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"LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION"Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 5, 2012
This little hotel has location, location, location! It is less than 5-10 minutes walking distance to the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, & Tempolo Adriano. It is about 15-20 minutes from the Coliseum, the Forum, and Vittoria Emmanuelle, around 25-30 minutes from Piazza del Popolo, and a half hour from the Vatican. Seconds away from the main artery Via Del Corso, you can’t get a better location for a more reasonable price. The front desk staff is wonderful and Tomosso in particular will not hesitate to recommend the best restaurants and tell you how to get to all the sites within Rome. He recommended fabulous restaurants and mapped out a walkable itinerary of sites daily for us. If you don’t care to walk, the hop on hop off bus is two minutes away. What really sets this hotel apart is the 5th floor outside deck with a panoramic view which is used for breakfast in the morning and a possible night cap at night. What a way to start and end a day. It was beyond gorgeous and really a delightful highlight to a memorable stay in Rome. The rooms are big enough to accommodate two easily and are clean and neat. The only difficulty I encountered was that I was unable to connect to Wi-Fi but instead used the downstairs computer. Some of the rooms on the upper floors are only accessible by a short stairway which is difficult with heavy luggage. Other than that, our stay was perfect and I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel.
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Excellent, convenience to airport was essential.
""Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 5, 2012
We did not get information that payment by card was not accepted. The breakfast was poor, bread from yesterday, cerials too sweet. The juice was more like lemonade than fruit-juice.
"Would stay there again"Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 5, 2012
Had a great experience. Our triple room was clean and bed very comfortable, including pillows. 40 inch hd tv with all the sky channels with the options to switch to English language. Filled a form with time and choices for breakfast . Arrived on time and plenty of food. ( Italian style breakfast) . Front desk nice and helpful. Near American embassy, hard rock cafe' , villa borghese park( very nice!) . Would stay there again and reccomand it to friends and family
""Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 5, 2012
Room was so small that we could barely walk around the bed and there were no drawers in which to put clothes. The buffet breakfast, however, was outstanding and the location very convenient. Front desk staff could be friendlier. The room was much smaller than the photo for that level of accommodation
Location.
Situated in the heart of Rome, Hotel Locarno is close to Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, and Villa Borghese. Also nearby are St. Peter's Basilica and Roman Forum.
Hotel Features.
Dining options at this romantic hotel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. This 4-star hotel features business amenities including a 24-hour business center and small meeting rooms. The staff can arrange concierge services, wedding services, and tour assistance. Additional amenities at this Art Deco property include a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Guest parking is available on a limited first-come, first-served basis (surcharge). Nearby parking is also available. This is a smoke-free property.
Guestrooms.
Rooms have city views. The 84 air-conditioned guestrooms at Hotel Locarno include safes and hair dryers. Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access is provided. Televisions are equipped with cable channels and complimentary TV Internet access. All accommodations provide desks and phones with voice mail. Bathrooms offer bidets and complimentary toiletries. Additional amenities include windows that open and blackout drapes/curtains. Turndown service is offered nightly and housekeeping is available daily.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
This hotel does not offer any accessibility features. Please select a different hotel if you are interested in booking a room with accessibility features.
Lobby Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
Room service is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Some properties have extra fees for amenities or services that may apply even if you do not use them. Government fees or taxes also may be charged to you when you check in or check out. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Rome’s largest, most spectacular fountain, the Trevi Fountain is a baroque extravaganza, its ancient sea gods and gushing water dominating a tiny piazza. Immortalised in Fellini’s film, ‘La Dolce Vita’, this is the place to toss your coins to ensure your return to the Eternal City. The three streets radiating from the piazza lead to the historical centre and sights of the Quirinale – one of the original seven hills.
see all hotels in Rome"Hotel Locarno - Great Breakfast and WIFI"
The only reason to book this hotel is for the breakfast and the service. It was amazing!! Hot eggs and bacon, fruit, pastries, meats, juices, latte's, and cereal. The hotel staff was friendly and very helpful. The downside are the rooms. My shower was covered in mold, both in the shower tiles and on the floor outside of the shower. And the sink would […] make a high pitched screaming if it was turned on too high. The cold water didn't work at all. Read more
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"Great location & wonderfully kept authentic hotel"
Simply great! perfect location 100mts to piazza del Poppolo & via del Corso. Very IN Bar. Authentic decoration overall. Our room looked to the street and was slightly noisy (but its really not bothering, as not a main street). Would love to go back. Good price quality and authenticity ratio!
