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This review is from the perspective of a business traveller who spends more than 100 nights a year in hotels. As Rome is one of my favourite destinations, I was looking forward to my stay in the... more

This review is from the perspective of a business traveller who spends more than 100 nights a year in hotels. As Rome is one of my favourite destinations, I was looking forward to my stay in the Forum, especially after reading the reviews on trip advisor. As far as the location is concerned, it's great and the service at the hotel was also fine. However, if you are looking for a luxury first class hotel, as described on their website, you will be disappointed. I have no idea of the grade of room I was given but, it was basic, with a view only of someone else's window although it was qiuet. There is one chair in the twin room and a little TV (with a poor picture) balanced on the minibar which adds to the basic feel, as does the very bright light - it either that, or sit in the dark as there is only one tiny lamp in the twin room. The bed was comfortable and the shower / bath is fine. If you want to use the internet, it costs (€10/day) but is unreliable as the signal drops repeatedly - it was only slightly better in the reception area. I would like to bring my family to Rome for a special break but, unless there is a better standard of room available, I would stay somewhere else. Close

I travelled with my two children aged 9 and 6. We got 50% off through Expedia. The staff were very welcoming and took us to our room which looked out over a brick wall (but we did get 50% off.) It... more

I travelled with my two children aged 9 and 6. We got 50% off through Expedia. The staff were very welcoming and took us to our room which looked out over a brick wall (but we did get 50% off.) It was super-clean which I really appreciated. I have stayed at hotels where I don't want to take my shoes off! There was no noise from traffic or neighbouring rooms and there were plenty of other guests. The beds were comfortable (not so common in Rome), lovely clean sheets and tons of towels. The three beds were already set up (unlike other hotels we stayed in there). They offered us a free drink at the wonderful bar at the top of the hotel which looks out over the roman ruins and the massive Vittorio Emanuel memorial building. They weren't particularly helpful on recommending a good place to eat with kids, but they did lend us umbrellas and didn't make me feel like the kids were annoying. There weren't any other children at the hotel though. Breakfast was at the top of the hotel so you get an amazing view. Hotel decor was pleasant enough but a bit old fashioned - perhaps that's to be expected considering it's located next to 2000 year old ruins. It's close to everywhere and we pretty much walked all over Rome from here. Thank you Hotel Forum, we had a good stay. Close

Stayed here in September . What a location and the views were unbeatable. Well located to explore all the sites of rome. Staff were excellent and the rooms were top class and well serviced. Have to... more

Stayed here in September . What a location and the views were unbeatable. Well located to explore all the sites of rome. Staff were excellent and the rooms were top class and well serviced. Have to say also that the service and friendly atmosphere in the rooftop bar at night was brilliant.Well worth a visit . I know I will return Close

Service at the front desk and at breakfast was impeccable -- friendly, polite, helpful. Room was comfortable in an old-fashioned brocade-curtains, oriental rugs style. The breakfast (included... more

Service at the front desk and at breakfast was impeccable -- friendly, polite, helpful. Room was comfortable in an old-fashioned brocade-curtains, oriental rugs style. The breakfast (included) featured fresh-squeezed orange juice, eggs, mozarella, fresh fruit. As a solo woman traveller I felt both safe and well-treated during my 6-day stay. My only criticism is the cheesy 1970's lounge type music playing in the bar and restaurant. Close

I picked this hotel because it recieved great reviews. To my shock, the experience was so bad that I actually changed hotels. I'm all about "when in rome" and have stayed in many different hotels... more

I picked this hotel because it recieved great reviews. To my shock, the experience was so bad that I actually changed hotels. I'm all about "when in rome" and have stayed in many different hotels around the world, ie: I know European rooms are small. That said, I don't feel that clients should have to put up with a dirty room (urine on the toilet seat ) and a bathroom that reeked of sewage. I didn't mind that the room was small, it was the fact it was dirty and the decor wasn't vintage, it was just cheap, old and unclean. I never rate hotels online, but felt the need to warn people about the actual room vs. the reviews online. Further the restaurant is very overpriced, an appetizer is nearly 35 USD. I do agree with most folks when they say the location of this hotel is primo, it is, see enclosed view from room window. When I checked in, I was excited about the location and the lobby was charming and clean in appearance; but I was "floored" when I entered my room - I still can't believe I paid $350/night for something compariable to a truckstop hotel room --- but smaller. It is very clear that the management of this hotel needs to sink some of their profits into room improvements and lowering their prices. Close