Travellers Reviews
Submitted by William Miers, Edison, United States
Everyone was helpful and very kind. The Hotel Alimandi was our last stop in our trip through Italy. We truly saved the best for last. I can't find words to express how nice everyone was to us. The breakfasts on the terrace were excellent as was the entire staff. Bravissimo!
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I don't know how to describe how incredibly nice and helpful everyone was all of the time. If I had to guess, I would say it is a family run hotel because there is no hint of a corporate attitude.
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Well worth it.
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Submitted by Michael Butorac, Villa Rica, United States
Although we arrived at an odd time the hotel
employee came to the airport to pick us up
within 45 minutes. Very nice of them. Even
though we paid it was worth it. Saved time and
hassle.
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We liked the hotel because it was only steps
away from the real Rome. Not the tourist area.
There are great bakeries and local restaurants
and markets in the vicinity. All the hotel
personal are family and they are
exceptional.However if you want the lap of
luxury this hotel is not for you. On the other
hand, this is Roma at her best.
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They were prepared and our driver was ready to
go to the airport. Hated to leave. We will
return.
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The breakfast was better than I expected.
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Small room but clean, very cozy,very nice
modern bathroom,priced right and across the
street from the vatican. In walking distance
to all areas.
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Submitted by Raul Estrada, Hialeah, United States
Word for word the following is the review I posted on Trip Advisor.
A'alimandi - Well worth the price'
I chose this hotel for a one day stay following a Mediterranean Cruise based on Trip Advisor reviews. As some other folks have pointed out, there are 2 Hotel Alimandi, both are owned by the same family and within one block of each other. This one is the lesser rated of the two, but form my perspecitve I have nothing but good things to say. We arrived early and left our bags in the lobby while my wife and I went to stroll through the Vatican. When we returned in the afternoon to check in, we found the room to be spotless and a very large size bathroom with all the amenities one could want. One of the best things about the area is that it's away from the center of Rome and extremely quiet so you won't be bothered with some of the street noise as is reported for some of the other hotels. The staff was most friendly as was most of the people we met in Italy. On Sunday we slept in a bit and were going to go out for some coffee and the lady at the front desk called upstairs to see if there was still anything left from the breakfast and sure enough told us to go upstairs where we were met by Francesco who took care of us with a great big smile.
Definitely a place to stay.
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Submitted by Vishwanath Raman, Palo Alto, United States
The location is excellent. We have two little children and found Museo Vaticano being within walking distance a boon. The breakfast was very good and the staff very helpful.
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A good hotel that is very well located with the most friendly and helpful staff.
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Submitted by rosanna daniels, Kenner, United States
owners were very gracious and helpful with recommendations abour restauarnts, tours, etc.
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only negative was size of bath. tub was size of a sink. other than that, it was great
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very casual and friendly atmosphere.. not stuffy or cold. go there if you have a gregarious nature and are looking for a fun experience
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Submitted by Kevin Norrett, San Rafael, United States
This hotel has a free shuttle from the Rome airport and this is a definite benefit. The driver was very nice as well as the whole hotel staff.
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This hotel is a tremendously good bargain and I would recommend anyone travelling to Rome to stay at this hotel.
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This hotel also offers a 5% discount for paying cash. This was an added benefit that made our stay even more of a value.
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Internet access is simple and easy to get. Breakfast is on a wide open rooftop terrance and quite good.
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Excellent value, friendly staff, great location: next to Vatican.
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Submitted by Patricia Kochert, Louisville, United States
The staff @ the hotel were excellent and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay and will stay there again if we are in Rome. I will recommend the Hotel to all my friends
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Excellent, convenient, clean, breakfast outstanding, location great
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Submitted by Dave Nelson, Houston, United States
The staff were very nice and helpful.
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We loved the breakfast.
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Great location, friendly staff, nice rooms - a great time in Rome!
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Submitted by Peter Ermish, Southlake, Texas, 76092, United States
This was by far the most pleasant hotel stay
we ever had in Italy. This family run hotel
really does care about its guests. In numerous ways they tried to give us personalized service which, for the price, is a truly great value. The location is great, the care and attention to the guest
is fantastic.
