Rome is a huge agglomeration containing not only the neighbourhoods in the city itself but also the closest areas, municipalities, and suburbs. However, if you’re coming to the Italian capital for the first time and looking for the most suitable Rome hotels, focus on the centre and historical districts. These are the places where you’ll spend most of your time exploring.
One of the biggest and the busiest zones is Termini, located in the northeastern part of the city. Not only will you find many good and affordable places to stay, but also easily reach other areas on foot or by train. To the west of Termini and to the north of Ostiense, there are a bunch of historical areas with some of the best hotels in Rome. Well populated and popular among tourists Monti, Campitelli, Ripa or Celio are the districts where you’ll easily find a historic Rome lodging close to the main landmarks. Besides, this is the area with one of the highest concentrations of churches in the city.
To the north of the Coliseum there’s another group of districts: Trevi, Pigna, Parione, and Regola. If you stop in Rome accommodation in this area, you’ll be close to the Tiber River, surrounded by numerous authentic shops, narrow streets, palazzos, and ancient churches, which make a vital part of the city’s image and atmosphere. The main references in this area are , Pantheon, Barberini station, and Trevi Fountain.
Another region worth considering for hotel deals in Rome is Trastevere, on the left bank of the river and to the north of the Vatican. Here you’ll meet more tourists, but if you go deep into the neighbourhood, you’ll be able to book cheap hotels in Rome.