Casa di San Francesca Romana a Ponte Rotto
Via dei Vascellari, 61, Rome, ItalyB&B
Doubles from: $135
Casa di San Francesca Romana a Ponte Rotto, Rome - Photo by EuroCheapo.com
Casa di San Francesca Romana a Ponte Rotto, Rome - Photo by EuroCheapo.com
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Reviewed by EuroCheapo.com Editors
Situated on a picturesque side street near the center of Trastevere, the Casa di San Francesca Romana a Ponte Rotto, is a quiet and friendly bed and breakfast. Free Wi-Fi, a welcoming vibe and a lovely courtyard help make it a splurge-worthy retreat.
Once the home of the noble Ponziani family, and also visited by John XXIII, the Casa is now a unique and inviting bed and breakfast. The Casa di San Francisca Romana’s 37 rooms are simply decorated, with traditional tiled floors, beamed ceilings, unadorned walls and antique wooden furniture. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a TV and telephone. Some rooms come with balconies (ask ahead).
The modern private bathrooms have a shower and hair dryer.
The Casa di San Francesca Romana also boasts a spacious internal courtyard, meeting rooms, a chapel and some amazing religious artifacts. (It also wins our award for the biggest smiles given to visitors arriving at reception.)
The B&B is about a 10-minute walk from the center of Trastevere, where you can take Tram 8 to Largo Argentina and Rome’s historic center.
Note: The Casa is a retreat and place of prayer, so this is not a great choice if you’ll be making a noisy return in the early hours of the morning. Wi-Fi is free and breakfast is included in the room rate.
» Samantha Collins, EuroCheapo Staff Writer
Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor. This review is based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.
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Essentials
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom: Private
- Non-Smoking Hotel
- Telephone
- TV
Location: Very central
1.2km to city centerPerched on the western bank of the River Tiber just where it straddles Isola Tiberina, Trastevere ("across the Tevere," or Tiber) is known for its artsy demeanor and picturesque, winding streets. This historically working-class neighborhood is terribly cute, and hip to boot. It's characterized by earth-toned medieval buildings and stone walls just crawling with ivy. Plus, it offers easy access to the Centro Historico.
Just keep in mind that Trastevere has been "discovered." The neighborhood features loads of tourist traps. Think Boho gone Soho. And while much of its tough, "authentic" Roman character remains, Trastevere is also now home to numerous trendy and touristy bars, cafes, shops, and restaurants. Nighttime crowds can make these postcard-perfect streets downright noisy. Despite all this, we can't help it. We love Trastevere just the same.
Trastevere hotelsLocal Value
Average Rates (provided by the hotel's website) are 59% cheaper than other B&B properties within 2 km
Amenities
Hotel
- Bar/Lounge
- Bicycle Rental
- Breakfast Included
- Car Rental
- Conference room
- Fax Machine
- Garden
- Non-Smoking Hotel
- Reception: 24-Hour
- Restaurant
- Wake-Up Service
Room
- Air conditioning
- Balconies/Terraces Available
- Bathroom: Private
- Hair Dryer
- Heat
- Minibar
- Telephone
- Toiletries
- TV
Contact
Via dei Vascellari, 61
Trastevere, Rome, Italy
