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Rome Historic Center Hotels - Best Rated Hotels in Rome, Italy
Based on Guest Reviews and Ratings on Venere.com

By Martha Bakerjian, About.com

Here are top recommended hotels in Rome's historic center based on guest ratings on Venere for Rome, Italy. By clicking the hotel link, you can see guest ratings and reviews, hotel photos, and descriptions. You can book the hotels directly on Venere, a booking site I often use myself.

In Rome's historic center you'll find ancient monuments, medieval and Renaissance architecture, and many museums. Rome, the capital of modern Italy, has many fine restaurants and cafes, good nightlife, and lively squares. All of these hotels are centrally located near restaurants and sights.

Hotel Artorius

Hotel Artorius is a small, 2-star hotel in rione Monti, the oldest district of Rome. The hotel is in a historic building and has air-conditioning, internet, and a bar.

Daphne Trevi Bed and Breakfast

The Daphne Inn is a highly rated Bed and Breakfast near the Trevi Fountain. It's a small, boutique inn that offers personalized service. I've stayed here myself and highly recommend it, especially for first time visitors to Rome. There's also a Daphne Inn Veneto location.

Del Senato Hotel

Del Senato Hotel is a 3-star hotel in the Piazza della Rotonda square, facing the Pantheon. It's in a 19th century building with a panoramic roof terrace bar open May to October. Some of the rooms and suites have views of the Pantheon and some suites have frescoed ceilings, a terrace, or spa bath. There is also an apartment and rooms for 3 or 4 people.

Hotel Ponte Sisto

Hotel Ponte Sisto is the top rated 4-star hotel. It's in a historic building near the Tiber River, across from the Trastevere district, and near Via Guilia. The hotel has a panoramic terrace, garden, bar, internet point and wireless internet, and a restaurant for groups only. Some rooms and suites have views.

Hotel Splendide Royal

Hotel Splendide Royal is the top 5-star luxury hotel. It's in a restored historic palace between the fashionable Via Veneto and Piazza di Spagna. Many rooms have a large terrace with city views. There's a garage, fitness room, and bar, and the Michelin-star winning restaurant, Mirabelle, is in the hotel.

Paba Hotel

The Paba Hotel is another small, 2-star hotel. It's very near the Roman Forum and Colosseum. Its seven rooms include doubles, triples, and family suites.

Bed and Breakfast Gulliver's Lodge

Bed and Breakfast Gulliver's Lodge is on via Cavour, not far from the Roman Forum and Colosseum. It's 3 rooms all have private bath, wireless internet, and air-conditioning.

Capo d'Africa Hotel

Capo d'Africa Hotel is a 4-star hotel located between the Forum and the Domus Aurea. Each of its 65 rooms are different from one another and the studio suite has a terrace. The hotel has a bar, gym, garage, and restaurant.

Concordia Hotel

The Concordia hotel is another 3-star choice, located between the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain. It has a rooftop terrace with views of St. Peter's dome. The hotel is in a 19th century building with air conditioning and internet access. It has 24 single, double, triple, and family rooms.

Versailles Hotel

The Versailles Hotel is the top rated 1-star hotel. It's an economic choice located near the Porta Pia, the Roman walls and the via Salaria shopping street. It's on the fifth floor of a 19th century building with views over Rome. Some of the rooms have shared bathrooms. All rooms have wireless internet.
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