Ercoli

( 2 stars , Rome , Italy )

really enjoyed the Ercoli, we had room 3 and it was huge clean and comfortable. Just a short walk to the Termini station so a really good location. Nice little bars and cafes in the immediate vicinity and lots more a short walk away. Rooms may be a little noisy in the city in the summer with the windows open hwoever that being said name me a city in the world (with the exception perhaps of venice) where the rooms would not suffer excessivley with traffic noise, especially when you are in the heart of the city. Some work being done when we stayed but work seemed to be carried out in the hours we were out so no issue really. The hotel looks nice and fresh for it. Nice breakfast, typical euro fayre but nice. Looking for womehwere clean, cheap(ish), friendly, in the city for a couple of days. Well try the Ercoli. If like me you look at a hotel name and then look at Tripadvisor and then think ohhhhh too risky, dont look tripadvisor up for this one. Sure its not the ritz but have you seen the price of the Ritz! Nice place recommended

The hotel is located in an area removed from the regular landmarks however I did not consider this a detraction. Walking or the regular bus service available on the nearby main streets ensured that all areas were within timely reach. The actual area that the hotel in was safe and clean. The local amenities included an excellent cheese shop, several restaurants (the two I tried were reasonable)and a couple of good, although pricey wine bars. The only downside of the hotel was the shower. After two days I had admitted defeat as it fluctuated wildly between the two extremities, on one occasion the water supply simply stopped mid-lather! The showers had been mentioned in previous reviews so I was not expecting Niagara, however it is an area the hotel should quickly address or they will suffer in their repeat business. Hotel staff were fine if you also made the effort, breakfast was the normal expected, no access problems late at night, just that damn shower.

Nice place to stay, central, good breakfast and friendly staff :-)

It is such a clean, warm and welcoming place and is an absolute value for money. Would stay there again.

Our favorite city on the 10 day trip and the home like atmosphere of this hotel was wonderful. We had a group of 6 so it was 3 per room and although the rooms are not huge, they were clean, the owner was a huge help in pointing out a good place to eat (our best meal of the trip) and I would definetly return to stay here. The location was great, we walked to the tourist bus stops easily and there were a few places to eat very close as well. If you are looking to see the city, not hang out in your rooms, this is hotel is a great deal. The elevator (lift) is antique but we had a blast with the whole experience. Pasqully the owner is great and when we return to Rome, we will see him again for sure!! PS. The baths and water pressure gave us no problem at all!!!

The employees do not speak English (not even basic level) and we could not communicate at all with any of them. The towels were not changed from the previous guests, when arriving in the room (we arrived at 15,30 and 10 am is the time when you should live the room - but apparently it was not enough time). Toilet was also not clean, when we arrived. During our stay the room was not cleaned, as we remarked a lot of dust under the bed and on the floor, in general. The shower is not at all comfortable (very little space and difficult to use). The breakfast is poor and even if arriving in time (between 7,30-9,30) it was not sufficient bread/croisants and we had to ask for. Overall the price/quality is not satifactory and I will not stay again there or advise the accomodation at Ercoli, which is not a 2 stars hotel, but a pension.

The Hotel lived up to my best expectations. The room was good and clean. The staff were friendly.

great little hotel. would stay here again

Very nice, clean, comfortable budget hotel. Road outside hotel was a bit noisy at times for a side road. Only issue was coffee at breakfast was often served lukewarm, even after asking for it hotter. Otherwise very good.

The beds are the best feature of this hotel. They are very comfortable. Bring ear plugs for the noise level while sleeping and you will be fine. Breakfast was inconsistant. One morning there was a wonderful choice of items like meats, cheeses, fruits, yogurt, juice, rolls, etc. The next morning, almost nothing. One morning, there was no hot water in the shower (I'm talking ice cold!). This was disappointing considering the price of the room (130 euros). I think you are OK if you shower at non-peak times, like 4:00pm which I did one day (plenty of hot water then!). The Hotel location is just a bit outside most the activity, but very workable. I found the Termini exit the best to use. The walk to the hotel is completely flat this way. You can walk from Barberini, but it is up a slight incline, (OK if you don't have a suitcase). It is about 10-15 minute walk from either exit. Print a Google Map before you leave home and you will have no problem!