Hotel Amalia Vaticano (Rome, Italy)

Situated at only 200m from Vatican and 500m from Basilica di San Pietro, this hotel is perfect for those who are after an authentic religious experience. However, the proximity of the Ottaviano metro stop can take restless tourists to other parts of the city as well. And the shops, restaurants, hypermarket and coffee shops from the area will suit any taste and expectation.

Guest are generally impressed with how clean the rooms are, often referring to them as “spotless”. Nevertheless, the best part of this accommodation seems to be the bed, with its firm mattress that provides a restful snooze after a tiring day of exploring Rome.

Some employees mistake professionalism with stiffness, but not the staff of this hotel! These people are always smiling and eager to help. They are ready to take you to the airport and give you valuable directions, and they speak numerous languages, making you feel welcomed and respected.

One of the prices you have to pay for staying in a central location is that the place can get a little noisy at night. Being so close to Vatican, people seem to prefer sleeping less and exploring more, even after dark. One tip would be to try and book a room on an upper floor or keep your windows closed and use the AC to cool down.

One cannot start an adventurous day in Rome on an empty stomach and guests object that the continental breakfast that they serve here could be a little more diversified.

If you are the type of person who cannot stand a crease on your shirt, not having an iron at your disposal could be an inconvenience. Or should you prefer to serve something hot in your room, you might really crave for a kettle. Even going to the reception to ask for help could walk you through an interesting experience since the elevator is kind of small and old, like in those movies.