Where to Stay
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…