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Hotel LancelotvsHotel Forum Roma
Both hotels are rated highly by experts. On balance, Hotel Lancelot ranks slightly better than Hotel Forum Roma. Hotel Lancelot comes in at 81 with accolades from 7 reviews including The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
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
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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
Hotel Forum Roma Frommer's Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Oyster
Jetsetter Lonely Planet
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
i
For a gem, ask for #201.
OysterUpscale
"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
