Hotel
Hotel Hassler Roma
Open since 1893 at the top of the Spanish Steps, the five-star Hassler has 82 individually designed rooms and the Michelin-starred Imàgo restaurant.
Hotel Santa Maria
Set around a 17th-century cloister moments from Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere, this three-star hotel has 19 rooms on two floors.
At a glance
- Type
- Boutique hotel
- Area
- Trastevere, Rome, Italy
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Hotel class
- 3-star
- Official site
- hotelsantamariatrastevere.it
Good to know
- 19 rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Owner-run
- LGBTQIA+ friendly
Why we recommend it
Hotel Santa Maria occupies a former 17th-century cloister tucked down Vicolo del Piede, a narrow lane a few steps from Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere and its mosaic-fronted basilica. The 19 rooms are spread over the ground and first floors around the old cloister, which gives the property a quiet, low-rise feel that is unusual in central Rome and a welcome contrast to the lively streets outside.
It is a three-star hotel, and the owners are present every day, working alongside their staff to make guests feel at home, which shows in the personal service. Rooms are simply but comfortably furnished, with the old cloister setting giving them character. Free Wi-Fi is included, and the hotel describes itself as welcoming to LGBTQIA+ travellers.
Location is the big advantage. Trastevere's trattorias, bars and gelato shops are on the doorstep, so you can step out for dinner and walk back in minutes, and the historic centre is a short walk across the river via Ponte Sisto. Evenings in the surrounding lanes can be lively, especially at weekends and in summer, so light sleepers may want to ask for a room facing the cloister rather than the lane.
The hotel suits couples, solo travellers and small families who want to stay in the heart of Trastevere at a moderate price. It is not the place for those who want extensive facilities such as a spa or restaurant, but its setting and service make it a characterful base. Book directly through the hotel's website, by email at [email protected] or by phone on +39 06 589 4626, and contact the hotel in advance if you need help with directions, as the lanes can be confusing on arrival.
Taxis can drop off near Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere, and tram 8 stops on Viale di Trastevere, around ten minutes' walk away, for connections to Largo di Torre Argentina and the centre. From the hotel, it is a short walk to the basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere, Villa Farnesina with its Raphael frescoes, and the Janiculum Hill for views across the city. Campo de' Fiori and the Jewish Ghetto are about 15 minutes away on foot.
Hotel Santa Maria FAQs
How many rooms does Hotel Santa Maria have?
19 rooms, on the ground and first floors.
What is the building?
The hotel is set in a 17th-century cloister in Trastevere.
What is the star rating?
It is a three-star hotel.
Is it noisy?
The surrounding lanes can be lively at night; ask for a room facing the cloister.
Who runs the hotel?
The owners, who are on site every day.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is included.
How do I get there?
Tram 8 stops on Viale di Trastevere, about ten minutes' walk away.
How can I contact the hotel?
Email [email protected] or phone +39 06 589 4626.