GrifoEditor's Pick

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The Hotel Grifo is located in the heart of Monti, a charming area of old Rome packed with narrow streets, artists’ workshops and small boutiques. Recently upgraded to a three-star hotel following a complete overhaul, the hotel still retains its family feel. The same family has run the Grifo for 47 years and a smiling son, daughter, nephew or niece is always on hand to help guests.

Rooms are outfitted with tiled floors and pale walls and equipped with shiny bathrooms. The brightly painted walls are a nod to the ‘80s (think Dynasty and padded shoulders), and all rooms have air-conditioning, TV and a minibar. Private bathrooms, in all rooms, come with toiletries and a hair dryer. (Two private bathrooms are located in the hall.) There is a flowery terrace on the upper floor as well as second private terrace shared between two rooms.

The nearest Metro station is Cavour. It’s an easy walk to the Colosseum in one direction, or the Quirinale and the historic center in the other. Otherwise, walk to the end of the street to Via Nazionale, and you can jump on any of the passing buses to head to nearby Termini Station or Rome’s center.

A self-serve breakfast buffet is included in the Grifo’s nightly rates.

» Samantha Collins

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.