"Hotel Locarno, great location not that clean rooms"
First 2 nights spent in a smelly room where the toilet was burping up sewer gas and the shower water gets everywhere on the floor without a drain. Don't get any rooms in the lower floors. nights 3 and 4 spent in a smaller room. The shower drain did not work this time but the hotel staff didn't really do anything about it so we had to pump the drain […] with our feet in order to finish the shower. Great location, walked everywhere. Read more
Excellent hotel services. The cots for parking and internet access is expensive and actually abusive
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"Step back in time...."
Several good restaurants immediately available. Very convenient location yet not on a busy street. Older hotel with a lot of character.
"SIMPLE CLEAN AND ELEGANT"
this hotel was very good location for all we needed. very quaint afternoon tea was a ritual and well enjoyed after a long day of sightseeing. the Hop on Ho off bus was on of the best ideas. see the city on first go around then decide where to get off on the next. Sinday at the Hotel Lucarno was a experience. they have comp. bicycles. Wow what fun. we […] were closed to the piazza del popole. very nice. I can wait to take my sister bak her for a long weekend. Love it. Read more
Free internet did not work in the building. The breakfast buffet was good. Very good location. Staff was really nice but at times they had an attitude.
Excellent breakfast, champagne. Bathroom and beds small. Great location. Our room the air condition fan was loud, we were told a remodel was coming in a couple of months.
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"An island of peace in Roma"
The Locarno, was an art nouveau haven in the most convenient part of Rome. The staff went out of their way to be helpful and friendly in every way. The little garden courtyard is a little eden and I relished returning their from hectic sightseeing and enjoying the breakfast buffet every morning. I would highly recommend this hotel.
"Not even close to a 4 Star Hotel"
This hotel is tired, rundown and dirty. The air conditioning was not working properly and it was impossible to even dry off after a shower. The room was small and dirty. There was mold on the bathroom walls and the floor was filthy. I'm sure it was a nice place at some point, but it is clear they have not put anything into renovating over the years. […] Although the staff was courteous, you could tell they were even embarrassed by the condition of the hotel. They are negligent to pass this off as a 4 Star hotel. Never again. Read more
"comfortable and well located"
The hotel is well located and comfortable.
"You can't judge a book by it's cover"
The hotel looked beautiful from the outside. Gorgeous patio bar/restaurant area, nice lobby, nice neighborhood (residential feeling), short walk to main shopping area and Piazza. The room was clean but very shabby. Poor lighting, old stained wallpaper, no character at all. You can tell it was once beautiful and upscale but it needs renovating now. Bathroom […] was fair. Very noisy since we were on first floor. OK for the price- on the moderate end; but wouldn't want to be there for more than one night. You get what you pay for. Read more
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"Hotel Locarno"
This hotel is conveniently located next to the Piazza Del Popolo and the Borghese Park and is within easy walking distance of the Spanish Steps. Many restaurants and shopping streets are only a stone’s throw away. The staff was helpful and efficient and the rooms were clean and well maintained. Breakfast was served in a picturesque courtyard and the […] buffet was extensive and delicious. The only drawback was the incredibly hard mattresses that were reminiscent of the marble pedestals in the nearby Galleria Borghese. Read more
"Rome at it's FINEST"
The Hotel Locarno is THE PLACE to stay. The location is at the Piazza del Popolo which is at "The Head" or the 3 main roads to tour Rome. Everything is accessed from these three roads and it makes, walking to sites, eating, and shopping very easy. The staff is awesome and will arrange ANYTHING you need to include VERY reduced prices for Limos to and […] from the airport. They are there for you and there is no questioning that! The rooms are unbelievably comfortable, spacious, and clean. The Courtyard Garden for breakfast is the best and in the evening it is the place to be for drinks and to meet others to include the locals from the area. They also have a menu for lunch and dinner that is awesome as well. Read more
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We were traveling with our 5 month old. The hotel staff was not that great about an early check-in, which was our biggest complaint. We had traveled for over 12 hours and were just so tired and wanted to put the baby down to sleep. Also, the elevator wasn't working. So we had to lug all of our gear + baby up a bunch of flights of stairs. But, the room […] was pretty comfortable, although small, and the hotel provided a baby cot. The location was really great. Close to Piazza del Popolo and an easy walk to spanish steps, trevi fountain, and pantheon. On a cute and quieter side street, which we liked. Read more
"Love the Locarno"
Hotel Locarno is a great stay! Like stepping back to the 50's --- very chic with a beautiful outdoor patio and a cool bar -- even the elevator is charming. The location is fantastic --- easy access to all the sites -- I walked all over the city from here. I highly recommend this hotel.
