Villa RosaEditor's Pick

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With the bustling Santa Lucia train station two blocks away, the Hotel Villa Rosa offers 33 sparkling rooms and a prime location. And yet, perched on a leafy corner a block from the main strip, it still manages to be quite peaceful.

A private home-turned-hotel, the Villa Rosa underwent a 2009 renovation that saw its three floors of guestrooms completely redone. Not just that, but its lobby and breakfast room got a facelift, and the hotel was even awarded another star (it became a two-star hotel in 2010).

Rooms, all of which are non-smoking, are outfitted in colorful Venetian style, with both authentic furnishings and brash reproductions. All are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, cable TV, telephone and Wi-Fi (which isn’t free). Mid-sized bathrooms are modern, with hair dryers and glass-paneled showers. Eight rooms have small balconies, and about half of the rooms have wood-beamed ceilings.

We really enjoyed our tour and visit with Martina, who runs the Villa Rosa with her father. They should be proud of the job they’ve done with the Villa Rosa—it was worth it!

A continental breakfast is included in the room rate.

» Tom Meyers

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.