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September 16, 2008

Affordable Rome Bed and Breakfasts near the Pantheon

When in Rome… Pantheon Accommodation (Bed & Breakfasts)

The Pantheon in Rome is one of the most astonishing architectureal feats to ever have been produced by human beings anywhere in the world. It is, among others, the oldest famous building in the world with its original roof still intact. It is also one of the most beautiful and cozy spots in Rome, which is not easy in a city that has the Vatican, the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps as its attractions. The area around the Pantheon is one of the oldest and most picturesque of Rome, with lots of eateries and wineries in a quarter made up of small, intimate squares and narrow winding streets.

All Rome Hotels and B&B’s

Since there is no category system for B&B’s in Italy, the bed and breakfasts are mentioned in alphabetical order. The rates are the average rates throughout the year for double rooms. There is another page for luxury hotels near the Pantheon.

 

BED AND BREAKFAST AL PANTHEON CON THOMAS MANN

Address: Via del Pantheon 57 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 5

Category: B&B
Average Price Double:
116 EUROS
Bed and Breakfast room

Bed and Breakfast room

The Bed&Breakfast Al Pantheon con Thomas Mann is located in one of Rome’s most prestigious areas, in the Via del Pantheon. Many of Rome’s famous monuments are just a short walk from the B&B, which is located on the 2nd floor of a 16th century building (where the German writer Thomas Mann used to live). At the moment of writing (September 2008) a lift is being installed. Bed and Breakfast info              
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BED AND BREAKFAST BALDASSINI

Via delle Coppelle 37 int. 2 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 3

Category: B&B
Average Price Double: 
154 EUROS
Bed and Breakfast Baldassini

Baldassini B&B

The Baldassini B&B features comfortable rooms, all equipped with private bathroom and air conditioning. There is internet access and newspapers are provided. The rooms of the Baldassini Bed and Breakfast are spacious, which is very rare in the central area near the Pantheon it is located in. More about Baldassini B&B       
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BED AND BREAKFAST BEST (PANTHEON)

Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 21 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 4

Category:B&B
Average Price Double:
156 EUROS
Best B&B Pantheon

Best B&B Pantheon

The Best (Pantheon) Bed & Breakfast is located in the historic centre of Rome, on Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, within walking distance of the Pantheon and Piazza Navona and with easy bus connections to both the central station Roma Termini and the Vatican. This strictly non-smoking B&B is decorated in a uniquely modern style and ever room has its own computer with internet connection. More About B&B Best
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BED AND BREAKFAST PANTHEON VIEW

Address: Via del Seminario 87 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 4 

Category: B&B
Average Price Double:
156 EUROS
B&B Room terrace

B&B Room terrace

The Pantheon View B&B, situated right next to the monument of the same name, offers double rooms and a suite sleeping up to 5 people. The rooms all have private bathrooms, colour TV, heating and either a private balcony or a window with side views of the the Pantheon. The Pantheon View is completely non-smoking. More about Pantheon View
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September 14, 2008

Rome accommodation in hotels near the Pantheon

When in Rome… Pantheon Accommodation (Hotels)

The Pantheon in Rome is one of the most astonishing architectureal feats to ever have been produced by human beings anywhere in the world. It is, among others, the oldest famous building in the world with its original roof still intact. It is also one of the most beautiful and cozy spots in Rome, which is not easy in a city that has the Vatican, the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps as its attractions. The area around the Pantheon is one of the oldest and most picturesque of Rome, with lots of eateries and wineries in a quarter made up of small, intimate squares and narrow winding streets.

All Rome Hotels 

The hotels are listed in order of star rating: the 5 star luxury hotels near the Pantheon first, then the four star hotels, etc. For smaller hotels and bed and breakfasts near the Pantheon there is a different page. The rates are the average rates throughout the year for double rooms. 

GRAND HOTEL DE LA MINERVE

Address: Pza. della Minerva 69 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 134

Category: *****L Hotel
Average Price Double:
367 EUROS
Grand Hotel at Night

Hotel at Night

A deluxe property housed at 50m from the Pantheon and a mere 200m from Piazza Navona. The hotel, situated in an imposing 17th century building was completely renovated in 1990. Grand Hotel de la Minerve offers its guests a roof garden, a piano bar with live music evey evening and a gym. All of the 134 rooms are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms with bathtub. Grand Hotel Minerve info              
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HOTEL PANTHEON

Address: Via de’ Pastini 131 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 13

Category: **** Hotel
Average Price Double:
321 EUROS
Hotel Pantheon Suite

Hotel Pantheon Suite

Hotel Pantheon is housed in an elegant eighteenth-century building in Rome, a short walk from Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona. The floors are made of terracotta and the ceilings of the Hotel Pantheon are wood-beamed. The impeccable service of the hotel includes reservations for guided tours, exhibitions and shows. The small, cozy bar allows you to relax after a day of sightseeing in Rome. More about Hotel Pantheon        
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HOTEL SOLE AL PANTHEON