"Hotel Locarno in Rome"
Belle epoque is the theme here, and the place is jumping with stylish people. The lobby and outdoor eating areas in particular have loads of charm and seem to be one of Rome's hotspots (hint: make sure you don't get a room over the front if you want quiet). Breakfast is good and plentiful. However, the rooms and hallways are are run down; just washing […] the curtains and putting a new bedspread on the bed would make a world of difference. Maybe it was the exchange rate, but I feel like a paid a load of money for a "quadruple" that merely had two trundles shoved in. Service was Ok but not overly helpful. Not really in the heart of tourist attractions like the Colosseum and Piazza Navona but at least it is a few blocks away from the Metro stop. Read more
"Great location"
We stayed in the annex on the 3rd floor. This hotel was easy to find because of its proximity to the Piazza del Popolo with its large obelisk in its center. The hotel is just off the main pedestrian street that heads directly into the center of Rome. It was an easy walk to the Vatican (about a mile) as well as to the Colosseum (1.5 mi), as well as the […] Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain (both about a mile or less). The courtyard was charming and the pastries at breakfast were too good (I couldn't resist endulging). There are lots of quiet cafe's and tons of shopping near by. The rooms were large and the bath towels were very large and soft. Furnishing is a bit sparse but adequate. I'd definitely stay here again. Read more
"Hotel Locarno - Rome, Italy - Perfectly Located"
Rome was our last stop on our 3 week driving tour of southern Italy. Unlike some of the other cities and towns we visited, our GPS had no trouble directing us to the Hotel Locarno. It is located on a quiet little street just a block off of the Piazza di Popolo. A few blocks away is Via Il Corso for high-end shopping and 10 minutes walking brings you […] to the Spanish Steps. Traffic on the hotel's street was light, which allowed us to sleep in what can be a busy and noisy city. They do not have a restaurant, but the very attractive bar occupies two rooms indoors and one large area outdoors. They provide a variety of items to eat with your drinks in the evening. They also provide a light lunch at mid-day and it is where breakfast is served. The rooms are simple and on the small side, but adequate and totally modernized. One of my favorite things was the small cage elevator that probably goes back to the day the Hotel was new in the late 1800s. Rome is an expensive city. If money is not an object, there are several luxury hotels. But, the Hotel Locarno is reasonably priced and a decent value for the price. Read more
"Excellent location"
The hotel is within walking distance to the bus route, the Metro (very inexpensive), and if one has the stamina to all the major sites and sights of Rome. The hotel is also in a quiet location. We have lived in a town close to Rome and know the city as well as possible, and the Locarno is probably in the best location to make the most of a visit to […] one of the great cities of the world: the art, the architecture, the churches, the magnificent historical ruins and the vibrant and captivating life of Italy. Read more
"A true 4 Star!"
After many visits to Rome and finding myself less than happy with alleged "4 Star" properties I found the Locarno! From the moment we arrived their 4 star rating shown forth. The room was large even by American standards, huge for Rome standards. The hotel and rooms were clean and elegant, the staff courteous and helpful. The hotel offers an amazing […] and trendy bar, filled till midnight on the weekends, with a range of twenty somethings to 60 somethings all engaging in shared drinks and food. (If you go to bed early ask for a room on the side of the hotel opposite the bar, it is a bit noisy on the weekends till midnight, I am a night owl so it offered no problem.) Make sure you wake up for the breakfast the scrumptious food starts your day off right!. Read more
"Fantastic!!!"
