Frattina Apartments

Frattina Apartments Overview

You know what struck me first about Frattina Apartments? The location is absolutely unreal – I mean, Via Frattina is literally one of those streets where you’re dodging Prada shoppers and tourists clutching gelato, but somehow this place manages to feel like a quiet refuge above all the chaos. The entrance is pretty understated (which I actually love), and once you’re inside, there’s this immediate sense of calm that you just don’t expect when you’re basically in the heart of Rome’s shopping district.

The apartments themselves are honestly well-designed – they’ve got that modern Roman thing down where everything feels sleek but not sterile. The kitchenettes are small but functional, which matters if you’re planning to grab fresh ingredients from the markets near Campo de’ Fiori and actually cook something decent. What really impressed me though was how quiet it gets at night. You’d think being so close to the Spanish Steps would mean dealing with constant street noise, but the windows are surprisingly effective at blocking out the tourist chatter. The staff sort of operates like a boutique hotel – they’re there when you need them but not hovering around, which works perfectly for the apartment-style setup.

Here’s the thing about staying on Via Frattina that most people don’t realize until they’re there: you’re literally a two-minute walk from the Spanish Steps, but more importantly, you’re positioned perfectly for those early morning or late evening walks when the crowds thin out. I’d head out around 7 AM and have the Trevi Fountain practically to myself – then circle back through the narrow streets behind Via del Corso where the locals actually shop. The Spagna metro stop is right there too, which honestly saves you so much walking when you want to hit places like the Vatican or Trastevere. Sure, the neighborhood gets absolutely packed during peak tourist season (basically April through October), but that’s Rome for you. The trade-off is that you’re staying in one of the most beautiful parts of the city, surrounded by those honey-colored buildings and cobblestone streets that make you feel like you’re living in a postcard. With an 8.3 rating, Frattina Apartments definitely earns its reputation – it’s not trying to be flashy or over-the-top luxurious, it’s just really good at what it does.

Frattina Apartments Accommodations

Reviews of Frattina Apartments

• Good centrally located place to stay – Andrew from Thailand – 28 May 2025 (8/10)

  Excellent location and wonderful ambience. Staff was very helpful.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• An ideal location for a short brea in Rome. – Nick from United Kingdom – 2 May 2025 (8/10)

  An amazing location, friendly staff, old-fashioned in a good way, spacious for central Rome and the bed was very comfortable.

• Superb – Amit from Israel – 1 October 2024 (9/10)

  Great location. In the middle of everything

• Amazing location – Waldhausen from South Africa – 1 September 2024 (9/10)

  Absolutely unbeatable location. Very friendly Checkin staff. Clean. Comfortable bed

• Very good – Catherine from United States – 23 August 2024 (8/10)

  Excellent location. Safe and clean! Recommend!

• Superb – Hendrik from Australia – 13 August 2024 (9/10)

  Location and layout
  
  What could be improved: Bath tub/ shower not pleasant to step in. Drain partly blocked

• Yes !! 👍 We are Happy 😊 staying here. – Saurabh from Canada – 15 July 2024 (8/10)

  Location is very Perfect, everything is so close- Evening is Buzzing and lively around this area, lots of Alley's to walk around … Overall Nice and cozy for Mid age Family with kids.
  
  What could be improved: Cant remember, what I didn't like ?? Everything went well with our stay.

• Great location, and comfortable stay – George from India – 6 July 2024 (9/10)

  Excellent location
  
  What could be improved: Limited kitchen space

• Fabulous Frattina – Ian from Australia – 22 June 2024 (9/10)

  The location could not have been better. Wonderful apartment, clean and spacious with old world charm. Simone was extremely helpful and helped make our trip very special. We had terrific time. Hope to see you next year Simone!
  
  What could be improved: Although clean, the bathroom shower was old, and the water pressure was a little low.

• Superb – Mladen from Croatia – 9 June 2024 (9/10)

  Location is perfect

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