Babuino 181 vs Grand Hotel Plaza
Both hotels are recommended by experts. Overall, Babuino 181 scores significantly better than Grand Hotel Plaza. Babuino 181 scores 88 with approval from 10 reviewers like Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Babuino 181
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Via del Babuino 181, 00187 Rome
From $226 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Dry Cleaning
Rough Guide
"Decorated with contemporary Italian flair, the accommodation is stylishly comfortable and includes breakfast and concierge service."
Travel + Leisure
"Sepia-toned photographic murals of iconic Roman monuments set the tone."
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Star Service
"Located two blocks south of the charismatic Hotel de Russie, Rome's high priestess of hip hospitality, this engaging B&B has a sweet little swagger of its own."
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BlackBook
"Babuino 181, situated in a remarkable nineteenth-century palazzo, now boasts sophisticated, up-to-date Italian designs and those special amenities that make living life easier."
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Upscale
"Split between two buildings, the 24-room Babuino 181 is an upscale boutique ideal for the discerning traveler."
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Grand Hotel Plaza
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Via Del Corso 126, 00186 Rome
From $301 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide
Star
"One of Rome’s most sumptuous hotels."
Michelin Guide
"This hotel boasts huge, stunning, late-19C lounges decorated in Art Nouveaustyle."
Frommer's
"This grand old favorite is experiencing a renaissance... when you see the very grand decor, you'll understand why."
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Star Service
"This property offers all the frescoes, chandeliers and baronial hallways of the Excelsior, but with enough dings and dents to depress the rates."
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Light sleepers should be sure to request interior units, which overlook a quiet courtyard.
Jetsetter
"A luxe, five-star hotel, boasting refined interiors and plenty of charm, with breakfast and a welcome drink."
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