This superb four-star hotel in downtown Rome is usefully located in between the Termini train station and the Via Nazionale, one of the ancient centre's main streets. Hotel Atlantico is an imposing building constructed in 1912, with lovely views down over modern Rome from its elevated position on the hill of Esquilino. Hotel Atlantico, Rome
Set within an old, patrician villa in Rome's residential Prati district, the Hotel Giulio Cesare is nicely located for exploring the historic downtown area and the Vatican City. This Rome hotel is in RXIV Borgo, on the western bank of the River Tiber (an added bonus is the proximity of nearby riverboat trips along the waters). Hotel Giulio Cesare, Rome
A downtown Rome hotel handily located for the main railway station at Termini - the Hotel Villa delle Rose occupies a quiet position on Via Vicenza. Remodelled from a charming 19th century private villa which sits within its own very pretty gardens, this Rome hotel offers a lovely refuge in the heart of the bustling city. Hotel Villa delle Rose, Rome
This hotel in Rome is right in the centre of the capital, within easy reach of all the cultural highlights of the city, including the Pantheon, the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the Roman Forum. Hotel Dorica, Rome
Four-star luxury in the heart of Rome, the Starhotels Metropole is ideal for leisure and business travellers alike. With air conditioned rooms, business facilities including internet connections, meeting rooms and fax facilities, and a very nice bar and restaurant, this hotel in Italy is a terrific base near Rome's Stazione Termini rail station. Hotel Metropole, Rome
The four-star Four Points Sheraton Rome West is conveniently located for the EUR district, Rome's business and commercial area, and Fiumicino Airport. The downtown city-centre of Rome is just a 20-minute drive away and the Vatican can be easily reached from here, too. Four Points Sheraton Rome West, Rome
This hotel in Rome is right in the city centre and is well-served by transport links. The rooms have the latest in comfort such as a private shower room, satellite TV, air conditioning and direct dial phone. Hotel Rex, Rome
A quite unique hotel in Italy, for a truly unique vacation in Rome, the Hotel Gladiatori has just 17 luxurious rooms and suites, and gazes out open the Colosseum. State-of-the-art luxury within a beautiful Classical setting makes this hotel in Rome something very special indeed. Hotel Gladiatori, Rome
