Our Expert Review of Hotels in Rome, Italy

Rome, once the largest city in the world and the physical / spiritual birthplace of Christianity, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the European Union. Located on the Tiber River and home to 2.7 million people, Rome serves as the capital of Italy and is now a modern, cosmopolitan city with majestic squares and unparalleled cultural, historical attractions.

Roman attractions include: The Pantheon, the best preserved Roman structure and considered by Michelangelo to be the “work of angels, not men”; the Roman Forum, once the heart of the Roman Empire and the center for commerce, politics, and social life; and the Colloseum which accommodated up to 50,000 spectators for sporting events and gladiator fights.

Within the city of Rome, visitors will discover Vatican City, a walled city-state established in 1929 by the Roman Catholic Church. The Vatican is home to the Pope and holds the splendor of St. Peters Basilica, St. Peter Square, the Sistine Chapel, exquisite Baroque and Renaissance architecture, and priceless works of art by the likes of Michelangelo.

Visitors will also be delighted to find friendly people, great cafes, fine restaurants, exciting night life, sophisticated shopping, and thrilling, high speed taxi rides. Rome, the city of love and “La Dolce Vita” has a vast array of hotels from which to choose. We prefer hotels that are in the central city so you can walk to most attractions and take a bus or the metro to others. We are also sticklers for cleanliness and beds that don’t sag!

Here’s our list of favorite hotels at every level in Rome

Luxury

Hassler 
Set at the top of the Spanish Steps and having spectacular views of Rome sets this Luxury hotel apart from the rest. The Hassler was voted the number one hotel in Rome among Travel+Leisure’s list of 500 best luxury hotels in the world. We read that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes stayed here last year.

4-Star

Sofitel Roma     
We love Sofitel Hotels and this one was named Best Luxury Hotel in Rome 2008, by readers of TripAdvisor. It is located near the Spanish Steps (In our opinion, the best hotel location in Rome) Designed in Roman Neoclassical style, this Rome four-star hotel offers 113 rooms and four suites with private terraces.

Capo D’Africa  
This hotel is located near the Colloseum and the Roman Forum, but away from the other important Rome attractions. (Easily accessed by Metro or busses)The rooms are generous size and the decor is Italian modern.

Three Star

Hotel Artorious  
Located between the Colloseum  and the Trevi Fountain, this hotel is in the middle of Ancient Roma. This three-star hotel offers excellent service and great value.

Caesar House Residenze Romane
This little hotel is located near the Colloseum and offers lots of amenities including a concierge. But, there is no Air conditioning, so reserve this hotel for the cooler months.

Hotel Albani
Located in a quiet residential area near the Vila Borgese, this hotel is sure to please. Free WiFi in the lobby and air conditioned rooms give this hotel the edge.