My husband and I stayed at the Abitart for 3 nights and had a very good experience. Front desk staff (3 different people) were all very friendly: highlighted maps for us, detailed bus routes, and recommended a local restaurant.
Room was clean, beds comfortable and enough space for us to relax. We booked through a travel agent who requested a quieter side of the building, so no problem with noise. And, no problem with booking not being honoured. Free internet in the lobby was a nice extra.
The location was fine for us ... #60 bus took us directly to the Coliseum and other tourist attractions. We did not use taxis and were able to walk from the Coliseum to Spanish Steps etc.
Breakfast was simple, but exactly what we like ... good strong coffee, cereal, yogurt and dolce.
The Ostiense train station is the closest when coming from Rome airport. When you exit the train station, head to the left and go down the street (bit of sloping street going down and I don't know the name). At the bottom of the street, turn left and go under the overpass. At the next light you will see the Abitart across the street and a bit to your left. Not hard to find.
Enzo's is a restaurant close by that had very good local cuisine. Doesn't open until around 8pm, but well worth the wait.
We would stay here again and would recommend it to other travellers.
- Abitart Hotel Rome
