Hotel Diplomatic - Rome

8.5

Hotel Dilpomatic is in an excellent location, 15 minute walk to the Vatican, Piazza Nouva, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon also there is a bus stop right outside the hotel that was very handy and english speaking staff to assist in everything you need.

7.3

The Hotel is well located. The room was dark and the cleanliness was deficient. The bathroom smell. The staff was kind but not so much. The breakfast was simple but nice.

8.0

This is a very good hotel in an excellent location. My only complaint is that it is not 300m from the metro station as indicated on your web site but closer to 900m (I paced the distance). We will defintely recommend this hotel to our friends.

8.5

We enjoyed our stay at the Diplomatic. It was in close proximity to the major sites we wanted to see as in we could walk. The staff was pleasant and our room was satisfactory. However the cost was somewhat high compared to the US but with the US Dollar vs. the Euro you have to exptect that.

8.1

We particularly enjoyed the breakfast - which set us up well every morning. Only quibble on service was that it wasnt possible to control the temperature in the room except by opening the balcony doors..

8.9

Hotel doors are right in front of a hop-on, hop-off bus. Its also a 10 minute walk to via de condotti which is a great start if first time in rome, you also hit the spanish steps by the end of the street. Rome is easy to get around once you get "climatized" to the people, pace and have arrived. Hotel Diplomatic had respectable rooms, clean space and marble finished toilets. The breakfast buffet was also quite satisfactory considering rome. The price on venere was much lower than the usual price of the hotel, as it did feel worth more than 90eur. As we decided to extend a night, they conveniently booked and transferred all are stuff to a sister hotel, located outside of the city center but was quite comfy. Great staff, overall, a good hotel and possibly sister hotels are same level.

8.9

A good value solid 3-star hotel in a good location, walking distance to most of the sights. If you're travelling further across the city - to Coliseum or Ciampino - use the metro. The nearest metro station is only 10 mins walk and it's cheap and easy. Nice bathrooms and decent clean rooms. We had 2 rooms overlooking internal courtyard but street-facing rooms may not be so quiet.

10

Surprised to learn that hotel would not change travelers checks or US Dollars into Euros

9.6

Was very pleasantly supprised by the position of the hotel.The room was very clean and adequate.The three nights we spent there were great and would certainly recommend the hotel. Would rebook when in Rome next.

6.2

Difficult survey - we were moved from Diplomatic to Valadier (sister hotel) which was 4* and more central. However, they did not have enough rooms of the size we booked at Diplomatic, and the small one was ridiculous - managed to move next night, but not happy. Bar, etc was VERY expensive, but otherw ise very good.

8.8

Très bon rapport prix/prestations. Excellent séjour.

9.5

Perfectly located for a quick visit in Roma center. Everything is within 20 minutes walk. The hotel itself is quiet, clean and very pleasant to live in.

8.2

Breakfast was good, but bit monotonous. Transportation offered to the airport (private taxi) was excellent. The staff offered it, and ordered it when needed.

5.8

The breakfast room staff were very good although the breakfast itself was dull. I thought at least in June it would be possible to have fresh fruit - instead we got tinned peaches and tinned fruit cocktail. Disappointing. The bedroom was fine and very quiet. There was no foyer or lounge to sit in or have a drink before before retiring to your bedroom. The reception staff were disinterested and unhelpful except when trying to encourage us to use their expensive taxi company to leave for the airport. Location great.

7.7

Ottimo hotel in quanto vicino al Centro e ben collegato tramite mezzi pubblici. Colazione abbondante e di buon livello.

8.6

Regarding the service we have to admit that the service for breakfast was quite poor. Every morning (5x) we had to wait quite a long time to get some coffee, most time no plates were available, it took quite a long time to fill up bread/cheese/salami etc. The ladies were evidently overstrained and badly organised. Besides that everything was fine, especially service and politeness at the reception.

3.1

During our stay, there was a burglary in our room. In that night, we waited for the check by police until 1:00 AM. We asked to change our room because the window was broken, but we were obliged to remain in the same room. At last we had to pay the entire rate of the hotel, however we asked a reduction of the price for the inconvenient we had.

