Modern, mid-range hotel west of central Rome
Chic, contemporary rooms and spacious bi-level Suites
Some rooms have whirlpool tubs; Family Rooms have sofa beds
Lovely rooftop terrace with great views and seating
Cozy lobby bar with reasonable drink prices
Breakfast buffet included in room rates
Concierge services include valet dry cleaning and laundry
Free private parking and free (but limited) Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Far from central Rome -- an 18-minute walk to the subway
No full restaurant, fitness center, or business center
No coffeemakers in rooms
Some of the room furniture shows signs of age
Free Wi-Fi has time limits
The mid-range Raganelli Hotel is modern and stylish. Located on a busy street west of central Rome, the property is about 35 minutes from the Termini train station. Its 45 rooms are chicly minimalist, and guests often take drinks from the cozy lobby bar to the rooftop terrace to take in the sweeping views. Rates include a continental breakfast, free private parking, and Wi-Fi. There is no restaurant, fitness facilities, or pool. Its attractive rates reflect its location outside the city center. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to the city's major attractions might want to consider the Hotel Villa San Pio in south-central Rome, which has similar rates.
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Scene
A pleasant, modern hotel that's popular with group tours
The Raganelli Hotel is popular with group tours, and given that it's a 10-minute walk to the Ergife Palace Congress Center, it also draws business travelers. The small lobby is bright and modern, with crimson tile columns running along the white limestone walls. Hardwood floors lead to a white and brown wraparound front desk with a glass top. Benches in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows provide guests a place to sit as they wait to check in. Black-leather armchairs offer more seating, and potted tropical plants add warmth. Black-and-white art photos add a touch of sophistication. The ground-floor breakfast room can get busy, especially when tour groups arrive en masse to dine before boarding their buses. The rooftop terrace is a natural gathering spot in the evening -- guests often take their drinks from lobby bar and then head up to the roof to take in the spectacular sunsets and great views.
Location
On a busy street west of central Rome, about 35 minutes from the Termini train station
The hotel is located west of central Rome on a busy commercial street that includes residential complexes. A gas station is across the street and a clothing store is next door. Several restaurants, bars, and a pharmacy are within a one- to three- minute walk, and a bus stop is about two minutes away. The nearest subway station (Cornelia) is nine minutes by bus or about 18 minutes away on foot. Travel times from the hotel to the Termini train station in central Rome are 30 to 35 minutes via public transportation or car. Vatican City is a 20-minute drive or around 35 minutes by public transportation, and the Colosseum is approximately 40 minutes by public transportation (or a 30- to 40-minute drive). Ciampino Airport is about a 25-minute drive, and Leonardo Da Vinci International Airport is a 22-minute drive.
Rooms
Modern minimalist rooms that range from Singles to Family Rooms and Suites
The 45 rooms at the Rananelli Hotel are modern and streamlined. They have white walls and floors in gray or tan carpeting, wood laminate, or oak hardwood. A dark wood veneer is used in the glass-top nightstands, desks, and decorative wall panels, but some of these show obvious signs of wear. Distinctive stainless-steel paneling adorn the walls behind the beds in some rooms adding a metallic glint. White bedding and gray textiles are offset by burgundy bed runners or red throw pillows, offering small spots of color. The beige-tile bathrooms have white ceramic vanities and either walk-in rainfall shower inserts or shower/tub combos with whirlpool jets and rainfall showerheads. All rooms include magnifying mirrors, flat-screen TVs, safes, heated towel racks, and free Wi-Fi. Rooms are quiet, and some rooms have small balconies, but views are often of surrounding buildings and streets. Room sizes vary widely, from the cramped Singles (97 square feet) in which the twin bed abuts three walls to the bi-level Junior and Family Suites (323 square feet) with separate living rooms. Economy Rooms range from 162 to 215 square feet, while Comfort (the next category up) range from 215 to 270 square feet, depending on whether they're double, triple, or quadruple bed arrangements.
Features
Free breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, and private parking, concierge services, and coin-operated laundry facilities
This modern hotel caters heavily to tour groups on short stays, and its amenities seem to reflect that. The free continental breakfast buffet is served in a ground-floor room and includes meats and eggs. Free coffee and tea are available in the lobby, and the lobby bar serves specialty coffees and alcoholic drinks throughout the day. The hotel also has a vending machine with various snacks, but no restaurant for lunch or dinner. The lovely rooftop terrace with its sweeping views is a standout feature. Concierge services include valet laundry and dry cleaning, and airport transfers can be arranged as well. Private on-site parking is free, and free newspapers are available in the lobby. A safe-deposit box is available at the front desk. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, but it has time limits before guests receive a surcharge for usage -- although many groups report receiving free unlimited Wi-Fi as a perk.
