Colors Hotel

Colors Hotel is housed in a historic stone building and has a slight hostel vibe thanks to bright interior decor and some shared bathrooms -- though without the usual wear and tear that comes with backpacking clientele. Bright orange walls and a leather loveseat decorate the small lobby, which has a small wooden front desk and a flat-screen TV. The hallways are bright, with aqua doors, red window accents, and abstract artwork contrasted by white walls. Guests should note that there’s no elevator, only white marble stairs. The rooftop terrace bar is small but lovely, with tiled tables, iron chairs, and views over surrounding Roman buildings. This small hotel mainly draws tourists on a budget, including families, who value the convenient location and attractive rates.

The hotel is located in the Prati district, a busy area that’s close to many of Rome’s popular attractions. Vatican City and its Basilica of Saint Peter is an 11-minute walk away, while Castel Sant’Angelo takes nine minutes to reach. Guests who want to explore the city on foot can reach the Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Spanish Steps in about 20 to 25 minutes on foot. The Colosseum and Trevi Fountain may be too far to reach on foot for some, making the hotel’s proximity to public transportation appealing. There’s multiple bus stops just two minutes away and a metro station that's a nine-minute walk from the hotel. Restaurants and shops abound on surrounding streets, while the popular shopping avenue of Via Cola di Rienzo is two blocks away. Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is a 35-minute drive away, or about an hour by public transportation.

Colors Hotel has 20 air-conditioned rooms, ranging in size from Single to Quad Rooms. Some of the Single, Double, and Triple rooms don’t have private bathrooms, but instead have shared bathrooms in the hallways. The rooms have simple decor with hardwood floors, a hodgepodge of basic streamlined furniture (some of which are a little dated), and colorful abstract artwork on the walls. Some of the rooms have floral wall moldings that are quite elegant, contrasting the basic style. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, free bottled water (stocked daily), safes, and flat-screen TVs with Sky channels. Bathrooms vary in color and some are more dated than others. They include small showers, hairdryers, and free basic toiletries such as bars of soap and small packets of shampoo. Note that there have been some complaints about bothersome noise from the street and other rooms. 

This simple hotel offers few features as is typical for budget properties in Rome. There’s a breakfast buffet in the mornings, though it costs a fee, served in the small (and sometimes crowded) breakfast room or on the rooftop terrace, which has iron cafe chairs, mosaic tables, and decent views. Wi-Fi is free throughout, and there’s a public computer available for guests' use. There’s no on-site parking.