Hotels in Rome

[wannavacay]

On 4/24/2024 at 3:02 PM, Motorman23 said:

Sorry, I didn’t detail my dates, I’m looking for 2025 but assumed pricing would be similar. Too early to get exact pricing just trying to get my ducks in a row…

We noticed prices are much higher (& lots of hotels already showing sold out) for same room in 2025 than today & thinking it has to do with it being Jubilee year. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[nini]

23 hours ago, wannavacay said:

We noticed prices are much higher (& lots of hotels already showing sold out) for same room in 2025 than today & thinking it has to do with it being Jubilee year. 🤷🏻‍♀️

 

Thank you so much for the "heads Up"! I just checked our preferred hotel for April 2025 and No Vacancy!!! And the same for some others.

 

[njkruzer]

7 minutes ago, nini said:

 

Thank you so much for the "heads Up"! I just checked our preferred hotel for April 2025 and No Vacancy!!! And the same for some others.

 

I wonder if it's because of the Jubilee Year celebrations.  Haven't done anything about this cruise yet (4 cruises to deal with first) but was wondering if it was the right time to go to Rome.

[marazul]

50 minutes ago, njkruzer said:

I wonder if it's because of the Jubilee Year celebrations.  Haven't done anything about this cruise yet (4 cruises to deal with first) but was wondering if it was the right time to go to Rome.

It's always the right time to go to Rome.

[njkruzer]

Just now, marazul said:

It's always the right time to go to Rome.

Yes but.... I was answering about hotel prices.  Was also wondering about extra crowds, etc. 

[nini]

53 minutes ago, njkruzer said:

I wonder if it's because of the Jubilee Year celebrations.  Haven't done anything about this cruise yet (4 cruises to deal with first) but was wondering if it was the right time to go to Rome.

Yes, that is what @wannavacay had suggested.

[marazul]

1 minute ago, njkruzer said:

Yes but.... I was answering about hotel prices.  Was also wondering about extra crowds, etc. 

Most of the events will be held at St Peter's Basilica. 

Here is a calendar of events:

https://www.iubilaeum2025.va/en/pellegrinaggio/calendario-giubileo.html

And general info:

https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/254346/rome-prepares-for-35-million-pilgrims-during-2025-jubilee-year

 

As for hotel prices, book as as early as possible.  They can only increase.

[rocker57]

You probably can’t get pricing until 9-10 months before you need them. We are planning on April 2025 and that is what I am finding. Hotels don’t show that they are not booking, but show that they are full or pricing is ridiculous. I have a list of hotels I’m looking at, now I just have to try to wait until June before booking

[marazul]

9 hours ago, rocker57 said:

You probably can’t get pricing until 9-10 months before you need them. We are planning on April 2025 and that is what I am finding. Hotels don’t show that they are not booking, but show that they are full or pricing is ridiculous. I have a list of hotels I’m looking at, now I just have to try to wait until June before booking

You can also email the hotel directly and ask.  Often they will reserve way ahead of that time frame and give you better prices. That's what we do.

[PORT ROYAL]

Excellent advice….

[FLA Cruiser]

Hi - I searched the post and didn't find a reference to the Hotel Forum in Rome.  Has anyone stayed there - or have any experience with them?

[NCteacherlovescruising]

We’re booked at Albergo Del Senato. I don’t recall, do they have an elevator?  They do have A/C, right?  No pool but does have a roof top bar, I believe. 

[marazul]

10 minutes ago, NCteacherlovescruising said:

We’re booked at Albergo Del Senato. I don’t recall, do they have an elevator?  They do have A/C, right?  No pool but does have a roof top bar, I believe. 

Two elevators and air conditioning.  The rooftop bar is lovely.  

[NCteacherlovescruising]

8 minutes ago, marazul said:

Two elevators and air conditioning.  The rooftop bar is lovely.  

Thank you!   Thought so but it’s been so long since I did all my research. 

