The Hotel Santa Maria is set in Trastevere, on the bank of the Tiber River, it is one of the most charming and authentic neighbourhoods of Romes historic centre Housed in a converted 16th-century convent, this is an intimate hotel which offers a personalised service Its guest rooms all look out onto the internal garden complete with orange trees, flowers and Mediterranean greenery You can enjoy breakfast or an evening drink here in the glorious Roman sun Each room comes with terracotta floors and elegant wood furniture It also features modern amenities such as air conditioning and an LCD TV with satellite channels Wi-Fi throughout is free The Santa Maria Hotel has a bar, where you can select your favourite regional wine for an aperitif before heading out into Trastevere During happy hour drinks include free snacks from the buffet The characteristic narrow, winding roads are full of typical Roman restaurants and bars which are very popular with the locals The renowned square of Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere is just a few steps away Rent a bike from reception and explore Rome
