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    Hotel La Griffe

    3.4 (9 reviews)
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    Diana B.

    Having recently stayed at La Griffe Hotel Roma, I was expecting a pleasant and luxurious stay in the heart of one of the world's most beautiful cities. Unfortunately, my experience was marred by a series of disappointments that significantly impacted my time in Rome. The most immediate issue was the service, particularly at the front desk. The staff members often came across as rude and unhelpful, which was surprising and unwelcoming, especially for visitors to the city looking for guidance and assistance. The one exception was Michelle. She was kind and helpful, but the other four people I encountered treated me like I was bothering them. Cleanliness and room maintenance also fell short of expectations. During our four-day stay, our room was not cleaned on two occasions. This lack of attention to basic hotel services was both inconvenient and frustrating. I walked down to ask my room be cleaned on the second day (bc the phone was still broken). I was told that I needed to leave my room for it to be cleaned. I informed the desk staff that I did leave for 6 hours the first morning (from 7 am - 1 pm for a tour) and then again the next morning (from 9 am - 1 pm). There should have been plenty of time to clean and refresh the mini-bar. Neither happened. I did go the the market across the street for sodas and water. At breakfast, the quality of food did not meet the standard one would expect from a hotel of this supposed caliber. The eggs were consistently runny and undercooked, which made for an unappetizing start to the day. My husband finally insisted that we go to McDonalds (which is on the corner) to get breakfast because he could not do runny eggs. Further, the room's amenities were not up to mark. The phone in our room was out of order, and despite reporting it three times to the hotel staff, it remained unfixed throughout our stay. This lack of response to a basic request was not only inconvenient but also unacceptable. When I asked for a taxi, the desk staff told me that I should have called down to get a reservation. Difficult with a broken phone. Snippy is their language. If the staff gives you grief about asking for a taxi, go out the door to the right and walk down to the traffic circle (about 3 blocks). Look across the circle to about 10 oclock or to the left and up. There is a taxi stand. Found that out the hard way too when the staff was too busy with an empty lobby to talk to me. Another surprising inconvenience was the inability to get ice from the restaurant. Such a simple request being turned down was bewildering and indicative of the overall service attitude encountered. Lastly, the laundry service was disappointingly slow. Despite sending in our laundry well within the stipulated time, it took three days to be returned, disrupting our plans and causing unnecessary hassle because I had to wear the same clothes for several days. BTW, Chinese laundry within walking distance is a better choice and TONS cheaper and you do not have to deal with the front desk staff who told me that I needed to drop it at the front desk (instead of putting it outside the door as the paper stated), but if the cleaners don't come...I guess you don't get laundry picked up and they charge you almost $80. While La Griffe Hotel boasts a fantastic location, the level of service and attention to basic hospitality standards were underwhelming. For a hotel that presents itself as a premium choice in Rome, my experience was unfortunately far from premium. This stay has left much to be desired, and improvements in service and amenities are crucial for a better guest experience. There are other hotels on the same street that are a must better experience and don't cost almost $1000 for four nights.

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    (109 reviews)

    €€€

    Centro Storico

    This was our first time to Italy and Hotel Artemide made our trip. The room was a good size for…read moreEurope. It was fashionable, classy, and most importantly - clean. We didn't rent a car so I can't comment on parking, but everything you want to see, like the Colosseum, is just a short walk from the hotel or you can take a cab. The staff were wonderful with helpful suggestions from the front desk to the amazing breakfast buffet staff that always gave us a very warm "buongiorno" when we came in. After a few days the server didn't need to ask anymore he just brought me a cappuccino when I sat down. That is probably the biggest breakfast buffets I have ever seen. The two pictures don't fully capture it all. I really liked this hotel and would be back if I am ever in Rome again.