[marazul]

3 minutes ago, NCteacherlovescruising said:

Thank you!   Thought so but it’s been so long since I did all my research. 

When are you leaving?

[NCteacherlovescruising]

2 minutes ago, marazul said:

When are you leaving?

June 21st. Can’t wait!!

[Gourmet Gal]

3 hours ago, NCteacherlovescruising said:

We’re booked at Albergo Del Senato. I don’t recall, do they have an elevator?  They do have A/C, right?  No pool but does have a roof top bar, I believe. 

Amazing little view from the rooftop.

[firefly333]

On 4/27/2024 at 10:27 PM, rocker57 said:

You probably can’t get pricing until 9-10 months before you need them. We are planning on April 2025 and that is what I am finding. Hotels don’t show that they are not booking, but show that they are full or pricing is ridiculous. I have a list of hotels I’m looking at, now I just have to try to wait until June before booking

Actually it depends on which site you use. The site that starts with the word hotels ... I can see 14 months out to may 2025. That how I know they are asking $150 for esmeldo hotel or however it's spelled and I'm not within a year. Some hotels show further out some dont. 

 

Though I keep hearing only book direct. .. I can bundle air and hotel on another site I'm sure considering. But it's one like you said doesnt show until about 11 months out. Sure a good price. 

[-Lew-]

On 5/9/2024 at 11:47 AM, firefly333 said:

Actually it depends on which site you use. The site that starts with the word hotels ... I can see 14 months out to may 2025. That how I know they are asking $150 for esmeldo hotel or however it's spelled and I'm not within a year. Some hotels show further out some dont. 

 

Though I keep hearing only book direct. .. I can bundle air and hotel on another site I'm sure considering. But it's one like you said doesnt show until about 11 months out. Sure a good price. 

 

I just completed a booking at Hotel Smeraldo for arrival on 19 October 2025 for six nights.  I was surprised their website would accept a booking that far in advance, but I learned just this morning that 2025 will be a Holy Year and very busy in Rome.  I emailed the hotel and was informed reservations were now open for my dates.

 

Here's a link to the Jubilee 2025 General Calendar.  Knowing event dates may help you plan your itinerary.

 

Incidentally, I will no longer book with any Expedia owned travel booking sites after experiencing two very negative issues.  One was with Vrbo not standing behind its Book with Confidence Guarantee.  I had to revert to contacting Chase Sapphire Reserve for a credit to my account.

 

The other...observing a group of six attempting to check in to two rooms at Albergo Cesari with confirmed Expedia reservations in hand.  The hotel had no record of the reservations.  Expedia owned sites are listed below.

 

Expedia
Hotels.com
Vrbo
Travelocity
Hotwire.com
Orbitz
Ebookers
CheapTickets
CarRentals.com
Expedia Cruises
Wotif
Trivago

 

 

 

 

[nini]

3 hours ago, -Lew- said:

 

I just completed a booking at Hotel Smeraldo for arrival on 19 October 2025 for six nights.  I was surprised their website would accept a booking that far in advance, but I learned just this morning that 2025 will be a Holy Year and very busy in Rome.  I emailed the hotel and was informed reservations were now open for my dates.

 

Here's a link to the Jubilee 2025 General Calendar.  Knowing event dates may help you plan your itinerary.

 

Incidentally, I will no longer book with any Expedia owned travel booking sites after experiencing two very negative issues.  One was with Vrbo not standing behind its Book with Confidence Guarantee.  I had to revert to contacting Chase Sapphire Reserve for a credit to my account.

 

The other...observing a group of six attempting to check in to two rooms at Albergo Cesari with confirmed Expedia reservations in hand.  The hotel had no record of the reservations.  Expedia owned sites are listed below.

 

Expedia
Hotels.com
Vrbo
Travelocity
Hotwire.com
Orbitz
Ebookers
CheapTickets
CarRentals.com
Expedia Cruises
Wotif
Trivago

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Lew. We always book directly with the hotel. I appreciate the link for the Jubilee.

