Trastevere Hotels

Take a look at the FL1 ( used to be FR1) trains that run from FCO to the Trastevere station. It looks like they cost 8€. Depending on how close you hotel is to the station, you can either use the tram, a taxi, or walk. I think it makes a lot more sense than going to Termini.

Back in 2015 that's what I did--took the regional train to Trastevere station.

For hotel reviews, I think it's also good to take a look at those on booking.com. You can't leave a review there unless you actually stayed at the hotel. I find those reviews generally quite reliable.

Hi there..loved Donna Camilla Savelli.
Large gorg room overlooking the garden and the rooftops nearby. Wonderful breakfast and when my friend became I'll they made her a light soup and I had a nice lunch in the garden. I liked the location..

Last May, we stayed at the Donna Camilla Savelli and it was lovely. This was our second trip to Rome. On our first trip, we stayed at a place that was probably more centrally located on a main road sort of between Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. Easy walking but loud and a bit hectic. Rome was our last stop this trip. We always like to splash out a bit on our last hotel stay.

First: the hotel. No, Donna Camilla Savelli is not centrally located perhaps but it IS well located. It's tucked back in Trastevere. I'd say, if you are coming from the airport, grab a taxi. It will be a flat rate and cheaper and faster for two people than training/busing/taxi-ing.

With a blissful sign, I will tell you that there is a certain ambiance about the place. It is an old convent with a feeling of peace to the grounds. There is a working chapel on the property and a few nuns pop in to maintain it. We had a room overlooking the courtyard where the breakfast was served. On our last morning, I took a short video on my phone of dawn turning into day with the birds chirping in the trees. I watch it when I feel stressed out and my blood pressure immediately drops.

The rooms don't scream "4-Star" but are simple, large and functional. In a land of tepid cooling, the air conditioning actually pumped out cold. I don't even really like air conditioning but I was happy to have some that worked. The staff was wonderfully helpful and the breakfast, which we ate outside every morning, was varied and plentiful. There's a roof-top deck that you can access. There was no service on it while we were there but they okay with people bringing their own beverages up to enjoy the evening.

From the property, it's a couple blocks walk to the main area of Trastevere. and the Tiber. We'd order a taxi to take us to certain attractions that were time-driven like the Vatican or Forum and meander our way back. That wasn't terribly expensive and saved time. There are plenty of places within walking distance to eat and drink and shop. I like that area a lot. We were out late some nights and we never, ever felt unsafe.

One night, we did a food tour of Trastevere and it was a ton of fun. It is one of the very few tours we would actually do again.

We all have our own priorities in traveling. When my sister and I travel, we think of hotels as more than a place to sleep. I like a nice room with a view and an experience. It is something that resonates with me after a trip. Sure, the Donna Camilla wasn't where things were happening but I liked the fresh flowers in the chapel and the birds singing in the morning. I liked being inside walls imbued with blessings and silence.

There are many wonderful places to stay in Rome but the Donna Camilla Saville holds a fond place in our hearts.

In regards to a Jewish Ghetto Tour we hired RS recommended Michaela Pavoncello. We took her amazing tour in 2006. She had recently started her tours and has continued to share her expertise over the years. We have recommended her tour to many friends. Fond memories. Enjoy your stay! https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiXtMPrvqX9AhVMADQIHSIaBpgQFnoECAkQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jewishroma.com%2F&usg=AOvVaw0CKm5g_sTCcR79OgdWySfy

Hello, we loved Guest Arco Del Tolomei. I don’t know if the same owners are still there but they were amazing. We loved the location and took the train from the airport and walked. The discussion at the breakfast table was informative and we really enjoyed the area. We walked everywhere. We went in 2017.

Adding to the mix Ruth’s description of why she likes Arco dei Tolomei
https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/italy-reviews/residenza-arco-dei-tolomei-in-trastevere-any-one-have-any-feedback

We just stayed at the Donna Camilla Savelli. The most important consideration is you have a room with “new double pane windows”. We were on 2nd floor overlooking one of the many quaint roads—-noise began at midnight and carried on until past 4 a.m. two nights in a row. We finally asked for a room change. We were moved to third floor, same side with new windows. It worked. But by the time we complained we had lost two nights sleep -ugh!
Otherwise we love the Trastevere area. The restaurants are great!
For taxi we used FreeNow app. Like Uber (not many actual Urber drivers there) but better in my view.

Another great app is Moovit. Awesome for trains (buses too I think) …just type in where you want to go and it sorts through all the options and gives you your options. Then, like Google maps, it gives you step by step help.
I know this is more than asked, but hope its helpful.