Just off piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, the Santa Maria stands on the site of a 16th-century convent. Each of the 19 bedrooms has a tiled floor, colourful decor and a spacious bathroom, and they all open onto a charming, sunny central courtyard planted with orange trees. Complimentary bicycles are available for guests to use for exploring Trastevere’s winding alleys.
Once a city of polar-opposite accommodation options — exorbitantly expensive luxury hotels, on the one hand, cheap pensioni of dubious cleanliness on the other — Rome now has the range of hotels you might expect in one of the most-visited destinations on the planet. But they are, on the whole, considerably more expensive than in other tourist hubs.
At the top of the market, chic boutique offerings with bars, restaurants and even shops. While older-style mid-range hotels, pensioni and B&Bs are ever numerous, some great deals are to be found in this sector. Always reserve a room well in advance, especially at peak visiting times, with lulls during winter (January to March) and particularly busy periods around major Christian holidays. Book your dream vacation here with our guide to the best hotels in Rome.
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