Rome is the ultimate city break: the Colosseum and the Forum, the Pantheon, the Vatican, piazzas full of fountains and some of the best food in Italy. Where you stay makes a huge difference, because the historic centre is best explored on foot.
These ten hotels are the ones our guests rate most highly. Most have a rooftop terrace, and every one puts the city’s great sights within easy reach.
You’ll find on this page
- Quick verdicts and a comparison table of every hotel
- Ten top hotels with photos and ratings
- Which area of Rome?
- When to go and how to beat the queues
- Answers to the questions we’re asked most
- Live prices with flights and transfers in the search box at the end of the page
At a glance: compare the hotels
| Hotel | Where | Stars | Board | TripAdvisor | Adults only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Room Mate Collection Filippo Rome Fontana di Trevi | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.9/5 | No |
| The Inn at the Roman Forum | Rome City, Rome | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.8/5 | No |
| Artemide Hotel | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.8/5 | No |
| NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali | Rome City, Rome | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.7/5 | No |
| Palazzo Navona Hotel | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.7/5 | No |
| U Visionary Roma | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.7/5 | No |
| The Independent Hotel | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.7/5 | No |
| The Inn at the Spanish Steps | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.6/5 | No |
| The Tribune Hotel | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.6/5 | No |
| Hotel Della Conciliazione | Rome City, Rome | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.6/5 | No |
Star ratings are official; TripAdvisor scores were correct when we last checked and can change. Board options vary by room and date.
Quick verdicts
Our top picks
1. Room Mate Collection Filippo Rome Fontana di Trevi
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.9/5
Room Mate Collection Filippo is a stunning boutique hotel near the Trevi Fountain, around 550 metres from the Spanish Steps, with uniquely designed rooms and luxurious service.
Best for: Boutique style
2. The Inn at the Roman Forum
- Rome City, Rome
- 5-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
The Inn at the Roman Forum is a five-star boutique hotel with imperial ruins and an ancient cryptoporticus on site. It is hard to get closer to ancient Rome.
Best for: History lovers
3. Artemide Hotel
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Artemide Hotel is on Via Nazionale, great for shopping and about 800 metres from the Trevi Fountain, with good bus links.
Best for: Easy sightseeing
4. NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali
- Rome City, Rome
- 5-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Five-star NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali has a rooftop bar with spectacular views and a friendly, boutique feel, about a kilometre from the Colosseum.
Best for: Rooftop views
5. Palazzo Navona Hotel
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Palazzo Navona Hotel is just 300 metres from the Pantheon, with a luxurious boutique feel, a cosy lounge bar and a roof terrace with stunning views.
Best for: The Pantheon and Piazza Navona
6. U Visionary Roma
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
U Visionary Roma is a luxury boutique hotel in a renovated historic building, with a stunning rooftop terrace, about 950 metres from the Pantheon.
Best for: Design lovers
7. The Independent Hotel
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
The Independent Hotel has a stylish interior and a stunning rooftop terrace, and it is great for couples and friends.
Best for: Couples and friends
8. The Inn at the Spanish Steps
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
The Inn at the Spanish Steps is just 86 metres from the Spanish Steps, with a rooftop terrace and guaranteed rooms in the main building.
Best for: An unbeatable location
9. The Tribune Hotel
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
The Tribune Hotel has spacious family rooms and a rooftop terrace, about 500 metres from the gardens of Villa Borghese.
Best for: Families
10. Hotel Della Conciliazione
- Rome City, Rome
- 4-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
Hotel Della Conciliazione is about 500 metres from St Peter’s Basilica, with stylish rooms close to shops and restaurants.
Best for: The Vatican
Which area of Rome?
Spanish Steps and Trevi: elegant streets, designer shopping and grand piazzas. Pantheon and Piazza Navona: the atmospheric heart of the old city, perfect for evening strolls. Monti and the Forum: close to the Colosseum, with a village feel and great restaurants. Near the Vatican: calmer, and ideal for an early start at St Peter’s and the Vatican Museums. Via Nazionale: central, well connected and good value.
How we chose these hotels
We sell 69 hotels in Rome. To build this list we started with every hotel in the city, then read what our guests say: every hotel here is well rated on TripAdvisor. We spread our picks across different areas where we can, and we only include hotels you can book with us today as an ATOL-protected package with flights and transfers. Prices change daily, so use the search box at the end of this page for live availability, or ask a Travel Designer for a tailored shortlist.
When to go and how to beat the queues
April to June and September to October are ideal, with warm days and long evenings. July and August are hot and busy, while winter is cooler and quieter, with lower prices. Flights take around two and a half hours from the UK. Book timed tickets for the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums well ahead, visit the Trevi Fountain early in the morning, and keep afternoons for a long lunch and a siesta.
Things to do and what to eat
Explore the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill, stand beneath the dome of the Pantheon, see Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling, throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, and wander the cobbled lanes of Trastevere at dusk. Rome’s classic pasta dishes are cacio e pepe, carbonara and amatriciana; try supplì (fried rice balls), carciofi alla giudia (fried artichokes) in the old Jewish Ghetto, and gelato from a proper gelateria.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best area to stay in Rome?
Around the Pantheon, Piazza Navona or the Spanish Steps for first-timers; Monti for food and the Colosseum; near the Vatican for a calmer stay.
How many days do you need in Rome?
Three or four days covers the highlights at a relaxed pace.
How long is the flight to Rome?
About two and a half hours from the UK.
Is Rome good for families?
Yes. Hotels such as The Tribune have family rooms, and the Colosseum and gladiator stories go down well with children.
Find your Rome holiday
Search live prices with flights and transfers, all ATOL protected, or ask a Travel Designer to compare these hotels.
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Updated October 2026. Hotels can be booked as ATOL-protected packages with flights and transfers through Travelisto.