8.1

The situation of the hotel is fantastic as it is walking distance to all the places of interest. We literally walked all over Rome. Best to avoid sleeping there on a Saturday night (unless you are guaranteed to be given a room at the back of the hotel)as the noise from the street is unbearable. There is no problem during the rest of the week.

6.0

Staff there is very helpful, room is small but clear, within walking distance to the subway station, just OK to stay.

8.2

I HAVE STAYED IN ROME ON MANY OCCASIONS, THE HOTEL DIPLOMATIC IS A TYPICAL ROMAN HOTEL, SMALL,COMFORTABLE AND QUITE EXPENSIVE.THE ROOMS WERE CLEAN AND WELL PRESENTED. THE STAFF WERE FRIENDLY AND VERY HELPFUL. THE BEST THING ABOUT THIS HOTEL IS ITS LOCATION, IT IS CLOSE TO ALL THE MAJOR ATTRACTIONS. I WOULD USE THIS HOTEL AGAIN.

8.0

My wife and I enjoyed our 3 night B&B stay. Rome (cf London) is compact and the hotel is positioned whereby all tourist sites are walkable. Staff were good and helpful. Previous reviews were accurate and therefore there were no surprises. The good news was that there was no disco. The 70 bus provided us with transport to train.

8.2

It's a good hotel. Worth to stay although rooms are small.

7.7

The hotel is in a perfect position for visiting the city. Just outside the hotel there is a bus stop for the centre. The breakfast is good and the room is confortable with a lot of place for clothes. The bathrom is not very large but good enough, except for a bad smell, probably due to the near tevere river.

6.8

very good

5.1

Hor water capacity insufficient

9.6

Rooms are very pleasant. Bus stop right in front of hotel makes going to places of interest very convenient. Breakfast was adequate but options were boring. Distance to Vatican was misrepresented. Literature claims 5 minute walk-- in truth it's much farther. Sadly only one computer for all guests, and internet fees were exorbitant. Internet access in room (wireless or wired) would have made our stay more pleasant.

8.4

overall, we had a great stay in this hotel. The concierges were very helpful and attentive to our needs. Excellent location, centralized, and quiet location. Bus stops in front of hotel. Restaurant staff should also be commended for their friendliness and attentiveness. Would definitely stay in this hotel again. Date of stay - August 2007

5.5

Fundamentalmente, el servicio del hotel es malo. El recepcionista era el típico gracioso maleducado y descortés y el colmo fue una de las camareras del comedor. Maleducada, enfadada y con una falta de atención memorable.El desayuno era un suplicio y deseabas terminar de inmediato. No volveré

10

We enjoyed our staff at the Hotel Diplomatic. The staff was very helful when we had questions and they made our train reservations for a small fee, but worth it. We needed an interperter to help us with relatives that spoke Italian and didn't understand English. The staff was willing to help us. The rooms were spacious for a family of three adults. The location was perfect and we were able to walk to most of the attractions.

8.7

Nos ha encantado el hotel durante los 4 días que hemos estado en Roma. Su localización es muy buena, a 7 min. de la plaza de España y a 5 de la via Corso y a 15 min. del Vaticano. El desayuno suficiente: pan, bollería, zumos,... La única pega es que es día que llegamos nos dijeron que por 15 min. casi perdemos la reserva porque la tarjeta de crédito usada para la reserva les dio problemas (nadie nos avisó de eso ni de llegar antes de una hora determinada) En general estamos muy muy satisfechos.

9.3

The concierge and staff were extremely helpful with city info, baggage, room prep--for 3, and parking garage was a plus. Although Rome hotels are overpriced, the "luxury" of this hotel was to have the pay parking garage, bus stop across the street, and several great trattorias and restaurants next door. All these things made the Diplomatic worth the higher price. It is not for the budget traveler however.

7.9

Hotel Diplomatic is located in walking distance to all the major archeo and historic attractions in Rome. You can easily walk to St. Peters, the Spanish Steps and the Pantheon. Buses stop directly in front of the hotel. The service and breakfast were good and the room was clean. The air conditioning did not function. The nearby restaurants were not especially good but there are plenty of better ones just a few blocks across the Tiber.