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Submitted by Dan Mayer, Niskayuna, New York, United States
The staff were extremely polite and helpful when we arrived. The lobby was clean, modern and comfortable and the ambiance was very pleasant.
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We expected a much more plain hotel and were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and the comfort of the rooms. They were cheerful and well appointed, exceeding expectations.
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The hotel arranged for us to be taken to the airport for a very modest fee, which was very considerate.
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This is a real jewel in Rome. The hotel is less than one block from the entrance to the Vatican Museum. It is in a very nice neighborhood with many very nice places to eat on very pleasant streets. It is only about three blocks from St. Peter's square, where you can get the tour bus that takes you around Rome, and from which you can get on and off at will.
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Submitted by Robert Williams, Canada
Picked up by one of the owners of the hotel at the airport - very efficient and friendly service and much appreciated after a long plane ride.
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A friendly, efficient, family run operation. The whole staff went out of their way to make our experience interesting and pleasant. They gave excellent recommendations and advice on sites, travel arrangements and restaurants.
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No - it is well done.
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A small, family-run hotel - spotlessly clean, friendly, helpful and efficient. Location excellent (steps from the Vatican museum). We highly recommend the Hotel Alimandi and will stay there again on a return visit to Rome.
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Submitted by Caryn Erzinger, Carlsbad, United States
The free shuttle picked us up at the airport, so our arrival went very smoothly!
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The breakfasts with Francesco were definitely one of the highlights during our stay in Rome. In fact, we all agreed the Alimandi served the best breakfast of the three hotels we stayed in Rome, Florence and Venice
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The Alimandi is a very clean, quaint hotel in a great location, with a friendly and helpful staff, and plentiful breakfasts (excellent cappachinos, courtesy of Francesco)! Staying there feels like your a guest in a friend's home. I would highly recommend it!
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Submitted by Robert Alexander, United States
The hotel was wonderful. We phoned for a shuttle and they were there to pick us up right away. Upon arrival at the hotel, the staff was extremely helpful and friendlly.
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Wonderful in all aspects.
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Called a taxi for us and it was there in 3 minutes.
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The view from the rooftop breakfast room is breathtaking. The buffet breakfast is great, as well.
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The Alimandi rooms are immaculate. The staff is very helpful and friendly.
The location is close to transportation.
The buffet breakfast is a real treat, and it is served in a beautiful serving.
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Submitted by Randall Maestas, Henderson, United States
We were greeted at the reception desk as if we were family. There was seven in our party with plently of luggage. The shuttle service was perfect, from the airport to the hotel.
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I would like to thank everyone associated with our stay at the Alimandi. Please pass our thanks on to our extended family.
Sincerely,
Randall Maestas
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Checking out was a breeze, it took less than five minutes. Were talking three rooms with seven people.
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The web site shows both hotels as the same address. That may need to be clarified. Along with the correct picture of the hotel with the address. Just a thought.
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If you plan on being away from family and needing to stay with access to the Vatican, good resturants, shopping, etc. you must stay at the Alimandi. The breakfast upstairs was the best, just like home.
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Submitted by Marylynn Cain, San Diego, United States
They greeted us promptly and friendly.
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The brunch is quite large and a wonderful assortment. I don't think that was mentioned on the website, and I believe it should be!
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very clean, quiet, very close to the Vatican, very reliable and friendly
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Submitted by Bonnie Selig, Elizabeth. IL 61028, United States
They were very accommodating - we arrived before check-in time and were taken to an area where we could leave our luggage and shown rest room facilities.
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Wonderful place - small, quaint, and quite. I would definitely stay here again, and would recommend it.
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We were able to settle up on our final bill the night before we departed, which made things very easy. Had their free breakfast prior to boarding their free shuttle to the airport.
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This is a small, family run hotel that is definitely worth the money. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. It is not the place for somebody expecting top-of-the-line accommodations (read, EXPENSIVE...) but is an excellent value for the money, and has charm, which is not found in so many of the larger chains.
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Submitted by Graham Reed, Sutton in Ashfield, United Kingdom
Breakfast was very good - thanks especially to Francisco the breakfast chef
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The excellent location
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Quiet , friendly hotel in a great tourist location
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Submitted by Keith Thomas, United Kingdom
We were made to feel very welcome.