Address: Piazza della Rotonda 63 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 31

Category: ****
Average Price Double:
278 EUROS
Hotel Sole Double Superior

Hotel Sole Double Superior

The Sole al Pantheon hotel is one of Rome’s oldest hotels, almost a tourist attraction in itself. The intimate size and central location of the Hotel Sole makes it a perfect choice for those travellers who like a quiet and restful night after a day of chaos in Rome. The efficiency and hospitality of the hotel staff are impeccable. The interior garden opens into an intimate breakfast room. Hotel Sole Al Pantheon info
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HOTEL NAZIONALE

Address: Piazza Montecitorio 131 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 92 

Category: **** Hotel
Average Price Double:
361 EUROS
Hotel Nazionale Front View

Hotel Nazionale Front View

The 92 room hotel Montecitorio has single and double standard rooms, as well as double deluxe, double executive rooms and suites overlooking the Piazza Montecitorio, near the Pantheon and the Spanish Steps. All rooms are air-conditioned and contain private bathroom, safe, hairdryer, mini bar, satellite TV, pay TV, direct dial telephone, heating and Internet connection.  More about Hotel Nazionale
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HOTEL ADRIANO

Address: Via di Pallacorda 2 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 

Category: *** Hotel
Average Price Double:
337 EUROS
Rome Hotel Adriano Double

Rome Hotel Adriano Double

The Hotel Adriano is housed in a historic building that dates back to the 15th century. The property is fully air-conditioned and also has a garden. The front desk, with friendly, multilingual staff, is open 24/7 and provides free city maps and tourist information brochures. There is a garage, a bar, a luggage room and a reading room. Pets are accepted. Babysitters are available. More about Hotel Adriano
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HOTEL ABRUZZI

Address: Piazza della Rotonda 69 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona  

Category: ***Hotel
Average Price Double:
254 EUROS
Hotel Abruzzi in Rome

Hotel Abruzzi in Rome

The hotel Abruzzi is situated in the heart of the heart of Rome on Piazza della Rotonda, which implies that you will have a view of the Pantheon from the hotel window. The hotel Abruzzi was fully refurbished in 2004. The guest rooms are equipped with all modern facilities and reception is open 24 hours per day. It is probably impossible to find a hotel in Rome in a more central location. More about Hotel Abruzzi
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HOTEL CESARI

Address: Via di Pietra 89/A - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 47

Category: ***Hotel
Average Price Double:
264 EUROS
Hotel Cesari double

Hotel Cesari double

The Cesàri Hotel is a magnificent albergo situated in a quiet street in the artistic and historical centre of Rome, between the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. A pleasant walk will take you to most of Rome’s tourist sights as well as to the prestigious Via Condotti shopping street.
The hotel rooms are elegantly furnished, and hold up to four people. Each room has individually controlled air-conditioning.
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HOTEL DEL SENATO

Address: Pza. della Rotonda 73 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 56

Category: ***Hotel
Average Price Double:
310 EUROS
Suite Hotel Del Senato

Suite Hotel Del Senato

A beautiful hotel in one of the most exclusive locations imaginable: on Piazza della Rotonda in Rome, with a view of the Pantheon. The hotel features a roof terrace (open May-October) with a panoramic view over Rome. Staff is welcoming and professional and the soundproofed rooms as well as the hotel suites are elegantly furnished.  Hotel Del Senato Info
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HOTEL SANTA CHIARA

Address: Via Santa Chiara 21 - City: Rome, Italy – Area: Navona – Rooms: 98

Category: ***Hotel
Average Price Double:
282 EUROS
Hotel Santa Chiara Suite

Hotel Santa Chiara Suite

Hotel Santa Chiara, located in the heart of Rome, facies Piazza della Minerva and is only a short walk from Rome’s major attractions.
The 19th century building features a bar, a lounge area and a breakfast room. Staff is always available to help the hotel guests with bookings for airport transfers, restaurants, museums an guided tours of Rome.
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September 4, 2008

Verona nightspots – drinking and dancing

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When in Verona…. Nightlife

Earlier this year (2008), the Guardian wrote a travel article about the city of Verona, after Venice the most beautiful and romantic city in the region of Veneto, in Northern Italy. Since I am sure the Guardian is much more venerable and knowledgeable than I am, I humbly follow their advice as to what are the most important Verona tourist attractions, restaurants and night life spots. 

