Rome hotels, close to the Vatican City

Franklin Hotel, Rome

This unique four-star hotel in the Trionfale area of Rome is just 500 metres from the splendour of the Vatican City. The Franklin Hotel is a fabulous, music-themed hotel with CD players in every room and a selection of over 400 CDs available to borrow from reception. This Rome hotel is based in a stylish, period building but its interior is thoroughly modern, with light wood, neutral fabrics and cutting-edge technology. Each of its 22 rooms has satellite TV, a modem link, air conditioning and minibar, and fresh flowers are provided to welcome new guests to their room. The immaculate en-suite bathroom facilities are also supplied with complimentary toiletries and plush bathrobes. There are specially designed family rooms, and highchairs, cribs and babysitting can all be arranged by staff at the 24-hour reception. Other services offered on-site include currency exchange, reservation of travel or tour tickets and dry cleaning and laundry.

From this position on the west of the River Tiber, guests are just a couple of minutes from St Peter's Basilica and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel masterpiece. Just across the river lie Rome's other most famous attractions: the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, ancient Roman Forum and the Pantheon temple. All these sights and more can be reached on foot, and staff at this hotel in Rome can assist in the booking of guided tours for any guests not confident enough to explore independently.

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Double room from €155