
Rome, being the capital of Italy and Lazio region, is the largest city in the country and one of the most visited places in the world. Legendary "eternal city" is located on the 7 hills at both sides of Tiber River not far from the Mediterranean Sea. Placed within the limits of Rome's territory, city-state Vatican is the world center of Catholicism. It is nearly impossible to guess, what you will remember the most in this breathtaking city - arrogant luxury of Vatican, crazy speed of Italian cars, everlasting Forum, huge amount of cats in Coliseum trying to cross the road, or the bill for a single cup of espresso - let's say it will depend on the Rome hotel you book, but still, eternal magic of the Rome is in the combination of the ancient and the modern. Empires were thriving and going down, old gods were replaced by new ones, Rome, however, remains Rome.
Rome is the city of the vivid and unforgettable images: the dawn view from the highest hill of Rome - Janicul, the pillars and debris of Rome Forum's temples, the dome of St.Peter Cathedral - all this will be embedded deeply in your memories. The views of the Rome are not the only charming traits - the Rome is also the city of sounds commencing in the morning from bells of churches to a variety of city symphony all day long. At 10 am the city is already crowded with tourists making their path from the Renaissance castles and Baroque buildings to the ruins of antique Rome. It is true that you will have a mere impression that population of the city is clearly divided into 2: locals and visitors. During summer season infinite number of tourists with their guides and cameras will give you impression of the main population while real locals are rather rare and occasional "guests". Anyway, Rome is open wide to everybody welcoming the guests in its unique way. Needless to say, the tourism infrastructure is greatly developed there with the vast number of affordable accommodations in Rome and hotels of all types. Almost all hotels in Rome, including cheap and budget hotels in Rome, are of good quality and provide service of high standard. After review of the many types of hotels in Rome, one can easily find cheap hotels in Rome in Italy as well as expensive luxury hotels in Rome. Tourists are also welcomed to hostels in Rome located by the sea. But remember to book chaepest hotels in Rome at least a couple of days in advance if you're arriving in Rome during high season.
After visiting the countless number of cultural places, art galleries and museums, having a walk in the debris of Coliseum, experiencing the reverent fear in front of the Pantheon, taking a look at St.Peter's Basilica and throwing a coin into Trevi fountain, you, finally, may take a break and delight plunge into the atmosphere of the Rome evening. From your sidewalk cafe you may observe the transition of the daytime Rome into another, night Rome, where restaurants and cafes are becoming more glow, especially those in ancient squares or along the narrow valleys in Trastevere district. So take care beforehand that your Rome hotel is located in the right, "exactly what you need" place, so that after your dinner you may stroll down the fountains or Navon square, enjoying the fascination of the Rome night.