HOTEL PLANET, Rome

Roma Termini is the city's central transport hub, giving direct metro access to the Colosseum in just 3 stops, as well as train and bus links to both Fiumicino and Ciampino airports. The area around Via Nazionale and Piazza della Repubblica-popular for shops and restaurants-is about 10 minutes away on foot. The hotel building sits on a street with grocery stores, pharmacies, and numerous dining options within a 0.5 km radius. While the immediate surroundings can feel busy and less polished, the property entrance is protected by a keypad lock, and once inside, the area feels secure. This location suits travellers prioritising transit access and walkable city-centre sightseeing over quiet residential atmosphere.

Each room provides air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries, and fresh towels. Room size varies: some guests find their room large and comfortable, while others describe the bathroom as very small with a impractical shower stall and mould or poor ventilation. Road-facing rooms can be noisy due to thin walls and street sounds, so light sleepers may want to request a quieter back-facing room or one away from the corridor. Daily cleaning changes towels and sheets, and the beds are generally comfortable. Some rooms lack a fridge, electric kettle, or wardrobe, and a few guests reported electrical outlet issues, mould on walls, or dated furniture. Despite the building's older condition, many rooms have been refurbished and present as clean and functional.

Hotel Planet does not have its own restaurant, bar or breakfast service. However, the area around Termini is dense with dining options: several Italian restaurants, a pizzeria, a Japanese restaurant, and pastry shops are all within 0.5 km (a 2- to 3-minute walk). A supermarket (Conad) is also just across the street for self-catering needs. Many guests find the surrounding cafés ideal for breakfast, with espresso and pastries available at the bar for a few euros. For lunch and dinner, the variety of affordable local eateries means guests rarely need to travel far for a meal.

There is no spa, swimming pool, gym, or wellness centre at Hotel Planet. Guests seeking leisure facilities should plan to use city attractions or fitness centres elsewhere. The hotel's value lies in its unbeatable location and budget pricing rather than recreational amenities.

The 24-hour multilingual reception staff handle late check-ins, early departures, and luggage storage-free of charge both before check-in and after check-out. Express check-in/out is available. A lift serves the 5th-floor location, though it is small and may feel dated. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all areas. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, and a safety deposit box. Daily cleaning changes sheets and towels and supplies soap and shampoo. Accepted payment methods include Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB, Maestro, Discover, and CartaSi. A hairdryer is available on request with a deposit.