Being a budget traveler can often mean you put up with some very poor conditions and accomodation standards.
Arriving in Rome, I managed to score BIG time with the hostel I found (literally, 2 MINUTES from train station!).
Its name is M&J Place hostel and is without doubt a must stopover for any budget traveler/backpacker.
Staff are all very cool like minded travelers, hence know exactly what I as a guest would need. Kitchen to COOK a MEAL, TV (VIDEO NIGHT), FREE INTERNET & BREAKIE (SaVE $$)...cool Balcony and Lounge set up...Music, Maps, Bar, 24 hour reception, Comfortable Bed, Clean Bathroom...10 out of 10 from ME!