Hotel Trastevere

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first walked down Via Luciano Manara looking for Hotel Trastevere, I almost missed it. It’s tucked into this narrow street that most tourists never find, which is actually perfect because you’re getting the real Trastevere experience without the chaos. The building itself has that weathered Roman charm – you know, the kind where the stones have stories but the lobby isn’t trying too hard to impress anyone. What struck me right away was how quiet it gets at night, considering you’re literally a five-minute walk from all the action around Piazza di Santa Maria. The rooms are… well, they’re exactly what you’d expect from a solid 3-star in Rome. Clean, functional, with those heavy wooden shutters that actually block out the morning light (trust me, you’ll appreciate this after a night sampling wine bars on Via del Moro). The air conditioning works – and I mean really works, not that half-hearted Roman summer attempt you get in some places.

Here’s what I love about this spot though: the location is absolutely genius if you understand how Trastevere works. You’re on the residential side of things, where locals actually live and shop for groceries, but you can still hear the distant hum of the nightlife scene. There’s this little alimentari right around the corner where the owner – I think his name was Giuseppe – will slice you the best prosciutto and actually seems happy to chat about the neighborhood. The hotel staff gets this balance too; they’re not hovering with fake smiles, but they know their stuff. When I asked about getting to Villa Doria Pamphili for a morning run, the guy at reception didn’t just point me toward the park – he told me which entrance to use and warned me about the hill that’ll kick your butt if you’re not ready for it. The breakfast is simple but decent, though honestly, you’re better off grabbing cornetto and cappuccino at the bar down the street like everyone else does.

What really sells this place is that it feels like a base camp rather than a destination, if that makes sense. You’re not paying for marble lobbies or rooftop pools – you’re paying to sleep well in the heart of one of Rome’s most authentic neighborhoods. The walls are thick enough that you won’t hear your neighbors, the beds are actually comfortable (not a given in Rome, let me tell you), and there’s something refreshing about a hotel that doesn’t try to be anything other than what it is. During my stay in October, I’d come back each evening past the little wine shop on the corner, up those worn stone steps, and genuinely felt like I was coming home rather than returning to some sterile hotel room. That 8.4 rating makes perfect sense – it’s not fancy, but it absolutely delivers on what matters when you’re exploring a city like Rome.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $232. Superior Quadruple Room with 2 × 1 bunk bed, 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $232. Superior Quadruple Room with 2 × 1 bunk bed, 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• The best thing about the hotel is location and staff, specially Olivia and Mimi – Zahra from Bahrain – 4 July 2025 (7/10)

  The location is the best
  
  What could be improved: I felt it was a little expensive for what they offer

• Great location, friendly and helpful staff – Kathy from Australia – 25 June 2025 (8/10)

  Great location and very helpful, friendly staff. Air conditioning worked well during a hot spell in Rome. Very accommodating with gluten free options for breakfast
  
  What could be improved: Carrying suitcases upstairs! Although the staff assisted with this and it was only to the first floor

• Nice place to stay. Good location – Denis from United States – 17 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location and the staff was very helpful.

• Fantastic hotel for a family – Christopher from United Kingdom – 9 June 2025 (9/10)

  The staff were so lovely and welcoming! They let us leave bags when we arrived in the morning and offered us some breakfast which was very kind. Room was spacious and bunk beds were great for the kids. Hotel was in a great location for exploring Trastevere’s charming streets and walking to the central sights, although not great location for public transport when venturing further.

• I would come back to the same place if I come back to Rome. – Saad from Canada – 30 April 2025 (9/10)

  we felt like being at home when we were there. The staff were very nice and helpful. the neighborhood of Trastevere is some much fun
  
  What could be improved: our particular room was bit smaller than expected but maybe because we had too many pieces of luggage.

• Great hotel and location don’t stay in room 12 – Shan from United Kingdom – 3 March 2025 (8/10)

  Quaint hotel with a traditional feeling
  Lovely staff!
  Good continental breakfast
  Very clean
  
  What could be improved: I would have appreciated somewhere to sit either in room or somewhere else in the hotel.
  Bedroom was tiny with no window to the outside – no natural light

• Liked it and definitely I would come back 👍👍 – Mahmood from Iraq – 1 January 2025 (9/10)

  Location and staff really good loved there smiley faces
  
  What could be improved: It was small room for my family (two kids)
  I would say for 3 would be great

• Thank you so much – Tanguy from France – 12 December 2024 (8/10)

  The warm welcome, the location, the kindness of the staff, the bed was very comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to declare, it was great.

• I feel like we stayed in our family house…thank you to all the staff – Fernando from United States – 1 December 2024 (9/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: Nothing…everything was great

• Superb – Seda from Armenia – 24 November 2024 (9/10)

  The desk manager, Sylvia, was everything you could ask for. She was kind, sweet, open-hearted, helped with everything to make my stay better, a true Roman right there. I will miss you, Sylvia. Till we meet again.

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