Journey15442985730
November 22, 2023
Really liked this hotel, though it's not really a hotel as such. There is no bar or restaurant and the reception is only manned until 3pm each day. We arrived after 3pm but we were sent all the relevant information to gain access and it was all seamless. There is quite a steep set of marble steps before you reach where the lift is but they will arrange for someone to help you with your bags if required. There is a private apartment on the first level and the rooms are on the second and third level. We had a deluxe twin room on the second floor. It was smaller than I expected, but beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and the bathroom was a generous size with a window. Nice toiletries and a really good shower. Stefanie, the receptionist, was absolutely charming and very helpful. Each morning on the third floor, there are complementary pastries and a coffee machine. There's a seating area with tables and chairs. The location is perfect. We got the SIT Shuttle Bus from Fiumicino airport to Vatican city and it was a 10 minute walk to the hotel. All of the main attractions are a 30 minute walk, as is Trastevere with its many restaurants. On our last day, we were able to leave our luggage and as we weren't returning till around 6 when reception wasn't manned, we just had to phone 20 minutes before we wanted to collect our bags and someone met us there to give them to us and he carried our bag downstairs. Excellent service. Overall, it was a very positive experience and I would recommend.