Pros

  • Affordable, three-pearl property with frescoes and Roman decor
  • Located by the Villa Borghese and near the Spanish Steps
  • Traditionally elegant rooms with chandeliers, frescoes; some have balconies
  • Charming breakfast room and a lobby bar on-site
  • Nearby parking (for a fee) plus car and bicycle rentals
  • Free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and newspapers
  • 24-hour reception, airport transfers, and currency exchange
  • Luggage storage available
  • Pets allowed for free
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Cons

  • Limited common area space and no on-site restaurant
  • Wi-Fi signal is spotty
  • Food is basic
  • Location is a bit unexciting
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Bottom Line

Adorned in kitschy Roman decor and frescoes, the mid-range Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella is a distinctively decorated, small, and affordable property that’s located near the Villa Borghese park, slightly removed from Rome’s popular sights. The 43 classically designed rooms have chandeliers, minibars, flat-screen TVs, safes, and balconies in some. Aside from an elegantly decorated breakfast room where a buffet is served daily and a lobby bar, common area space here is limited. For a property with more contemporary rooms, travelers could try the three-pearl Hotel Rinascimento.

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Amenities

  • Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pets Allowed

Oyster Hotel Review

Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella

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Classically decorated three-pearl hotel with chandeliers and frescoes

The three-pearl Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella’s six-floor brick exterior features black shutters on windows and an upper floor with red flags hanging from balconies. The Art Nouveau building’s entrance is accessible via an alley that’s flanked by two lampposts. Wooden wall panels create a warm atmosphere in the lobby that also features crests with the hotel’s name stamped on rugs and mirrors. Guests can be found watching TV in a small sitting area across from a piano or sipping coffee and cocktails in red chairs by the bar. Common areas are cramped and seating is limited, but there’s a lot of character packed into the interiors. Vaulted ceilings feature frescoes with dangling chandeliers and sconces light up walls like torches. Two Roman sculptures sit beside the elevator. The hotel appeals mostly to budget-minded couples who prefer a quieter location rather than a busy tourist scene.

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Location

In the quiet Ludovisi district by the Villa Borghese park

Cars line the narrow street in front of this hotel, which is located in the quiet Ludovisi district beside the Villa Borghese park with the Borghese Gallery and Museum. It’s a 10-minute walk to Via Veneto, making banks, hotels, the U.S. Embassy, trattorias, bars, and cafes all a stroll away, but Rome’s historic monuments are a bit of a trek. The Fermata Fittizia bus stop is around the corner, and the Pantheon can be reached by bus in about 20 minutes. The Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps are about a 20-minute walk from the hotel. The Colosseum is a 25-minute bus trip. Vatican City, with the Sistine Chapel, is 25 minutes by subway. Rome Ciampino International Airport is a 30-minute car ride. The Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is a 40-minute car trip.

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Rooms

Traditionally elegant rooms in red and gold with flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and balconies in some

The atmosphere in rooms is classic with crimson damask bedding, oil paintings, and wooden furniture. Chandeliers dangle from ceilings with gold painted designs. The over-the-top decorations, however, can be perceived as gaudy. Crests stamped “Principessa Isabella” are on wardrobe closets, which have safes inside. Single, Double, Triple, and Quadruple Rooms can fit between one and four people. Balconies in some rooms have views of the city. Champagne, bouquets, fruit baskets, roses, chocolates, and other romantic extras can be requested. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and writing desks. Simple, stone-tile bathrooms offer bidets, heated towel racks, hairdryers, and shower/tub combos or showers. In-room Wi-Fi is free, but it can be unreliable. 

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Features

Welcoming breakfast lounge, a lobby bar, free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly rooms, and guest services

The Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella doesn’t have many facilities, but that’s not uncommon of boutiques in Rome. With charming design, the breakfast dining room features frescoes, columns, red chairs, and a nice breakfast buffet selection. A small bar is in the lobby with an espresso machine and cocktail service. The bar’s lounge offers limited seating under frescoes. Guest services are also provided at the front desk, including luggage storage, currency exchange, and car or bicycle rental assistance. Maps are available on a counter at the entrance to the breakfast lounge. This hotel also allows pets in rooms at no extra charge. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, but the signal is spotty.

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Oyster Hotel Review

Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella

Scene

Classically decorated three-pearl hotel with chandeliers and frescoes

The three-pearl Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella’s six-floor brick exterior features black shutters on windows and an upper floor with red flags hanging from balconies. The Art Nouveau building’s entrance is accessible via an alley that’s flanked by two lampposts. Wooden wall panels create a warm atmosphere in the lobby that also features crests with the hotel’s name stamped on rugs and mirrors. Guests can be found watching TV in a small sitting area across from a piano or sipping coffee and cocktails in red chairs by the bar. Common areas are cramped and seating is limited, but there’s a lot of character packed into the interiors. Vaulted ceilings feature frescoes with dangling chandeliers and sconces light up walls like torches. Two Roman sculptures sit beside the elevator. The hotel appeals mostly to budget-minded couples who prefer a quieter location rather than a busy tourist scene.

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Location

In the quiet Ludovisi district by the Villa Borghese park

Cars line the narrow street in front of this hotel, which is located in the quiet Ludovisi district beside the Villa Borghese park with the Borghese Gallery and Museum. It’s a 10-minute walk to Via Veneto, making banks, hotels, the U.S. Embassy, trattorias, bars, and cafes all a stroll away, but Rome’s historic monuments are a bit of a trek. The Fermata Fittizia bus stop is around the corner, and the Pantheon can be reached by bus in about 20 minutes. The Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps are about a 20-minute walk from the hotel. The Colosseum is a 25-minute bus trip. Vatican City, with the Sistine Chapel, is 25 minutes by subway. Rome Ciampino International Airport is a 30-minute car ride. The Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is a 40-minute car trip.

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Rooms

Traditionally elegant rooms in red and gold with flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and balconies in some

The atmosphere in rooms is classic with crimson damask bedding, oil paintings, and wooden furniture. Chandeliers dangle from ceilings with gold painted designs. The over-the-top decorations, however, can be perceived as gaudy. Crests stamped “Principessa Isabella” are on wardrobe closets, which have safes inside. Single, Double, Triple, and Quadruple Rooms can fit between one and four people. Balconies in some rooms have views of the city. Champagne, bouquets, fruit baskets, roses, chocolates, and other romantic extras can be requested. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and writing desks. Simple, stone-tile bathrooms offer bidets, heated towel racks, hairdryers, and shower/tub combos or showers. In-room Wi-Fi is free, but it can be unreliable. 

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Features

Welcoming breakfast lounge, a lobby bar, free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly rooms, and guest services

The Clarion Collection Hotel Principessa Isabella doesn’t have many facilities, but that’s not uncommon of boutiques in Rome. With charming design, the breakfast dining room features frescoes, columns, red chairs, and a nice breakfast buffet selection. A small bar is in the lobby with an espresso machine and cocktail service. The bar’s lounge offers limited seating under frescoes. Guest services are also provided at the front desk, including luggage storage, currency exchange, and car or bicycle rental assistance. Maps are available on a counter at the entrance to the breakfast lounge. This hotel also allows pets in rooms at no extra charge. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, but the signal is spotty.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Free Breakfast

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Pets Allowed

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

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