there last year. It is just on the other side of the Tiber and is virtually free of vehicle traffic. Heaps of cool bars and little restaurants. It has a little bit of a 'rough edge' but we enjoyed it and it was still easy walking distance to the main sights on the other side of the river.
Feb 13th, 2019, 07:50 AM
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The Monti/Esquilino area between Termini and the Colosseum is our preferred area to stay. Enjoyed our stay last year here https://www.icapocci.it/en/.
Feb 15th, 2019, 03:29 PM
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We were very happy with Hotel Parlamento. Great location right off Via del Corso (shopping!), many restaurants around and easy walk to all the landmarks.
We didn't use the metro, but it was close.They have renovated extensively in recent years.
We didn't use the metro, but it was close.They have renovated extensively in recent years.
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