The Piazza Navona close to the center of Rome was once a focal point for medieval jousts and Roman circuses. It is still beautiful and evokes Rome of days gone by. The Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fountain of the Four Rivers), representing the four corners of the globe is its centerpiece. Renaissance buildings including palaces and churches abound. You'll love the district's narrow streets and lanes, some of which still are homes to local artisans. For a taste of multiculturalism visit San Luigi dei Francesi, the church of the expatriate French community. You say that you don't speak French; enjoy the art work. For your convenience we have listed neighborhood hotels in approximate order of cost, starting with the least expensive. We have personally verified all website addresses making sure that they include English-language pages.
The Hotel Navona Cheap and Chic tries to live up to its name. This town house located quite close to the Piazza resides in a historic building. This hotel is a non-smoking property. Its reception desk is closed after 10 pm. Continental breakfast is included. The Navona Cheap and Chic address is Via del Governo Vecchio, 118 - 00186 - Rome. Exceptionally, there is no website. That's one way to keep the prices down.
The Hotel Navona is on a quiet side street not far from the Piazza. It is housed in a Fifteenth Century palace which was built over the ruins of the Baths of Agrippa. This family-run hotel has 31 rooms, each furnished differently. Some of the rooms boast coffered wooden ceilings. A continental breakfast is served in the breakfast room. The hotel proprietors offer apartments in the neighborhood. The hotel address is Via dei Sediari 8 - 00186 Rome.
The Hotel Raphael Relais & Chateaux is located in a building designed by the American architect Richard Meier that blends the Renaissance with the modern era. Its lobby displays a collection of ceramics by none other than Pablo Picasso. You'll enjoy the restaurant on the multilevel terrace and on-site tennis. There are 65 single and double rooms and suites. The address is Largo Febo 2 - 00186 Rome.
The Hotel St. George Roma is one of the finest hotels in this lovely neighborhood. It is a five star property and you should expect to pay accordingly. You'll feel like one of those Roman patricians when you enjoy the sauna, Turkish bath, hydro massage, and much more. There's a wine bar and a cigar club, a library and a terrace open only during the summer. There are 64 rooms including 6 junior suites that are all decorated in minimal-chic luxury. Fortune Magazine named it one of the top 10 luxury hotels in the world. The address is Via Giulia, 64 - 00186 - Rome.
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