Night spots – drinking and dancing

Dance clubs tend to be outside the center, where there is more parking space, but there are many bars and lounge-style places with deejays and/or live music. Below  a list of more and less trendy places to visit:

Osteria Verona (Piazza dell Erbe) – for the local apertivo “spritz al aperol”
Square – with a dance club in the basement
Casa Mazzanti (Piazza delle Erbe) – sip an espresso on the ground floor of a grand Renaissance palace decorated with pastel frescoes.
Bottega del Vino (Via Scudo di Francia 3; 00 39 045 800 4535) – one of Italy’s most extensive wine collections
Sottoriva 23 (Sottoriva 23) – free buffet with early evening drinks
Viaroma 33 (Via Roma 33) – lounge bar
Cantina dell’Arena (Piazzetta Scalette Rubiani) – live jazz
Studio 90 (Vicolo del Guasto 90) – bar and (downstairs) dance space
Bloom Cafe (Piazza delle Erbe)

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Verona Restaurants

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When in Verona… Restaurants

Earlier this year (2008), the Guardian wrote a travel article about the city of Verona, after Venice the most beautiful and romantic city in the region of Veneto, in Northern Italy. Since I am sure the Guardian is much more venerable and knowledgeable than I am, I humbly follow their advice as to what are the most important Verona tourist attractions, restaurants and night life spots.  

Night spots – eating

Verona is in a mountain area and its citizens accordingly believe in eating well, so be prepared for big portions. A lunch menu will generally set you back between 12 and 15 Euros, but it will be worth it since it will easily keep you going until dinner.

Osteria del Duca – (Via Arche Scaligere 2; 00 39 045 594 474) – for a romantic meal next door to Romeo’s palazzo
Osteria Vecchia Fontanina – (Piazzetta Chiavica 5; 00 39 045 595 159)
Osteria al Carro Armato – (Vicolo Gatto 2; 00 39 045 803 0175) – locals and tourists fraternize around wooden communal tables
Il Desco – (Via dietro di San Sebastiano 7; 00 39 045 595 358), two Michelin stars, seven-course tasting menu 125 Euros.
Al Cristo – (Piazzetta Pescheria 6; 00 39 045 594 287, €50), designer decor with fusion cuisine

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Shopping in Verona

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When in Verona…. Shopping

Earlier this year (2008), the Guardian wrote a travel article about the city of Verona, after Venice the most beautiful and romantic city in the region of Veneto, in Northern Italy. Since I am sure the Guardian is much more venerable and knowledgeable than I am, I humbly follow their advice as to what are the most important Verona tourist attractions, restaurants and night life spots.    

Shopping in Verona

Clothes

Verona’s main shopping street is its pedestrian high street, Via Mazzini, with shops and boutiques ranging vrom the very cheapest to the most explusive designer labels.  One of the most interesting shops on the Via Mazzini is the Fiorucci store Love Therapy (Via Mazzini 4). The tiny boutique Cecile (Via Salvatore Corte Reggia 9), stocks vintage vintage Prada, Cavalli and Valentino, and on Corso Santa Anastasia 36 Fatto a Mano (translated Done by Hand) features young Italian designers working in Thai silks.

Food

The Salumeria Albertini (Corso Santa Anastasia 41), perfect for dried porcini, handmade tortellini and an outstanding selection of the region’s wine – take back a potent amarone produced by the Allegrini family.

Other

Large numbers of expensive boutiques testify to the fact that Verona is one of Italy’s most important jewelery centres.

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September 2, 2008

Verona, Italy: Getting There

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When in Verona… Getting There

Flying to Verona

The only RyanAir budget flight to Verona flies from London Stansted. The Verona Brescia airport lies about 30 miles from the city of Verona itself. There are two RyanAir flights from Germany (Bremen and Frankfurt Hahn) to the Verona Airport itself.

Transavia Airline flies from Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Verona.

From Germany Germanwings flies from Cologne, Berlin Schoenefeld and Munich.

Verona Airport Codes

The code for the Verona Brescia Airport is VBS; the code for the Verona airport is VRN.

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September 1, 2008

Verona Hotels: Affordable 2 Star Accommodation

Two star hotels in Verona, in the center and also outside of town.

Verona is a provincial capital in Veneto, in Northern Italy, one of the country’s richest areas where everything is more expensive than in, for instance, Rome. Of course this is also true for the hotels and bed and breakfasts in Verona. Some of the hotels mentioned below are situated in the heart of Verona, near the Arena, near Romeo’s Juliet’s balcony and the pedestrian area and shopping district of the city,  some are located near Verona’s central Porta Nuova station and yet others can be found in the suburbs of and even the hills around Verona. The rates mentioned are averages, taken over the course of a year. Especially during the opera season (July and August) the hotel rates tend to be higher of course.

In case you don’t feel like reading the information about the accommodation, we recommend that you take a look at this list of all hotels in Verona that have availability during the period you are interested in.

