Navona Street Hotel

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve walked past this place probably a hundred times on my way to Campo de’ Fiori, and honestly, I never really noticed it until I actually stayed there last spring. The Navona Street Hotel sits on Via dei Banchi Nuovi – which, by the way, is this narrow street that locals use as a shortcut between the river and the touristy areas. You know what struck me first? How quiet it was inside, considering you’re literally in the middle of everything. I mean, step outside and you’re maybe three minutes from the Pantheon, but somehow the thick walls keep out most of the street noise (though you’ll still hear the occasional Vespa – this is Rome, after all).

The rooms are… well, they’re what you’d expect from a solid 3-star in this part of the city. Nothing fancy, but everything works, and the beds are actually comfortable – I was worried about that typical European firmness, but these were just right. The staff genuinely knows their stuff about the neighborhood, which matters more than you might think. When I asked about avoiding the crowds at the Pantheon, the guy at reception didn’t just give me the usual “go early” advice – he told me about the side entrance near Santa Maria sopra Minerva that most people miss, and suggested I grab coffee first at this tiny place on Via del Seminario that only locals seem to know about. That kind of insight is worth its weight in gold when you’re trying to experience Rome like you actually live here instead of just passing through.

What really sold me on this place, though, was the location without the location tax, if that makes sense. You’re close enough to walk to Piazza Navona in about four minutes – I timed it – but you’re not paying those insane rates that the hotels right on the piazza charge. Plus, being on Via dei Banchi Nuovi puts you near some genuinely good restaurants that haven’t been completely overrun by tourists yet. There’s this little trattoria called Il Sorpasso just around the corner that I stumbled onto by accident, and it became my go-to spot for lunch. The hotel’s breakfast is decent – nothing spectacular, but the coffee is strong and the pastries are fresh, which is honestly all I need to get my day started. One small thing that bugged me: the WiFi can be spotty on the upper floors, so if you’re planning to work from your room, maybe mention that when you book. But really, if you’re in Rome working from your hotel room, you’re probably doing it wrong anyway. The whole area comes alive in the evening – not party-loud, but with that perfect Roman buzz of people heading to dinner, street musicians setting up near the bridges, and the kind of energy that makes you want to just wander and see what you discover.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $230. Small Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $364. Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Spa Bath with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• A relaxing stay in a great location – Susan from Canada – 15 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location was perfect!
  The staff was very friendly and helpful!
  Especially Alessia at the front desk.
  
  What could be improved: All was good.

• Exceptional – Alan from Ireland – 14 June 2025 (10/10)

  We liked the hotels central location with friendly helpful staff.

• Exceptional – Cheryl from United States – 3 June 2025 (10/10)

  The rooms were very comfortable! The location was amazing! The staff were incredible! It was an amazing stay! We would 100% come back!!!!

• Exceptional – Irina from United States – 25 May 2025 (10/10)

  Friendly stuff
  
  What could be improved: Clean

• Perfect stay in Rome – Piotr from Poland – 25 May 2025 (9/10)

  In fact everything – very nice hotel, perfect location, excellent Staff, good breakfast
  
  What could be improved: Rooms are on the street level, so rather no view outside the window

• Exceptional – Breslau from United States – 4 May 2025 (10/10)

  Great location
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Very good – Tomasz from Poland – 3 May 2025 (8/10)

  Overall nice room in fair price, very close to main sightseeing places
  
  What could be improved: Problems with humidity, which are also causing walls to be destroyed

• Lovely place will come again – Meirav from Israel – 25 April 2025 (10/10)

  Amazing location great staff and beautiful balcony with food service
  
  What could be improved: Rooms were tiny but who needs a big room in Rome

• Exceptional – Graziela from Brazil – 17 April 2025 (10/10)

  Very good location, breakfast was great and staff very kind. The room was clean and comfortable!

• Exceptional – Goksen from Turkey – 24 March 2025 (10/10)

  Location, staff
  
  What could be improved: All was great.

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