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Hotel
de Russie
This is the bright star in Rome's hotel
scene. Chic and modern in its design, the Hotel
de Russie is actually a very old hotel, re-opened
in the past few years. Picasso stayed here, as did
many others, and one look at its location will tell
you why. Just a few blocks from the Spanish Steps,
the Russie is just on the edge of the gorgeous Piazza
del Popolo. If you should tire of the view to the
outside, however, the interior of the hotel offers
its own bella vista. The private garden around which
the hotel centers serves as restaurant and bar in
the evening and there's no more delicious place
to enjoy Rome's wonderful climate and long evenings.
You'll pay the price, however, as the Russie is
also one of Rome's most expensive hotels.
Via del Babuino 9, 00187 Rome
Phone: 39 06 32 8881
Fax: 39 06 32 888 888
E-mail: reservations.derussie@roccofortecollection.com |
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Ripa
All Suites Hotel
For another ultra-hip version of the
Eternal City, try the Ripa Hotel in Trastevere,
for it provides an updated version of Fellini's
La Dolce Vita. Situated in a district just on the
edge of the city center, the Ripa is highly designed
and highly comfortable. Rooms are minimalist --but
playfully so. There's a restaurant/bar connected
to the hotel -- the Riparte Cafe -- that offers
home-grown but elegant food and modern art exhibitions.
Via Gianniti 21, 00153 Rome
Phone: 39 06 586 11
Fax: 39 06 581 4550
E-mail: info@ripahotel.com |
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Pantheon
View Bed and Breakfast
Located near the Pantheon, this middle-priced
bed and breakfast is smack-dab in Rome's city center.
Rooms are furnished with antiques and have balconies
facing the Pantheon.
Via del Seminario 87, 00186 Rome
Phone and Fax: 39 06 699 0294
Web: www.pantheonview.it
E-mail: pantheon.bnb@tiscalinet.it |
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Locanda
Carmel
Located in the part of Rome called Trastevere (across
the Tiber River), the Locanda Carmel is a one-star
accommodation with just 10 extremely clean rooms.
The staff is friendly. Breakfast is served at a
fabulous little bar/bistro next door (where you
can also get lunch or dinner). Book well in advance
and ask if the room on the roof, with a terrace,
is available.
Via G. Mameli 11, 00153 Rome
Phone: 39 06 580 9921
Fax: 39 06 581 8853 |
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Casa
di Santa Francesca Romana
This convent in Trastevere (Rome's hip and cool district)
offers rooms that have private baths and are air conditioned.
Breakfast is served to guests. Located just a 15 minute
walk from the Roman Forum and Rome's city center,
the palace that houses this convent was the home of
Saint Francesca Romana from ca.1400-1440. Prices are
extremely reasonable. The only drawback is that one
must be in by 10:30pm when the doors to the inn are
shut and locked.
Via dei Vascellari, 61, 00153
Rome
Phone/Fax:
39 06 581 2125
and 39 06 588 2408
E-mail: istituto@sfromana.it |
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Villa
Bassi
 A
religious house run by the Paolisti. Located on the
Janiculum Hill, the Villa Bassi provides affordable
and clean rooms and a friendly environment. Clientele
includes lots of American academics and occasional
student groups. The building takes up most of a block
and has a big garden, TV room, and library that guests
are welcome to use. Breakfast is not served (though
there are lots of bars nearby with coffee and pastries)
and bathrooms are shared but well-kept. As this is
a religious institution, the doors are shut and locked
at midnight, but if you're going to be out later simply
ask for a key so you can let yourself in.
Via
Giacinto Carini 24, 00152 Rome
Phone:
39 06 581
5333 or 39 06 581 5329 |
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Two
readers report...
HER WONDERFUL B&B IN
ROME -- writes Barbara in Oakville,
Canada -- I'd like to recommend Casa Howard (B&B)
at 149 Via Sistina, Rome, Italy. This small B&B is
located on the second floor of a well secured building,
just around the corner from the Piazza Barberini. There
are five funkily decorated rooms with ensuite bathrooms.
A breakfast of freshly squeezed orange juice, yoghurt,
fruit and freshly baked sweet goods is available, served
in your room.  The
location is within walking distance of many attractions,
such as the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain. Many buses
and the subway are just a block away on Barberina. We
stayed for three days and enjoyed it very much. The staff
was helpful in providing tourist information. The price
- 200 euros per room per night was less than other hotels
in the area. Website: http://www.casahoward.com/eng/sistina/introduction.htm
Email: info@casahoward.it
HER LOVELY APARTMENT IN
ROME -- writes Claudia from Los
Angeles -- I recently visited Rome for the first
time and found a fabulous apartment to stay in on the
website www.romeby.com. The exact property was featured
at the site in what is called Rome's old Jewish Ghetto.
The photos
depict exactly how it looks. The host (who spoke English)
provided me with pasta (if I chose to cook dinner), fresh
bread as well as fruit and coffee upon arrival. It was
perfection at a cost of about $500 -- a steal in my books.
Finally, I was impressed that the website did an online
follow-up survey after I left to see if I had any complaints
or suggestions.
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