The lowdown
In a city like Rome, where ritzy hotels are as abundant as ancient ruins, finding a stylish, budget-friendly stay can feel like a biblical task. So I was as smug as an emperor's first-born-son at finding Palazzo Montemartini. Set in an opulent 19th century palace near Termini Station, this five star hotel offers all the trimmings you’d expect from a luxury Roman holiday, without the eye-watering price tag.