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Hotel Ponte Sisto vs Babuino 181

Both Hotel Ponte Sisto and Babuino 181 are praised by experts. Overall, Babuino 181 ranks significantly better than Hotel Ponte Sisto. Babuino 181 scores 88 with recommendations from 10 publications including Travel + Leisure, BlackBook and Frommer's.

Hotel Ponte Sisto
Hotel Ponte Sisto
7 / 10
Via dei Pettinari 64, 00186 Rome
From $88 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Occupying prime real estate, this restored Renaissance palazzo... is one of Rome's choice small inns." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"With one of the prettiest patio-courtyards in Rome (Europe?), this hotel—a gorgeously renovated palazzo—offers its own blissful definition of Pax Romana." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A converted monastic complex, the hotel is modern in feel, with abundant terraces and a lovely cloister with restaurant and bar."
Time Out Time Out
"The buzzy campo dé Fiori and Trastevere neighbourhoods, equidistant from the hotel, are a short stroll away." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"In spite of its popularity with groups, the hotel boasts an off-the-beaten-path locale that is delightful." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Hotel Ponte Sisto’s location, smack in the heart of historic Rome, is just one reason to book a stay." Full review
Babuino 181
Babuino 181
8 / 10
Via del Babuino 181, 00187 Rome
From $226 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Multilingual
  • Dry Cleaning
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Decorated with contemporary Italian flair, the accommodation is stylishly comfortable and includes breakfast and concierge service."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Sepia-toned photographic murals of iconic Roman monuments set the tone." Full review
Star Service 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." Full review
BlackBook 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."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Split between two buildings, the 24-room Babuino 181 is an upscale boutique ideal for the discerning traveler." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This stylish hotel with spacious, loftlike accommodations offers top-notch amenities, ultimate privacy, and personalized service."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"The chic, pied-a-terre vibe of Babuino 181 is key to its top ranking as one of Rome’s best and most discreet hideaways." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Appealing especially well to business travelers, and young families, plus anyone wanting a no-fuss, comfortable stay in Rome." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Sleek, contemporary hotel, with relatively spacious rooms and apartment-size suites outfitted with Frette linens, iPod docks, and Nespresso machines. Bathrooms are heavy on the marble and mosaics." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A beautifully renovated old palazzo, Babuino offers discreet luxury, with great attention to detail, a sleek roof terrace and modern, chic rooms." Full review
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