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Hotel LancelotvsGrand Hotel Plaza
Both properties are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, Grand Hotel Plaza ranks marginally higher than Hotel Lancelot. Grand Hotel Plaza scores 81 with recommendations from 6 reviewers including Frommer's, Oyster and Rough Guide.
Hotel Lancelot
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
Lonely Planet
Via Capo d'Africa 47, 00184 Rome
From $64/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide Star
"Just 2min from the Colosseum, this friendly family-run hotel has rooms with oriental carpets on wood or terrazzo floors, and an attractive bar."
Fodor's "This home away from home in a quiet residential area close to the Colosseum has been run by the same family since 1970 and is quite popular." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A seasoned clientele makes this their home away from home when in Rome for diplomatic duties or a getaway with the kids." Full review
Frommer's "Expect warmth and hospitality from the minute you walk in the door." Full review
i
Ask for the 6th-floor units that have private terraces overlooking Ancient Rome—they’re well worth the 20€ extra you pay.
OysterMid-Range
"The family-owned and operated Hotel Lancelot is a mid-range property in the quiet, village-like neighborhood of Celio; a six minute walk to the Colosseum and a two-minute walk to the nearest metro." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Its old-fashioned elegance feels just right in the Celio, an attractive district that, despite being in the shadow of the Colosseum, is a quiet world apart from the city-centre bustle." Full review
Independent "The service is generous and warm, and the classic, but not fusty, Italian decor has an old-fashioned charm...authenticity of this hotel (plus excellent value) make it worth it."
i
Request a room on the top floor with a terrace for killer views of the Colosseum.
Lonely Planet "A great location... striking views... and helpful English-speaking staff – the family-run Lancelot scores across the board." Full review
Grand Hotel Plaza Rough Guide
Michelin Guide Frommer's
Star Service
Jetsetter Oyster The Telegraph
Via Del Corso 126, 00186 Rome
From $301/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide Star
"One of Rome’s most sumptuous hotels."
Michelin Guide "This hotel boasts huge, stunning, late-19C lounges decorated in Art Nouveaustyle."
Frommer's "This grand old favorite is experiencing a renaissance... when you see the very grand decor, you'll understand why." Full review
Star Service "This property offers all the frescoes, chandeliers and baronial hallways of the Excelsior, but with enough dings and dents to depress the rates." Full review
i
Light sleepers should be sure to request interior units, which overlook a quiet courtyard.
Jetsetter "A luxe, five-star hotel, boasting refined interiors and plenty of charm, with breakfast and a welcome drink." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Grand Hotel Plaza doesn't quite live up to its luxury aspirations, but its elegant Palazzo Lozzano home, good dining and bars, and classically styled rooms make this a solid four-pearl option." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Grand Hotel Plaza is one of the oldest and most prestigious hotels in Rome...boasts 200 rooms, many of which have views over St Peter's Basilica and the Spanish Steps." Full review
