One of best location (especially for first time in Rome and interest in Vatican), historic building, however, if arriving early, advisable not take the "available" ready rooms, or, you might be in attic like rooms (roomy and clean) with small high windows, taking away half the beauty of location. Most staff greatly helpful, particularly a "special Stefania" who is (in... more

We found this hotel to be perfect for our exploration of Rome. It was a short walk to St. Peters, Sistine Chapel, quaint restaurants with good food, and the tour buses stopped right across the street. During our stay I received word that my Mother had passed away. The staff was so gracious and tried everything in their power to... more

We spent two nights at the Columbus Hotel in early October. We were fortunate to have a room overlooking the street and could peer out the window and see St Peters and the piazza. The public rooms are magnificant and although the furnishings and decor of our room were outdated they were perfectly adequate and the bed was the most... more

We had a two nights stay at Hotel Columbus and it was nightmarish!The hotel is grim and dull and the ambiance reminded me of a haunted house. The breakfast is nothing great and the plates are dirty!The AC leaked, water in the sink overflowed,mosquitoes bit me throughout the night, and the bathroom had dangerous steps which weren't even aesthetically pleasing.... more

This is the second time we have stayed at this hotel and both visits have been excellent. Close to the Vatican, you can here the crowds in St Peter’s square and the bells if you leave your window open. The staff are friendly and welcoming, the rooms clean and the restaurant well worth visiting. There is an outside terrace for... more

Lovely medieval building which has been converted into a charming hotel. Lots of comfortable sitting areas throughout the hotel, many with fabulous views across the rooftops. Beautiful vaulted ceiling in the restaurant (La Veranda) covered in 16th century frescoes- a fantastic setting for mealtimes. A good selection on offer for a continental style breakfast, although no fruit. Breakfast may also... more

The hotel was a bit on the bleak side,with below average facilities e.g a bar that was never open and a restaurant that sold overpriced cold food. So to sum it up location to St.Peters was good but that was about it we wont be going back. more

My wife and 6 year old daughter just returned from a 4 night stay at the Columbus and we really liked it. No, it is not a modern typical American style hotel, but for our trip to Europe that's not what we wanted. The room was clean, though fairly stark in decor, but we did not go to Rome to... more

We wanted to be near the Vatican, and this is about as close as you can get. But then it's a bit far to the rest of the sights in Rome. The hotel is gloomy and depressing, though spacious. We had just arrived after spending 4 days at the AVA Hotel in Athens, so we had been spoiled. The breakfast... more