ALLA LOCANDA MALANDRA, Rome

The property sits on Via Piave 80, a quiet street near Piazza Fiume. The area is safe and walkable: the Colosseum is a 25-minute walk, Spanish Steps 2 km, and Piazza Barberini 1 km. A bus stop right outside provides regular service to Termini (bus 92 or 223 to Piazza Fiume). The surrounding streets are dense with bars, cafes and restaurants - all within 0.3-0.5 km. For airport transfers, take the shuttle bus to Roma Termini then a 10-minute walk, or the train to Termini followed by a short bus ride. Late-return walks feel safe, with good street lighting and active street life.

The property offers double, twin/double, quadruple and three-bedroom apartment layouts. Each room includes a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus free toiletries. All units have a kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, stovetop, cookware and electric kettle, making self-catering straightforward. Beds are king-size (double rooms) or twin/single configurations, with memory-foam and medium pillows provided (two per person). Rooms feature parquet or tiled floors, soundproof walls, a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, tea/coffee maker and safety deposit box. The shared kitchen area in the apartment wing can transmit noise between rooms, so light sleepers may prefer a unit away from the common space. Rooms are very clean, comfortable and unusually spacious for central Rome.

Breakfast, when selected, is a continental-style offering. The property has no restaurant or bar, but the immediate neighbourhood is dense with eateries - Caffe Italiano, Al Forno della Soffitta, La Cantinola, Pataclara, Chinappi Roma, Faro - Caffe Specialty and Home Cafe & Bistrot are all within 0.5 km, and Ristorante Greco Ippokrates is 0.5 km. Each room has a fully equipped kitchen, so self-catering is a practical alternative for those who prefer to prepare meals in.

There is no wellness facility at the property. However, the location places you minutes from Villa Borghese gardens and galleries, ideal for a morning jog or afternoon walk. An ice-skating rink is also nearby, adding a seasonal leisure option.

WiFi is free throughout. A shuttle service is available for an additional charge - no airport shuttle, but a paid local transfer can be arranged. Daily housekeeping is free; you may need to request it at reception. Concierge and private check-in/out are included. Luggage storage is available from 12:00. The property has a lift and soundproof rooms. Accepted payment methods are Visa and MasterCard. There is no 24-hour reception, but communication via WhatsApp is responsive. The shared lounge/TV area offers a space to relax, and the lift makes upper-floor access easier.