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Staying Near the Colosseum vs. the Vatican

Staying Near the Colosseum vs. the Vatican

Two of Rome's most famous landmarks anchor two very different neighborhoods to base yourself in — and first-timers often agonize over which. Near the Colosseum…

Jun 11, 2026
Is Staying Near Termini a Good Idea?

Is Staying Near Termini a Good Idea?

Termini, Rome's central station, is surrounded by hotels — it's the densest concentration of accommodation in the city, often at the best prices, with unbeatable…

Jun 11, 2026
Where to Stay in Trastevere: A First-Timer's Guide

Where to Stay in Trastevere: A First-Timer's Guide

Trastevere is the Rome of daydreams — cobbled lanes, ivy-draped façades, sunlit piazzas, and an evening buzz that turns dinner into magic. Little wonder it's one…

Jun 11, 2026
Hotels With a View in Rome

Hotels With a View in Rome

Waking up to a view of St. Peter's dome, or sipping a coffee on a terrace overlooking the rooftops and bell towers of the Eternal City — a room with a view turns…

Jun 11, 2026
Family-Friendly Hotels & Apartments in Rome

Family-Friendly Hotels & Apartments in Rome

Traveling to Rome with kids changes the accommodation calculus entirely: suddenly you care about space, a kitchen, laundry, quiet nights, a residential…

Jun 11, 2026
Renting an Apartment vs. a Hotel in Rome

Renting an Apartment vs. a Hotel in Rome

Should you book a hotel or rent an apartment for your Rome trip? It's one of the first big decisions, and the right answer depends on your group size, trip…

Jun 11, 2026
Rome's Best Boutique Hotels for the Money

Rome's Best Boutique Hotels for the Money

Rome does grand five-star palaces beautifully — but for many travelers the sweet spot is the boutique hotel: small, characterful, design-forward places that…

Jun 10, 2026
Where to Stay in Rome on a Budget

Where to Stay in Rome on a Budget

Rome has a reputation as an expensive city to sleep in — and it can be, if you book a small room on a famous piazza in May. But it absolutely doesn't have to be.…

Jun 10, 2026
Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Rome, Compared

Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Rome, Compared

Choosing the right neighborhood is the most consequential booking decision you'll make for Rome — more than the specific hotel. Get it right and the city feels…

Jun 10, 2026
Where to Stay in Rome for a First Visit

Where to Stay in Rome for a First Visit

Picking the right neighborhood is the most important booking decision you'll make for Rome, and it matters more here than in most cities. Rome's historic core is…

Jun 10, 2026