9.0

Claudio and his crew are wonderful -- they gave us good guidance as to restaurants, shopping, gretting around, etc. We were made extremely welcome. Rome is expensive, but the hotel is worth the price. Easy walk to San Pietro, San Angelo, and about a 10 minute taxi/bus ride to Spanish Steps and the Forum, Colisseum, etc. The neighborhood of the hotel feels safe. One quick idea -- they should give walking directions from the Metro stop (Lepanto). It's only 5 minutes walk, but there are two Via Colonna in the same neighborhood which is confusing. I look forward to staying there again.

7.0

The two best things about this hotel are the location and the desk staff. The location was very convenient to walk to many of the sites of Rome. The desk staff spoke very good English, and was already ready with a map and excellent directions. The area for improvement deals with the noise in the room-from the outside hall and adjoining rooms, and the disco located near the right side of the building.

7.8

l'hotel è bello ma se il prezzo pagato (di circa € 70) per una doppia per notte, fosse quello normale, il rapporto qualità-prezzo sarebbe difficilmente superabile da altre strutture. Purtroppo però il direttore mi ha riferito che il costo effettivo, normalmente, è di circa il triplo, per cui ritengo che si paghi più che altro la localizzazione dell'hotel.

6.6

Friendly staff, but not more then that. They were English and French speaking, but not very helpfull about tourism questions. Very very small rooms, but clean. No bath, only shower. Also very noisy because on a very busy street. Great breakfast buffet in the morning, untill 1O.30am.

8.2

ottima posizione, fermata dell'autobus proprio fuori dall'hotel in direzione del centro storico. bella sala colazione, disponibilità ed educazione alla reception. Solo la stanza un pò piccola e penso che si trattasse comunque di una doppia.

8.8

Internet access needs improvement. Only one fixed terminal available, not able to connect my own laptop computer. Many hotels are able to provide wireless conections and some without extra charge.

8.3

The manager asked us to leave before our check out because they overbooked and the needed our room. This was very unconfortable for us. Breakfast was excellent and the staff in the restaurant was friendly.

8.6

Good location-brief walk to Castel Sant' Angelo and Vatican City, and only 15 to 20 minute walk to the Spanish Steps and Via Del Corso with all the great shopping. The room was fantastic, and the management very helpful. The view from the room was less than desireable, but overall, was a great place to stay, and I would stay there again.

9.2

This was a very good 3* hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were good. The hotel was in a very good position to see all the sights. We walked everywhere even as far as the Coliseum The only small complaint was that the bar never seemed to be open.

8.7

A clean,large room with good facilities. Hotel central to all visitor sites and good local restaurants, cafes and bars. Highly recommended. Transport to airport arranged also.English speaking staff very helpful.

9.2

Diplomat was perfect for us and the right price. The location can't be beat-- in a very nice area within walking distance or a short taxi drive to everything we needed & wanted to do/see in Rome. It is minutes from St. Peters & the Vatican, easy to find & easy to return to after an exhaustive day of touring. The staff was very efficient & accomodating. The evening desk man "Armando" was right on with his evening dining recommendations. The only negative item was the roof top dinig pictured on the website was actually located at a related proprty in the Piazza del Popolo area, not at the Diplomat. We had lunch ther, which was good, but pricey. I highly recommend this hotel for the price, location, convenience & helpful staff. We were 2 couples and one adult child.

7.6

This is an excellent hotel for the price. Everyone spoke very good english. The rooms are small but very clean and nice. The hotel location is right on a main street which affords you the ability to take the bus and not one of the sly taxi drivers! We would definately stay here again.

10

I spent 2 weeks at Hotel Diplomatic in August 2005, and I had a very pleasant stay. It was nice and clean and the room I got was a double even though I booked a single - BIG PLUSS!!! The staff was nice and welcoming, and the location is superb!!! I've been to Rome a couple of times before, but this is by far the best hotel I've stayed in. I will of course come here again the next time I visit "la bella Roma"! I can highly recommend it.

6.7

Nicely located a short and easy walk to the Vatican and Vatican Museums, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona. Room was basic and comfortable although it did have a non-descript odor - perhaps some type of deodorizer to cover the odor of smoke from previous occupants. The air conditioning provided some relief but left the room humid and feeling a bit damp. Lighting, while present was a bit darker than expected. Breakfast was pleasant and plentiful. All items were fresh and delicious and the service staff made for a pleasant start to the morning. All in all, I would consider this hotel again for a short term stay (1 or 2 nights) but not for anything longer.

