Staying in the Centro Storico puts you within walking distance of the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain and the Campo de' Fiori market — but keep in mind that this old core is closed to regular car traffic, so you'll be walking everywhere, often on uneven cobblestones. Comfortable shoes matter more here than in most cities.
Monti, just east of the centre, is a good alternative if you want a break from tourist crowds. It's on the Metro B line, so the Colosseum and the rest of the city are still easy to reach, but the neighbourhood itself feels more like a real Roman neighbourhood — small workshops, vintage shops and family-run trattorias. Our hotel booking guide can help you weigh location against price when you're comparing options.
