Hotel Pensione JoliEditor's Pick

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For anyone who enjoys shopping, the two-star Hotel Pensione Joli provides an ideal location. The hotel is situated on Via Cola di Rienzo, one of Rome’s best shopping streets. It’s also located opposite the famous Castroni International Delicatessen (the only place we know of in Rome where you can buy peanut butter).

This family-run hotel offers rooms that are basic, comfortable and very blue. (You’ll see the color on both the bedspreads and walls.) The color scheme can make the rooms a little dark, but modern, laminate floors and soft white curtains do brighten things up a bit. Single rooms have a generous queen sized bed which also acts as an economic double. Some rooms have air-conditioning (ask ahead) and all have a TV and telephone.

As the Pensione Joli is housed on the sixth floor of an apartment building (there is an elevator), there isn’t much traffic noise. Still, light sleepers should ask for a room facing away from the street.

Breakfast is included in the rate and consists of a voucher for a coffee and croissant at a nearby bar. Guests can enjoy discounts at a local restaurant, Il Bacio, which is handy, as prices in the neighborhood can be high. Additionally, Pensione Joli has a communal fridge and eating area.

» 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.