Lonely Planet Review
A quick glance in the guest book at the Modigliani reveals phrases such as 'loved this place' and 'great staff'. And it is indeed an excellent choice. Staff are young and helpful, rooms are pearl grey, spacious and light, and there's a quiet internal courtyard for drinks.
Named after the great Italian painter Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920) and run by an artist and his musician partner - their portrait hangs in a ground floor corridor - this is a charming place. Original paintings, many left by guests, hang on the walls while outside, the small courtyard is a picture of Mediterranean colour - black wrought-iron furniture and lemon trees set against high orange walls. The 23 modern rooms are less picturesque - grey walls, grey bedspreads, grey furniture and even grey art - but equally stylish. They're also comfortable, with big, firm beds and incorporated mod cons. The pick of the bunch is room 602 which boasts a sweeping balcony view stretching from the Vittoriano to St Peter's. The hotel's location is also a big plus - a quiet side street off Piazza Barberini.
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Duncan Garwood