We found this hotel through friend recommendations...2 sets of couples from our hometown in Canada had stayed here a number of times. I went through the website before booking, and I feel that the hotel's site accurately reflects reality. We arrived in the middle of a heatwave...their air conditioners worked. The modest breakfast was lovely...the owner makes fantastic espresso...and the hotel common areas are very warm and welcoming. The owner went above and beyond - staying up late to let our young-adult children in after lock-up, booking us a great deal on a taxi to the airport, and advising us on directions around town. It's a (longish) walk to the Vatican and the Colosseum, but otherwise the hotel is situated perfectly for a walking stay... the tram is about 200 metres away...and there's outstanding architecture and restaurants immediately nearby. Best of all: the staff and owner are charming, friendly and knowledgeable. I'm staying again this coming spring...which motivated me to finally write this review.
