Babuino 181vsHotel Forum Roma
Both Hotel Forum Roma and Babuino 181 are rated highly by professionals. Overall, Babuino 181 ranks significantly better than Hotel Forum Roma. Babuino 181 comes in at 88 with accolades from 10 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Frommer's and BlackBook.
Babuino 181 Show All Reviews
Via del Babuino 181, 00187 Rome
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Dry Cleaning
Rough Guide
"Decorated with contemporary Italian flair, the accommodation is stylishly comfortable and includes breakfast and concierge service."
Travel + Leisure
"Sepia-toned photographic murals of iconic Roman monuments set the tone." Full review
Star Service
"Located two blocks south of the charismatic Hotel de Russie, Rome's high priestess of hip hospitality, this engaging B&B has a sweet little swagger of its own." Full review
BlackBook
"Babuino 181, situated in a remarkable nineteenth-century palazzo, now boasts sophisticated, up-to-date Italian designs and those special amenities that make living life easier."
Oyster
Upscale
"Split between two buildings, the 24-room Babuino 181 is an upscale boutique ideal for the discerning traveler." Full review
Fodor's
"This stylish hotel with spacious, loftlike accommodations offers top-notch amenities, ultimate privacy, and personalized service."
The Telegraph
9.0
"The chic, pied-a-terre vibe of Babuino 181 is key to its top ranking as one of Rome’s best and most discreet hideaways." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Appealing especially well to business travelers, and young families, plus anyone wanting a no-fuss, comfortable stay in Rome." Full review
Frommer's
"Sleek, contemporary hotel, with relatively spacious rooms and apartment-size suites outfitted with Frette linens, iPod docks, and Nespresso machines. Bathrooms are heavy on the marble and mosaics." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A beautifully renovated old palazzo, Babuino offers discreet luxury, with great attention to detail, a sleek roof terrace and modern, chic rooms." Full review
Hotel Forum Roma
Via Tor de' Conti 25-30, 00184 Rome
From $90/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Offers old-fashioned elegance and accommodations that range from tasteful to opulent." Full review
Fodor's
"A longtime favorite, this converted 18th-century convent has a truly unique setting on one side of the Fori Imperiali with a cinematic view of ancient Rome across the avenue." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A former convent, with old-fashioned elegance and unbeatable views over the Forum and Trajan’s Market."
Star Service
"This place is the Holy Grail for midrange tourists who yearn for lodging with historic views and a location within easy walking distance of top attractions." Full review
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Oyster
Upscale
"This historic hotel is housed in an 18th century building that was formerly a Franciscan monastery." Full review
Jetsetter
"An elegant hotel near the Colosseum, with a welcome drink and breakfast served daily on the rooftop terrace." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The stately Forum offers formal elegance and stunning views." Full review