Tmark Hotel Vaticano

Great stay. Let me say, the plusses were immense. Great location for our tourist activities. The staff was friendly and helpful! We didn't mind 40-minute walks (sometimes took a taxi) for others, so loved it. They had a restaurant for breakfast (optional). We did it once, but with so many places to eat in Rome, found it unnecessary. The hotel doesn't have a restaurant for dinner nor lunch, but again, there are so many places to eat nearby, why bother? The room was spacious, even for 4 (2 preteens). As with other European hotels, I don't know why they can't invest in some screens on windows so you can open them without fear of something flying in (like bugs). Didn't seem to be an issue here like it was in Venice (they had mosquitos) though. Also, European showers leave much to be desired. The whole "we don't need to build four sides" theory is ridiculous. No matter how carefully you try, still water gets on the floor (and let's not start with putting kids in the picture). Anyhow, super hotel. Only warning was air conditioning. Ours (and other guests we spoke to at hotel) had minimal air coming in. Hotel staff said it was scheduled to be serviced the next day. They said this everyday (it never got fixed). Made it unbearable to sleep two of the nights (even with open windows and a fan hotel donated to us). They couldn't give us a discount directly (bc we booked thru hotels.com) but the staff encouraged us to ask for one but through Hotels.com. So far, we've been denied.

The location is perfect, across the Vatican Museum and walkable to all the restaurants and shops around. The staff are professional and nice… however, this hotel will NOT be good for you if… 1. You are working or studying remotely. They have 5 wi-fis and all are weak unless you get in when everyone is sleeping or are out touring. They claim to have wi-fi amplifiers in every floor but the only time we were able to connect and has good signal was on our last night. 2. The do NOT have cable so If you have kids bring another form of entertainment (because remember their wi-fi are weak and can’t also use your phone… unless of course you get international service., 3. Bring your own toiletries - They have all-in-one soap and shampoo. No conditioner and no lotion 4. No microwave so cant bring leftovers to heat food. 5. They have water heater and coffee packets with sugar, no creamer… no Keurig or coffee maker 6. Hair Dryer is on a timer- 1-2 mins and it has to be put back on the wall for re-charge. We have never seen anything like it. 6. If you bring food, you can eat it in your small room…on your small table because there is no other places to eat. They have the rooftop but food is not allowed there and dining area is not open, only during breakfast. This place has great location but management are so cheap to provide extras which can make your vacation more pleasurable. For me, not worth the money.