Hotel Diocleziano

This is possibly the best value in Rome, just across from the Termini and around the corner from Piazza Republica with its Metro stop, which is only two stops away from Espana Steps.

Pros: Small staff is top-notch, from the front desk to the breakfast server and Allen the bellman. Rooms are small but extra-fresh, and decorated tastefully. Bath was large with Jacuzzi, marble, heated towel rack. Hot full breakfast is the best in Rome.

Cons: Very minor negatives. I like hard mattresses, but ours was a little too hard. However, it was more comfy than most 4-star Rome hotels. My suggestions are to add a 2' memory foam layer on top and a small shelf to put toiletries on in the bathroom.