Although we arrived before the check-in time, the staff made every effort to get our rooms ready as soon as possible.
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Our stay at The Alimandi was very pleasant.
The hotel was clean comfortable, with friendly and helpful staff.
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Check out was very straightforward.
We had arranged the airport shuttle through the hotel, which arrived promptly at the specified time.
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Clean and comfortable hotel, run by friendly and efficient staff.
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Submitted by paula spencer, Staines, United Kingdom
The room was a bit smaller than I expected as we had booked a triple room. But I am sure that would be the same with any City Break - space is probably a premium - but it was a bit squashed
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Again it is possibly that I am not used to City Break but I thought that €180 per night for such a small room was expensive.
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Very clean and very convenient for the Vatican, the Metro and generally getting around Rome. It was also very quiet (to sleep) considering it was so close to such good amenities.
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Submitted by Nathan Cavanaugh, Seattle, United States
I expected a shuttle service, but I don't know if the error was on my part or their's.
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Everyone was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was wonderful.
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Breakfast is served on the roof in a very nice and relaxing setting, and the breakfast was very good and there were many choices.
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My room was a little on the small side, but not lacking. It was quite and had air conditioning wich was much appreciated. The bed was comfortable and the shower had good water pressure and plenty of hot water.
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Submitted by T Palmer, United Kingdom
Very freindly staff, good breakfast and very close to St Peters Square and Vatican museum.
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Submitted by James Carr
All personnel at this hotel were kind, courteous, and professional.
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The Hotel Alimandi was clean, very attractive, very accomodating, and I would recommend it highly
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Outstanding Breakfasts. Staff very helpful regarding tours, directions, calling cabs, recommending restaurants
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Friendly, clean, attractive, excellent location, excellent hotel
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Submitted by Brent Young
The hotel was fantastic-++++++
Over the last 5 years my parents from Wisconsin have stayed there, my sister and her husband ( S. Dakota) and now us (Colorado). I have four children and the hotel was great. The complimentary buffet breakfast on the rooftop is 5 star- Francesco is a character, makes everyone feel welcome and special, and he makes great cappucinos. It is nice when something exceeds your expectations and this really did!
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It is beautiful, across the street from the Vatican. A friendly driver in a clean shuttle will pick you up and drop you off for free at the airport.
We ate dinner at several sidewalk cafes nearby and had great mahgerita pizza and red wine.
We felt like we were staying with people we could trust.
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Submitted by John Keil Richards
Our arrival at Hotel Alimandi was graceful and efficient. Directions provided pertaining to the location were clear and easy to follow. Upon arrival, we were cordially greeted. Throughout our stay, we realized we have acquired a staff who will remain our personal friends.
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The staff are so helpful in so many ways that we feel they are now lifelong personal friends.
The provided breakfasts exceed any that we have ever experienced in our many travels.
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Checking out was graceful, including the transportation provided by the hotel to the airport.
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The Hotel Alimandi is wonderful. It is centrally located and within walking distance to many of Rome's finest attractions.
We would recommend it without reservation.
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Submitted by Marie Wilson
Very welcoming.
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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. excellent hotel.
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I would recommend it.
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Submitted by Gavin Ray
We arrived and found a parking space right opposite the hotel. We were given full assistance by Mr Alimande to unload our cases and take them into the hotel.
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We enjoyed our stay at this hotel very much and would pay a return visit. The room was very comfortable and spacious for us and our two children. All the staff were extremely helpful particularly Franco who was on duty serving the very good breakfast.
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There were no problems or delays checking our.
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Very comfortable, friendly hotel with a good breakfast. Ideally located for visiting the Vatican.
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Submitted by Mark Spinale
We had reserved a quad room for 4 people, but were given 2 double rooms across the hall from each other for the same agreed upon price. We had to modify our hotel stay because our flights got cancelled because of bad weather in the States, so that may have been the reason our rooms were changed.
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The staff at Hotel Alimandi were extremely helpful and friendly. I would absolutely stay there again. Our breakfast Chef Francesco was the best and so eager to make sure you were happy with breakfast.