Hotel Armando (Average price double: 142 Euros)

Address: Via Dietro Pallone 1 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Center, Old Town – Category: 2-Sterren Hotel

Hotel Armando Double

Hotel Armando Double

The Hotel Armando lies in the heart of the historical center of Verona, a 5 minute walk from the famous Arena where every summer since 1913 the opera season has been taking place. Several other culturally interesting tourist attractions (like Romeo’s Juliet’s balcony) are also situated nearby. There is a lift and wireless internet for the hotel guests. The silence that reigns supreme in Verona’s center is a guarantee for a good night’s rest. More about Hotel Armando

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Hotel Al Castello (Rooms: 8; Average price double room: 152 Euros)

Address: Vicolo Brusco 4 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Center, Old Town – Category: **Hotel

Hotel Al Castello

Hotel Al Castello

Hotel Al Castello: A fairytale house on the outside, a hotel with everything you need on the inside: airco, private bathroom, telephone and color tv). Add to this the hotel’s central position: Al Castello is situated on the 1s floor of a historical building in downtown Verona, a stone’s throw from the city’s most famous tourist attractions, which makes it the ideal solution for affordable yet pleasant budget accommodation in Verona. More about Hotel Al Castello

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Hotel Scalzi (Average price double room: 144 Euros)

Address: Via Carmelitani Scalzi 5 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Citadella, Porta Nuova – Category: 2 Star Hotel

Kamer Hotel Scalzi

Kamer Hotel Scalzi

Hotel Scalzi can be found in a central location, near Verona’s central station, near Castelvecchio and only a short walk from the most well-known sights of the city. The rooms of this charming, recently renovated Hotel, boast  air-conditioning, colour television, hair-dryer and telephone. The Hotel Scalzi has guest rooms both with and without private facilities. More about Hotel Scalzi

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Hotel Trieste (Rooms: 31 – Average price double room: 147 Euros)

Address: Corso Porta Nuova 57 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Citadella, Porta Nuova – Category: Hotel 2 Stars

Kamer Hotel Trieste

Kamer Hotel Trieste

Hotel Trieste is located in the centre of Verona, between he main station Porta Nuova and the famous Arena. Its position, and the availability of private parking, make the Trieste Hotel an excellent choice for business travelers and tourists alike. The 31 room hotel also has a cozy wine bar. The rooms themselves are equipped with all modern facilities, like air conditioning, mini bar, a small safe and, of course, a private bathroom. More about Hotel Trieste

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Hotel Fontana (Rooms: 10; Average price double room: 99 Euros)

Address: Via Goffredo Mameli 148 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Borgo Trento (Arsenale) – Category: Hotel**

Verona Hotel Fontana

Verona Hotel Fontana

Hotel Fontana lies a 15 minute walk fron the Arena and the center of Verona. The hotel, which also boasts a restaurant and a bar, has its own parking lot. The 10 rooms of the Hotel Fontana all have private bathroom, air conditioning, telephone and color tv. Baby cots are supplied on request. Some of the rooms are equipped for the handicapped. Pets are allowed. Hotel Fontana information

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Euromotel Croce Bianca (Rooms: 65 Average price double room: 79 Euros)

Address: Via Bresciana 2 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Borgo Milano – Stadium – Category: Motel

Euromotel Croce Bianca

Euromotel Croce Bianca

The Euromotel Croce Bianca is situated at a short distance of 3km from the old city walls of Verona and the magnificent church of Saint Zeno. There is a bus stop right outside the hotel doors, which enables the hotel guests to reach downtown Verona in no more than a couple of minutes. The hotel consists of 65 soundproof rooms, all equipped with private bathrooms and air conditioning. There is a free internet point in the lobby and staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. Euromotel Croce Bianca info

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Hotel Elena (Average price double room: 73 Euros)

Address: Via Mastin della Scala 9 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Verona Sud, highway – Category: Hotel**

Receptie Hotel Elena

Reception Hotel Elena

The Hotel Elena is a quiet hotel not too far from the “Verona Sud” entrance to the highway and the Borgo Roma Hospital. Tourists will find it easy to visit both Verona’s historical center as the main railway station Porta Nuova by means of public transport. More about Hotel Elena

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Hotel Valpantena (Rooms: 26 – Average price double room: 79 Euros

Address: Via Valpantena 61/B – City: Quinto di Valpantena, Italie – area: suburb Verona – Category: **Hotel

Hotel Valpantena Terrace

Hotel Valpantena Verona is a perfect hotel for lovers of nature. From the hotel you can visit the Lessini mountains and also visit the city of Verona through a 30 minute bicycle ride. The 26 room sof the Valapantena Hotel all have private bathrooms as well as telephones and color tvs. More about Valpantena Hotel

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