The staff was very pleasant and helpful. The room was good and the bathroom was great. The breakfast buffet that was offered was good with plenty to choose from. We stayed in their annex room which is across the street because of it's lower rates. The hotel is close to the Piazza Popolo which is within walking distance to all the major attractions. […] After a long day of walking, the hotel has a bar where you can meet people from the neighborhood and listen to some great tunes while having your favorite night cap. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone. Great location filled with romance! Read more
"Art Deco Gem"
I recently spent five nights and the Locarno and was very pleased with my stay. It is a 20's vintage hotel with tons of beautiful art deco details, including lovely woodwork and an amazing wood and glass elevator that you can take up to a romantic roof deck. It's location is convenient to all the main cites in Rome including the Vatican, the Borghese […] and the Ruins. And if you aren't up to walking, there is a metro station and taxi stand very close by. Of course, the staff was always happy to call a cab for you as well. I stayed at one of the less expensive rooms in the annex across the street and found it to be clean and comfortable, if not overly spacious. Although they offer free internet access my room did not have a desk which made using a computer precarious at best. The bathroom was lovely with a large, clean tub perfect for soaking in after a long day of sight seeing. However, the mattress was not as comfortable as I would have hoped for. A buffet breakfast was included with the room at the bar in the main hotel building. The spread consisted of bread, pastries, cold cuts and a few other things. They put out champagne and juice as well, but it was always a little too early for me to indulge. And of course, there was coffee and tea as well. Breakfast was served from 7-11, which are very generous hours. At night, the bar had a hip, loungey feel to it with nice (though ruinously expensive) cocktails. All in all, I think I got exceptional value at the Locarno and hope to stay there again sometime. Read more
"ROME"
Awesome
"Great location - though that is it."
Location is great. Furnishings in the room - including the mattress - are old. Staff is not the friendliest. They have a nice breakfast and a nice bar. The bar is fairly noisy at night.
I traveled to Rome with my family and found this hotel to be quite charming. We were upgraded from two triple rooms to the family suite which was the size of a small apartment. Wish we had been staying longer than two nights. The location was great, within walking distance to the Trevi fountain and Spanish Steps and to a wonderful shopping district. […] We took cabs to other areas. I would recommend this hotel. Read more
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"Hidden Gem"
Older hotel, 100 yards from Polopo Square, and EXCELLENT, classy shopping district, if you like spending money. Many great restaurants very close by. Extremely friendly staff, who could not do enough for us. Our room, in annex across street from main hotel, was a little drab, but for a few nights it was a good value. Price was 25% of that of fancy hotels […] just down the street. We had a room with window that really opened onto quiet street below. (How many hotels have real opening windows these days?). 400 yards down the street was a stop for the 100OPEN Hop-On Hop-Off (HO-HO) bus, so historic sights were very accessable. This hotel was recommended by Italian Consul-General in Toronto, and I would DEFINITELY stay here again. Thanks Gianni. Read more
"Great location"
As a female traveling alone in Rome I felt very comfortable here. The hotel is near everything I wanted to see during my stay. I walked everywhere. The rooms were in a vintage art deco style, which was nice, but they were a little warm. If you want modern this isn't the place for you. The elevator is really awesome! The internet was spotty, but worked […] well when it worked. The staff was very kind and spoke english. For the price, the location couldn't be beat. The food and drinks at the bar were very expensive, my coke at the bar was 4 times the cost of the ones in the minibar of my room. Overall it was a great bargan, and very safe to walk from while seeing the sights. Read more
"Locarno, great accommodation, great location"
A beautiful hotel, conveniently located, lovely breakfast room. Very friendly and helpful staff, Within walking distance of the Spanish Steps, Piaza Navona, the Fontana de Trevi, the Pantheon, Piazza del Popolo. The staff recommends great restaurants that are not tourist traps, as well as the best ways to see the Vatican, the Galleria Borghese, the […] Roman Forum. We have stayed there every time we go to ROme, and have never been disappointed. Read more
"Hotel Locarno in Rome, Italy"