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Submitted by liz mchugh
The staff was very helpful with any questions we had about sightseeing at Rome. The chef Francesco was extremely skilled cook and frendly, always smiling and ready to help. He made us feel at home. I also enjoyed meeting Gracia. She was the most informed and inteligent person about history and art of Rome and Vatican and Italy in general.She was also helpful with suggestions and directions to move about Rome.
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I will aways recommend this hotel to friends and stay there if in ROme again.
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Clean, tastefully decorated, friendly English speaking staff, very helpful.
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Submitted by Linda Utt
The breakfast was very high quality and run by a man who prides himself on good food named Francesco.
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Very nice small family run hotel close to the Vatican and in a nice neighborhood. The front desk was always happy to give out directions and helped take the time to make our stay memorable.
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Submitted by Michael Holland
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Clean, friendly and suitable to stay in if you require a 'bed and breakfast' accomodation. Facilites at the hotel are spartan but we spent most of our time sightseeing and did not need to stay in the hotel for any prolonged time.
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Submitted by Carol Stillman
the Alimandi family is very accomodating and helpful.
upon our arrival, the taxi's had gone on strike - so the price was exorbitant to get from the train station to the hotel! [ 60 euros, when it should have been maximum of 15 euros!]
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i would not refer to the rooms as spacious, but it was not cramped.
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primary purpose of visit was to tour the Vatican - we were *literally* across the street - the Alimandi could not have been more convenient!
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the small workout facility is very ample for a short stay.
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great access to the Vatican -
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Submitted by Armonda
friendly and courteous
extremely helpful
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Exceeded expectations
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arranged for taxi promptly
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Excellent location. Very nice hotel with an extremely proffesional staff. Very clean and precise. Would definetely stay again and recommend to friends.
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Submitted by Grant
Van was waiting on us and driver was very friendly and helpful. Manager/Owner of hotel met us at the door and assisted us with check in and suggestions for our visit
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The hotel was teh best part of our visit to Rome.
Everything was perfect from the room to the staff to teh roof top to the close access to the Vatican.
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Staff very helpful and friendly.
Roof top breakfast was fantastic
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Submitted by Touko
The hotel was very clean and nice.
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We were very satisfied with the transpotation to the airport.
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We can recommend the hotel, not too far from the old city center.
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Submitted by Carol
The hotel owner,receptionists,breakfast chef were extremely pleasant and helpful giving us directions and advising us of happenings that enhanced our Rome experience. All eight members of our party remarked that our hotel was perfect. Our accomodations and the location good and the hotel staff were charming. We will highly recommend this hotel to everyone.
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Warm, convenient, helpful ,comfortable, safe . Good Value.
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Submitted by David
Great location - right across the street from the entrance to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel. Just a 5 minute walk to the Vatican and St. Peters. The staff is very helpful regarding places to eat and touring. I would recommend highly. Francesco (the breakfast chef) is a delight!
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Submitted by John
Everyone one was very helpful in porviding advice and directions. They also made arrangments for taxi rides as needed. Room were very nice and clean. It is the perfect location to visit the Vatican.
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see above comments
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The excellent common areas with Roman ruins need to be include. Also, the breakfast on the Terrace was very good.
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A very nice hotel with all the amenities, at a great location and all for a reasonable price. The staff could not have been more helpful.
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Submitted by Mary
The air-conditioning was not working as well as we expected but we were not uncomfortable very long.
The Personell were very friendly and helpful, they treated us like. I really liked the Location of the hotel!!
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The Hotel
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Submitted by Carroll
We did not know that there were two Hotel Alimandis, one directly across the street from the Vatican Museum and another where we stayed a 2 minute walk away. It would be helpful if WorldBy let us know this. Paul from the hotel was very helpful with this and walked our luggage to the correct hotel immediately.
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The buffet breakfast served every morning on their roof top garden was superb, much better than we had expected. The rooms were also at a higher level than we had expected for a 3-star hotel. We are even looking into purchasing some of the bathroom amenities they offered.
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The value for the room, amenities and location is substantial.
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The location of the hotel is perfect for not only visits to Vatican city, but also for shopping fashionable boutiques, hopping bus lines to all over the city for more shopping, finding close by ATMs and wandering through interesting neighborhood markets.
