Hotel delle Nazioni is located in a historic building in the heart of Rome's cultural, commercial, and political arenas, near famous sights like the Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, and Palazzo Monetcitorio. The simple rooms have small flat-screen TVs and small, but modern, bathrooms. There is also an on-site restaurant, Le Grondici, that serves Mediterranean and local cuisine. In the mornings, there's a free breakfast buffet. Both business travelers and families stay here, although -- besides the restaurant and two meeting rooms -- amenities are few.

Renovated in 2010, the 20-room, mid-range Hotel Memphis is a great option for tourists wanting to be within easy walking distance of the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and a host of shops and restaurants. Rooms are small and simple, immaculately clean, and have a '70s vibe consistent with the rest of the property. The free buffet breakfast is quite extensive, and Wi-Fi is available free throughout the property. Downsides include lack of a restaurant and thin walls between guest rooms.