8.4

We were very pleased with our stay. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Our room was small but more than adequate for two -- very nice bathroom. The location was perfect for us, very close to the Vatican and not too far to walk to other major tourist areas (I wouldn't call it steps from the Spanish Steps, but a reasonable walk). All in all, I would recommend it as a very good value for the money.

10

A group of five Dane families were staying 8 days at Hotel Diplomatic the first week of March 2005. The trip was booked over the internet considering price and location and Hotel Diplomatic was the best price/location at the time. Just before arrival I checked and it still was. The three star Hotel is renovated a few years ago and the bathrooms lived up to Scandinavian standards. We had a double and a triple room, at the triple was the most spacious room in the hotel. The rooms were cleaned everyday and the international breakfast was excellent and nourishing with a range of cereals and fruit with a friendly and obliging staff. A little tip by your departure is expected at breakfast and in your room. The Diplomatic hotel is located 10 minutes walking distance to the Vatican and Pz. Navona. You can simply walk to everything and if you are tired take the bus back for 1 euro. A local supermarket is just around the corner of the Police station at Pz. Cavour. The local restaurants Vito have great steaks and Clock just opposite the Diplomatic have genuine Italian food made from scratch and a bakery/coffee house at the end of the street overlooking the Tiber was fantastic. I and my family had a wonderful week.

8.6

Great location, can walk everywhere. Wish I'd asked for the bus number that stops at the hotel from Termini! It also has the Tour Bus stop outside

10

I go to Rome twice a year - I would stay in this hotel again and again. Everything was great, from the room, the bathroom and water pressure and nice hot showers, to breakfast room......great location within walking distance to many places. Thank you

9.9

A three star plus hotel!!! Very nice rooms very spacious bathrooms and very friendly personel! especially the 'girls' from the breakfast staff! The breakfast is very good, variety of yoghurts cheese cereals etc. the location is perfect 5 min. walk to the vatican! We only had 1 negative experience, the garage wich works together with the hotel is not to recommendable, our car came back damaged! so be carefull!!

9.3

Great location, really friendly staff. Could not fault it for the price and would definitely stay here again. The only real problem was that the walls were very thin which made it quite noisy at times! Also there was no bath, only a shower in the bathroom.

9.0

The visit in Diplomatic Hotel become much better than we expected. Walking distance to everything we wanted to see. The employees was polite and spoke very good english. The breakfast was unexpectedly good. Next time in Rome we will come back to this Hotel. Two Swedish visitors.

9.8

The staff was very friendly and helpful. We could leave our luggage after check-out at 11:30 to pick it up in the late afternoon. All major sites are in walking distance even for those aged 55 and up. The rooms were nicely remodeled, everything fairly new. We had a fantastic stay and can only recommend the hotel. Next time we travel to Rome we will stay there again.

9.2

The hotel was well located and I recommand it to everyone. 1 fault in the facilities offered by internet : there is no own garage as indicated, but the hotel has close contact with a garage a few streets away and pick up the car and bring it if necessary.

10

This is my favourite hotel in Rome, 'cause its location is great and the service provided is really good!!! I've stayed here many times and it has been always great...

8.8

The staff were very welcoming and friendly and the level of service and provision was good value. The front of house managers were extremely efficient friendly and helpful. Thelocation was also very good for accessing both the city and vatican by foot.

8.5

The hotel was just as advertised. Hotel is well situated to take in Vatican or even Colosseum. Rooms were very spacious--not extravagent but nice. Definitely recommend.

8.8

Extremely friendly, quick garage service but a bit pricey, would definitely consider again...

9.5

If you have to go to Milan, stay at the King, and book thru venere.com. We paid 60 euros a night for a 250 euro a night room. The room was well appointed, with inexpensive mini bar, and beautiful tiled bath. The breakfast was more than you could ask for. The staff wasn't very friendly, but the room was fab. The photos don't do it justice. Thank you venere.com.

7.6

das Hotel bietet eine gute Ausgangsbasis für die Besichtigung von Rom. Das Personal ist freundlich und kann mehrsprachig Auskunft gben. Für einen weiteren Besuch in Rom würde ich dieses Hotel empfehlen

9.9

The staff were very helpfull, the hotel was everything we needed, a very good location to see the City.A hotel i would recommend to friends and family.

