We visited Rome on 6 Oct 2006 as a treat for my husband's 40th birthday, staying at the Degli Aranci. On arrival the staff were efficient and extremely helpful. The room was very pleasant, if a little on the small side, but the bathroom was very good.

Although it is a little distance from the city centre, it has good access via public transport or the taxis were very reasonable. The upside of the location is that it was very peaceful, which was not something that could be said for the rest of the city!!

We had a great time in Rome and the weather for the time of year was fantastic, the Colosseum and the Forum being my favourite places to visit. We were approached by tour guides to join their groups at both the Vatican and the Colosseum and for a few extra Euros we jumped some very long queues and the guides were very knowledgable.

I would recommend both the City and the Hotel for a short break or special treat.

My husband and I and our two teenage sons (aged 14 and 12) stayed at this hotel at the end of July. It is away from the main attractions, but it really is a short bus ride away. IIt only cost one euro per person per journey,so it is not a concern at all. The hotel was clean, quiet, elegant and spacious. Breakfast was OK (we had had better elsewhere), but adequate. The staff were superb and very helpful. I would definitely come and stay here again as we prefered the option to go into town and come out again to the surburbs.

Stayed at Hotel Aranci for three days while in Rome. This hotel is located in Parioli near Villa Borghese. It is a beautiful hotel run by lovely, polite people eager to help you. Marco was exceptionally kind and helpful. Always greeted you with a smile as did everyone. The gentleman who carried our luggage up to our rooms was also very kind and sweet. The rooms were meticulously clean and offered everything you might need. The corner rooms are particularly nice and spacious. My room #130 had three large vertical windows. One in the bathroom and two in the room itself with french style doors opening to the large patio. Tile floors and beautifully hung sheers and drapes made this room comfortable and inviting. While this hotel is slightly out of the way it is well worth it and the taxi to the city center is a learning experience as you become familiar with landmarks along the way. I highly recommend this hotel for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle after a day in Rome and have a lovely room waiting for you.

i have been for three days in rome and stayed at the hotel degli aranci. after reading the reviews here i have to agree that this place is in a relaxing spot of the city. If you want a nice and quiet place this is the hotel! dont expect to much of the breakfast because it is marginized to some bread, cheese, bacon, eggs and milk. the cappucino was not that great for italian standards.

the room on itself meets the requirements and the staff is very helpfull and professional.

but if you like to go out on a evening and dont want to lose time on your evenings it is better to book a hotel in the centre of rome. mostly i would prefer via barbini if i would stay in rome for the next time.