    Only a few blocks from Termini Roma, this short walk was a perfect home base. Its location gives…read moreeasy walking access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and much more. Plenty of shopping, dining and coffee nearby. The room was clean and modern with a fully stocked, complimentary mini bar. Loved the bathroom, the bar upstairs and the breakfast buffet and coffee with Salvatore was a great start to each day. The downstairs spa was a bit small, but enjoyable nonetheless, with steam room, sauna, and simple hydrotherapy stations. All in all this was the best accommodations we had our entire 10 day trip throughout Italy. Will gladly stay here again! The staff, service, location, amenities and facility were all stellar!

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    DoubleTree by Hilton Rome Monti

    (25 reviews)

    Termini, Centro Storico

    If you are wanting to stay at a full-service, Hilton branded hotel property while in Rome without…read moregoing bankrupt doing so, The Doubletree Hotel by Hilton Rome Monti would be a solid choice. By Rome standards for a full-service hotel, it would be considered affordable by many. But just to be clear, it is not ultra-inexpensive. For the money, it is firmly in the 4-star hotel genre (getting a 5-star Yelp rating from me within this category because I could find nothing wrong with it during my stay). So, while it may not have crystal chandeliers and butlers running around, it is definitely not a student tourist level hostel. It has modern, comfortable public spaces, elevators that hold more than 2 people at a time, a restaurant with a good breakfast spread, and well-appointed guest rooms with modern amenities and AC. I really don't need more than that when I am traveling solo for business so it was perfect for me given that set of circumstances. As a comparison, I have stayed at a 5-star Rome hotel which was absolutely a step up in terms of service, luxury features, and a sense of a personal attention. But when I am alone on business, that level of service is not necessary and can feel uncomfortable to me. There are plenty of cafe's and restaurants within a 10 min walk and it is a reasonable walk to attractions such as the Opera House, the Coliseum, and the Trevi Fountain. It is also a 10-minute walk to the main terminal Rome train station and the cool, local Nuovo Mercato Esquilino if you are into that type of thing like I am. I spent early mornings walking somewhere for coffee and then through the Mercato to watch the vendors work to ready their produce and meat to be pawed over by early restauranteurs which was a cool look at the underbelly life of this great city. I really liked that this hotel is not right up against the busy street and, on at least 2 sides of the building, there are streets that are not constantly jammed with the noise of traffic. My room fronted one of the quiet sides. It is unclear to me if I was upgraded to a nicer than standard room location because of my Hilton loyalty status but I had a very quiet stay in a room that was impeccably clean and could be easily darked out during the day if I needed a restorative nap for my jet lag. The gym was reasonably appointed and open 24/7 and the wi-fi speed was top notch. I had a great stay here for the money. Based on all of this, when in Rome in the future as a solo business traveler, I would be very happy to stay here again.

    We spent three nights here before an Eastern Mediterranean cruise departing from Civitavecchia. We…read morearrived and departed via Roma Termini, just a few blocks away. That made the location extremely convenient. The hotel sits a short walk from Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, where Pope Francis is buried. Some areas near the main train station are often described as unsafe by Italian standards. We did not experience that near the hotel. Tourists and locals were out late, and the neighborhood stayed active into the evening. Rome is compact and easy to navigate. Most major attractions felt reachable within about 20 minutes by taxi, bus, or rail. We tried to visit the Trevi Fountain at 10:00 pm to avoid crowds. That plan failed completely(see pic). It was packed. Locals eat later than in the U.S., and many parts of the city stay busy well into the night. Restaurants remain open late. A note for U.S. travelers. European hotel rooms run smaller for the price. Even using Hilton points, our room would have cost close to $700 per night USD and felt small. The hotel offers a pleasant rooftop bar and a spacious lobby with multiple seating areas. The buffet breakfast was a solid, comfortable way to start the day. It was included for us as Hilton Diamond members. I am unsure of the cash price. Overall, the location and amenities make this a smart pre-cruise choice, especially for travelers relying on rail connections.

