Yantra

Yantra: Lazio

Yantra is so close to the Vatican that we recommend you carry your passport with you whenever you go out – you never know when you'll be tempted back to Musei Vaticani for some exquisite art or to the Sistine Chapel for another look around Michelangelo's frescoed masterpiece. A stroll through the immediate neighbourhood of Prati will bring you back to the present day in stylish fashion with its hidden wine bars, upscale boutiques and trendy art nouveau decorated streets. Upon your return, you'll find a cosy interior with antique objects and a sense of yesteryear charm. While the rustic adornments add interest, we love the quirky wallpaper prints in each bedroom as much as we do the Roman simplicity of this cosy home. There are all the usual mod cons needed for a comfortable stay too, so if you're looking for an authentic experience in an enviable location, then this stripped-back pad is a great option.

Home truths:
*At capacity, two people will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the master bedroom, although we think this space is better suited to a maximum of four guests
*There are a total of six steps leading to the lift which may be difficult for those with limited mobility or heavy suitcases
*Only the bedrooms have air conditioning units
*The bathroom is due for a style update
*Some recent guest feedback mentioned that there are sharp corners on the bed frame in bedroom two, and the fridge sometimes doesn't close properly