9.6

Hotel très bien situé, bien équipé, avec un personnel aimable (et francophone). Le petit déjeuner, comprix dans le prix, se prend dans une cour agréable. Je recommande vivement l'hotel.

9.1

Very pleasant stay in clean (but small) air-conditioned room. Helpful staff and convenient location.

9.8

The hosts were excellent, providing information about the area and were patient. The room was very good with noise free windows. The breakfast was very good and included with the price of the room. The walk to the Vatican was about 15 minutes and to the old city about 20 minutes. In the evening about 15 minutes to the Spanish steps. One of the nicest places we stayed in Europe.

9.1

The hotel was very good and the staff were very helpfull. Breakfast was served between 6.30 and 10.30 (4 hours)which compered with other hotels that I have stayed in was very good.

8.9

Excellent position and great value for money, Staff very friendly and helpfull.

9.1

Highly recommended - especially for the rate we obtained through Venere for July. Spacious rooms and good continental buffet breakfast. Good location for walking access to both Vatican Area and the Historic Centre, plus convenient bus stop outside hotel for other areas inc. Colosseum. Hotel has been renovated since photographs on the website.

8.7

Outstanding location w/bus stops literally right out the front door. Excellent breakfast, food and facilities. Don't let the odor of sewer gas in the lobby fool you (the odor permeates most of Rome,) the rooms are clean and fresh. A very traditional European hotel w/a very helpful front desk staff.

8.4

Wir haben die Zeit im Diplomatic genossen. wir kommen sicher wieder.

7.8

Nice little hotel with an excellent location. For the price this hotel is a wonderful deal.

9.3

Everything was brilliant except the location address which was confusing. The address is Via Victoria Collonna but on maps this is shortened to Via Colonna. We went to Via Victoria which is some distance away and had to telephone the hotel for directions. Once we had found the hotel, location, price, comfort, and service were excellent.

9.0

An excellent value for a very large room in Rome proper very close to the Vatican and Spanish Steps. We had a room with 3 beds for 4 people and the room was not crowded. Very well decorated and the room was very well insulated from the noisy street below. Highly recommended. Breakfast was as expected from a 3 star - OK, but the room was great.

7.6

Hotel was in a good position for all Rome has to offer , Breakfast was good and the hotel staff spoke excellent English . we would recommend it

8.4

Even if the entry and the reception are so restricted that one not have an immediate good impression, the hotel is pleasant whit nice breakfast room and good public areas. Our family room was a real junior suite, quiet and spacious. The bathroom was large and provided with all comforts. The continental breakfast is rich and sufficiently various (that is not so frequent in Italian three stars hotels). Finally, hotel services are good and all employees nice and ready to give all information to visit the city. I surely suggest this nice hotel, sufficiently chip and close to Rome centre (10 minutes to Piazza Navona)

9.5

Beds are wonderfully confortable!! Not to mention that it is at a short walk from Rome city centre, public means are convenient and the staff is very friendly. I surely will choose it again in the future for my business trips to Rome.

9.8

Superb value for the price. Great location. I'll use this sight for future bookings.

8.9

We had a pleasant stay. Great location, everything on walking distance. Nice employees. Good bathroom with bad. We recommend this hotel to everybody!

8.7

Stayed for 4 days, hotel well situated in between Vatican and Spanish Steps. All staff friendly and welcoming and a good breakfast provided. Outside the hotel are various bus stops, very handy for the traveller. Really enjoyed our stay and will return back to the Diplomatic.

9.8

better than a lot of **** Hotels

8.1

Goed hotel Wij kregen een prachtige grote familiekamer. Ligging van het hotel is prima, vlakbij het Paleis van Justitie en de Engelenburcht. Net over de Tiger ligt het centrum, vanaf het hotel is lopend bijna alles goed te bereiken

9.7

A small, but clean and elegant room, with everything we needed. Air-conditioning,minibar,TV, and best of all, a delicious bathroom, (with tub)! Helpfull employees, and a nice breakfast area in the backyard with very good service. (Included in the price!) I stayed 4 days with my daugther, (7 years), and we both agree that we had a very pleasant stay!

8.8

Highly recommended, made to feel welcomed and excellent helpful staff.