Via del Biscione 76, Rome, Italy | (888) 252-0567
Reasonable rates for location
Walking distance to Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and artisan shops
Tasty continental breakfast
Large outdoor terrace with city views
Free Wi-Fi throughout
On the site of one of the oldest hotels in Rome
Many rooms and bathrooms are dated and show some wear
Most rooms are on the smaller side with limited views
Some guests have noted sound travels through the walls
Hotel Sole is a two-pearl historical property that's a minute’s walk from Campo de’ Fiori. Being so close to the lively square also makes the hotel an ideal jumping off point for exploring other sites in Rome’s historic center, such as the nearby Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Most guests agree that the location is the best feature because rooms tend to be small and there's not much else here besides continental breakfast for a fee. The slightly dated air of Hotel Sole can be a part of its Italian charm, along with the multi-level internal terrace with rooftop views of the city. As an alternative, Hotel Fontana faces the Trevi Fountain and offers a free breakfast buffet for higher rates.
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Scene
A traditional Italian hotel that's starting to show its age
A plaque outside Hotel Sole Roma claims that the property is on the site of one of the oldest hotels in Rome. While it has certainly been updated since the building was constructed centuries ago, the hotel still feels slightly dated with small rooms and heavy furniture. Reaching the front desk requires climbing a steep flight of stairs, but there is small elevator to access higher floors once the first steps are conquered. While there is no lobby to speak of, the traditional hotel has a large internal courtyard with terraces that offer views of the rooftops of Rome. The barebones style of the hotel tends to appeal to couples and younger travelers attracted by the reasonable price-to-location ratio.
Location
In the heart of the historic center, off a lively piazza
Less than a minute from Campo de’ Fiori, Hotel Sole Roma is located on a small cobblestone street in the center of Rome’s charming historic quarter. The nearby piazza hosts a colorful market every day except Sunday, and then transforms into a popular nightlight spot after the sun sets. The area around the hotel is crisscrossed with medieval alleyways and full of artisan workshops, traditional restaurants, ice cream shops, and boutiques. The area is best explored on foot, and famous sites such as the Pantheon and Piazza Navona are a short walk away. While there are no nearby metro stops, there is a major bus stop at Largo di Torre Argentina. Termini station is a 12-minute drive away and Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino airport can be reached in about 40 minutes by car.
Rooms
A mix of classic furniture and eye-popping color accents that could use an update
Hotel Sole shows its age in the guest rooms, which have some charming original details such as exposed beams but also exhibit wear and tear. Many rooms tend to be a fairly tight squeeze. Inside, terra-cotta tile floors and heavy wooden furniture are mixed with modern bedspreads and colorful throw pillows to result in a fairly eclectic traditional Italian design. While the queen-size beds and linens are new, most other room aspects, including the bathrooms with small step-in shower cabins and old-fashioned hose hairdryers, could benefit from an update. All rooms have air-conditioning, a kettle for tea and coffee, free Wi-Fi, and small flat-screen TVs hung in the corners.
Features
Sparse features, but the internal terrace offers nice city views
There are few features to speak of at Hotel Sole Roma. The budget hotel does have a small breakfast room where a tasty continental breakfast is available daily. It is possible to enjoy the morning meal in the small courtyard when the Roman weather permits but there is no restaurant for lunch or dinner. Along with the location, the multi-level internal terrace that rings the courtyard is the hotel’s best feature. While many rooms lack views, the communal patios have seating options and lovely lookout areas over the neighborhood’s charming rooftops. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi throughout.