Have you stayed at Hotel Smeraldo before? Comments? Thx

Edited May 11 by nini
added words

[-Lew-]

15 minutes ago, nini said:

 

Thanks, Lew. We always book directly with the hotel. I appreciate the link for the Jubilee.

Have you stayed at Hotel Smeraldo before? Comments? Thx

 

Hi @nini...

 

We stayed at Hotel Smeraldo for five nights in October 2023 in a Family Suite Town House which we booked again for 2025.  Admittedly its size is overkill for two people.  I've kinda' had it with tiny rooms...the Family Suite has two bedrooms (we use one for luggage, etc), two bathrooms (nice when getting ready to go), a kitchen with dining table, and a sofa.  It's like a small apartment.  There are plenty of other nice rooms on their website.

 

The hotel is right in the middle of the Roscioli empire, with Roscioli Caffè e Pasticceria, Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina, Rimessa Roscioli, and Antico Forno Roscioli very close by.  The Forno is right across the street...great for takeout when we want to dine in.  The hotel is a five to ten minute walk to Piazza dell Rotunda or Piazza Navona and closer to Piazza Campo de Fiori. 

 

We did the Rimessa Roscioli Wine Tasting Dinner when we were last there.  If you enjoy wine...even a little bit...it's a do not miss experience.  

 

[nini]

13 minutes ago, -Lew- said:

 

Hi @nini...

 

We stayed at Hotel Smeraldo for five nights in October 2023 in a Family Suite Town House which we booked again for 2025.  Admittedly its size is overkill for two people.  I've kinda' had it with tiny rooms...the Family Suite has two bedrooms (we use one for luggage, etc), two bathrooms (nice when getting ready to go), a kitchen with dining table, and a sofa.  It's like a small apartment.  There are plenty of other nice rooms on their website.

 

The hotel is right in the middle of the Roscioli empire, with Roscioli Caffè e Pasticceria, Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina, Rimessa Roscioli, and Antico Forno Roscioli very close by.  The Forno is right across the street...great for takeout when we want to dine in.  The hotel is a five to ten minute walk to Piazza dell Rotunda or Piazza Navona and closer to Piazza Campo de Fiori. 

 

We did the Rimessa Roscioli Wine Tasting Dinner when we were last there.  If you enjoy wine...even a little bit...it's a do not miss experience.  

 

 

Thanks so much, Lew!!! I also appreciate the comment about the wine dinner.

[BM64]

1 hour ago, -Lew- said:

 

Hi @nini...

 

We stayed at Hotel Smeraldo for five nights in October 2023 in a Family Suite Town House which we booked again for 2025.  Admittedly its size is overkill for two people.  I've kinda' had it with tiny rooms...the Family Suite has two bedrooms (we use one for luggage, etc), two bathrooms (nice when getting ready to go), a kitchen with dining table, and a sofa.  It's like a small apartment.  There are plenty of other nice rooms on their website.

 

The hotel is right in the middle of the Roscioli empire, with Roscioli Caffè e Pasticceria, Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina, Rimessa Roscioli, and Antico Forno Roscioli very close by.  The Forno is right across the street...great for takeout when we want to dine in.  The hotel is a five to ten minute walk to Piazza dell Rotunda or Piazza Navona and closer to Piazza Campo de Fiori. 

 

We did the Rimessa Roscioli Wine Tasting Dinner when we were last there.  If you enjoy wine...even a little bit...it's a do not miss experience.  

 

Thank you Lew!  Just booked the wine tasting dinner! We like more than just a little bit.😊

[-Lew-]

11 minutes ago, BM64 said:

Thank you Lew!  Just booked the wine tasting dinner! We like more than just a little bit.😊

 

Ha Ha...  I hear you.  You're in for an enjoyable evening.

[NCteacherlovescruising]

Does Albergo del Senato have an iron in room or offer ironing services?