Air Conditioning didn't work in the middle of 100+ degree weather with extremely high humidity. I could not sleep and the curtains didn't close entirely. Cleanliness was acceptable, hotel staff was very nice, breakfast buffet was great with courtyard seating, service at breakfast was wonderful, location is convenient to sights and Metro. Overall it […] was ok. I wouldn't recommend it if AC was needed, otherwise during mild climate it would be nice. Read more
"Charming hotel in a great location"
Our experience was very positive. The breakfast was very good. My husband and I would definitely recommend to family and friends. We stayed in their annex across the street because of it's lower rate
"Beautiful Hotel"
Our family of four (parents with 2 kids) really enjoyed the Hotel Locarno, despite the fact that the air conditioning did not work. The hotel offers an old style classic attractiveness with comfortable eating, lounge and patio areas. The breakfast is tremendous and the restaurant offers more lunch and dinner variety than around town(we got sick of […] pasta and pizza offered everywhere else). It's in a great location and the staff is friendly, helpful, and on the ball. We returned there before departing Rome and would not hesitate to recommend it. Read more
"Unik Art Deco hotel"
My wife and I stayed at this authentic Art deco hotel for a weekend trip in Rome. The style and interior sets this hotel apart from the many hotels in this area and it’s the perfect setting for experiencing the ancient Rome. The hotel is located very close to most of the main attractions in Rome, but still hidden away from the touristic area. Especially […] their garden restaurant/bar was fantastic and well visited in the evening by the locale Romans and excellent for a night drink after a long day walking the streets of Rome. The garden was also used for the very nice breakfast buffet. The staff was very friendly and very service minded. The close surroundings are packed with very good small family owned restaurants. We will defiantly stay at this hotel again the next time we go to Rome. Read more
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"Excellent base!"
If you want a convienient hotel to stay when you're in Rome this is a very good choice. Staff were very nice and helpful. Our room wasn't big but clean and tidy with a small shower. Breakfast was adequate and filled us to set off on our adventures. Recommend totally!
"Good location in Rome"
An Italian hotel with a great service and location. They need to upgrade the bathrooms though cause our shower was not working properly, it was dirty in the bathroom when we came and they had problems with the airconditioner. It felt like a 2-3 star hotel and I would not stay there again.
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"Hotel Locarno Rome"
I arrived and was given a pokey room with a shower and no view when I had booked this hotel after much research to find the perfect stay for my first visit to Rome. I thought it had great views,spacious with high ceilings and large spotless bathrooms so you can imagine my disappointment. After asking to change my room for one with at least a bath I […] was told it would be an extra 50euros a night,I agreed as my room was an important part of my visit but subsequently my budget for tours,meals etc took a big turn for the worse and I spent the whole 3 days worried that my money would run out,very stressful and frankly really not worth the hassle. I would not stay there again as I would just not be confident that I would get what I paid for. What a shame. Read more
Close to everything but tiny rooms, uncomfortable bed and fungus growing all over tiles in bathroom and up wall probably due to the exhaust fan no longer working.
"I wouldn't waste my time or money"
This was one of my worst hotel stays ever. The staff (other than the restaurant) were unfriendly and totally unhelpful. Although they advertise a concierge none was available for the duration of our stay. The room was little more than a cubicle fitting in twin beds, with a tiny, cramped bathroom and a shower instead of the advertised bath tub. On […] the day of arrival, the airconditioner in our room was not working. We brought it to the attention of the front desk who advised that the system was broken throughout the hotel and they were waiting for a part to repair it (nice of them to let us know when we checked in). After five days in 34 degree celsius heat, there was still no airconditioning in our room. I enquired on checkout when it would be fixed and was advised that had been fixed three days earlier? Compared to the stunning NH Porta Rossa Hotel that we stayed at in Florence (more like 5 stars as opposed to the 4 it boasts), Hotel Locarno rates a 1 out of 5. Would not recommend this hotel even as a very last option. Read more
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