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    The St. Regis Rome

    (102 reviews)

    €€€€

    Termini, Centro Storico

    This hotel is amazing! The staff is the true key to a great experience from start to finish. The…read morebellmen, the check in folks, the dining room servers all day and evening, the housekeeping crew, and the concierge. The hotel is a beautiful structure and while a bit dated in some areas the overall appearance is very good and old world like I expected. Our room was very nice though there was no place to sit and read as the only chair was at a desk and another side chair that was not practical for reading. I would recommend they consider that. The breakfast buffet is one of the best I ever experienced in all my years of traveling with so many options you cannot possibly try them all. The omelette chef was so accommodating and friendly. We had lunch there the day we arrived, breakfast each day and even decided to dine there for dinner one night instead of going out. All the servers went above and beyond for us and made us feel so welcome. They have live music that is very classy and works great for the environment of the hotel. We saw several different duos for evening and breakfast services. We spent three nights in this hotel before we boarded our cruise ship and really enjoyed every minute there. I highly recommend this hotel if you are traveling to Rome.

    We stayed at the St. Regis in Rome. Here's what we liked best…read more The location is highly convenient. We were able to walk to great shopping, restaurants and sites, including the colosseum and Trevi fountain. Clean accommodations and friendly staff. With jet lag, our sleep schedule was sporadic. The housekeeping staff kindly managed to attend to our room regardless of the hour. It's luxury you would come to expect of the St. Regis brand. Pro tip: Ironing boards/iron not in room and must be requested via Front Desk. However, you can have up to TWO items pressed daily Free. I deducted one star because our bed was lumpy - time to switch out the mattress! And be sure to request a room on floors 1-3. The fourth floor is right below the gym and very noisy during gym hours.

    The Inn at The Roman Forum

    The Inn at The Roman Forum

    (24 reviews)

    €€€

    Monti, Centro Storico

    We had a fantastic stay here. The hotel is very unique and the history is truly eternal!…read more The hotel sits just minutes walk from the Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Cerchi Park. However, it is quietly nestled in a beautiful little neighborhood. It is very quiet and quaint. Upon arrival we were greeted with the welcoming staff and escorted into the ruins beyond the lobby where we were brought a lovely tiramisu welcome treat to enjoy while taking in the ruins. The room is impressively large with a huge bathroom. We had a plush king sized bed with cozy down bedding. The thick beautiful curtains ensured that the room was perfectly dark for great sleep even if we wanted a mid day nap. There was a lovely little balcony with a view of the courtyard. With the curtains open the natural light is perfect. The bed was comfortable and we Sisto very nicely here. The bathroom is very big with a walk in shower and bidet with all toiletries needed to have a comfortable stay. I will say I was a bit bummed that the tile warmer was not functional but the hotel was very kind offering anything to make sure that we were happy. This was not a problem and we stayed in this room as warming towels us a perk but not a requirement. I would also note that the building is quite old and the bathroom had a metallic smell perhaps from the pipes of older plumbing but it was fine as long as we kept the bathroom door closed. I think the hotel was really concerned that we were upset but we absolutely were not just keep in mind this building is antique and if you are coming from the US where everything is new and not used to a potential aroma of antiquity be prepared to experience a true European city and do not complain. All details are thought of here including mini bar, clothes steamer, hair dryer, toiletries and a welcome gift. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. They are always ensuring that we were comfortable and happy. We absolutely loved our stay here. The hotel is a special place and experience. The nostalgia of standing and staying where the Romans once stood 2000 years ago was definitely a treat! The hotel has a rooftop terrace where we enjoyed breakfast in the mornings and wine in the evening. The lounge just inside of the terrace is cozy and comfortable to enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail in the evening and there's a cozy fireplace to warm up, which we took full advantage of after a long wet rainy day in the colosseum and Roman forum. We had a great stay here and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a special Roman experience. We will definitely be back!

    This hotel was in my top 3 most fav hotels of our trip. The staff was great and the history of this…read morehotel made it even more wonderful. If you come you have to walk the tunnels. We booked through a vacation package service and didn't realize we were getting the 2 bedroom family room. OMG. We had a full kitchen, washer, living room, private patio and the whole flat (if you will) to ourselves. It was really the icing on the cake of our trip.

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