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The Hotel Alimandi is very comfortable and friendly. It is filled with wonderful and unexpected little extras such as gleaming marble baths and a grand piano cafe bar! At our request, hotel family owner Katia graciously secured a tour bus to take us to the nearby Italian Designer Outlet for incredible shopping. Best of all, however, was the fantastic breakfast buffet managed by Chef Francesco, who greeted us warmly every morning with his fabulous cappuccino and pasteries!
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Submitted by Merrilee
Even though I was 4 hrs. late the Hotel driver who was at the airport found me and drove me to the hotel.
The people at the front desk were exceedingly helpful.
I found the experience to be most warm and welcoming. I would highly recommend this hotel.
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Warm, friendly and totally helpful.
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Submitted by Pamela
All the staff are excellent. When we checked in the receptionist remembered to tell us that they had made a reservation for us for a Vatican museum tour. We didn't even have to ask. Fantastic!
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Francisco, the breakfast chef, is wonderful. In addition to preparing delicious food, he greets you with a smile, a big hello, and the best capiccino you have ever swallowed!!!
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Not sure if the new breakfast patio is mentioned. Friendly, helpful staff. Staff go out of their way to make your staff perfect.
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Pure Italian charm.
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Submitted by Shellie
I had to inquire about the free tour of Vatican Museum that was included in our online booking (off-season promotion). Later, we found out that we were actually the first ones to 'participate' in this promotion, so it was understandable.
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We were pleasantly surprised when we found out that we were staying in the new 4 star hotel! I had stayed in the 3 star back in April and that was my reason for booking there again this time. The new hotel is great!
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The free tour of Vatican Museum, including the ticket was a bonus! We were really hoping for a tour of St. Peter's Basilica included in the tour. I thought it was stated on the website???
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Fantastic! I will suggest your hotel to everyone who asks.
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Submitted by James
They were extremely accomodating. They held our bags as our rooms were not ready (which we knew would be the case). They told us to go to St. Peter's square as the Pope would be doing his Sunday blessing. We appreciated that as we did not know about it and would have not gone had they not told us.
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The staff was very friendly and helpful. They gave us great directions, and good suggestions. They helped us with anything we needed and provided us with ice, etc. if we needed it. We would recommend this hotel to anyone. WE were extemely pleased.
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They were aware we were leaving early so suggested we check out the night before so we would not be delayed. Very thoughtful of them.
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Nice public areas to relax and lounge in.
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Great location, rooms were very clean and well maintained. Excellent breakfast! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Submitted by Bonnie
Our shuttle was at the airport waiting so
the first question was not applicable;
however I had to answer it in order to send
the survey.
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The hotel was lovely, clean, and the
breakfast was yummy. The restaurant
recommendation was excellent and the advice
to get on the train to Venice earlier rather
than later was wise. I would recommend the
hotel to anyone going to Rome and would
return there again.
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Submitted by Antonio
This is the fifth or sixth time that I have stayed at this hotel and they have always been very courteous, very clean and well organized. Along with the free airport shuttle and convenient location to the Vatican, I don't think the service can be beat.
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Submitted by Carol
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A very nice hotel. Location was excellent (almost on top of the Vatican Musuems)and the breakfast was the best we had on our entire trip. We'd stay there again!
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Submitted by Ken
The hotel is well located 2 blocks from the Vatican. Staff is very helpful with directions, maps, recommendations for restaurants. Room was quiet, beds firm.
Breakfast on roof top terrace is very extensive. Shuttle bus from airport is a bonus, altho it was complicated to catch it.
We had a wonderful stay at the hotel.
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A roof top terrace, with a view of the Vatican was much more than we contemplated.
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Very straight forward. The front desk called a cab for us. No problems at all.
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They need to give better directions to catch the bus at the airport by telling the guest to cross the two streets and look for the 'BUS HOTEL' sign where the guest will be picked up.
Hotel was in phone contact with driver which greatly helped us meet the shuttle.
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Highly recommended facility, very helpful staff, good location, good rooms.
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Submitted by Erin
The airport shuttle service was great!!
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We loved the Hotel Alimandi.
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