After looking long and hard at Tripadvisor - there was always a snag somewhere along the line (and I do appreciate the honesty of the reviews) - I went with gut feeling of the hotel website. It turned out to be just what we wanted. Small, quiet, newly refurbished and a very helpful young lady on reception. On arrival we were unsure as the hotel was in a side street and the area looked a bit run down, but it all turned out very well indeed. Evening meals are not provided and breakfast is typical continental hotel style but very adequate. The best things were - it was newly decorated, very clean, good shower, and in a good spot for catching buses etc. We are very light sleepers but it was quiet despite being in the city. Just round the corner was a network of backstreets with lovely small restaurants. We had a fantastic time in Rome and the staff at the hotel helped as much as they could. We would definitely stay there again! Be sure to take the open top bus tour!