BEST WESTERN HOTEL ASTRID, Rome

The hotel is in a less touristy, residential area with several cafés, a supermarket next door, and local restaurants within a 5-minute walk. Tram line 2, steps from the entrance, connects to Flaminio Metro station and Piazza del Popolo in about 10 minutes. Walking to the Spanish Steps takes around 30 minutes. For sports and events, Stadio Olimpico and the Foro Italico are a 15-20 minute walk along the Tiber. The nearest Metro (Line A, Flaminio) is about a 20-minute walk or a quick tram ride. The area feels safe and quiet at night.

Standard rooms are compact and some feel dated; upgrading to a superior room provides noticeably more space and modern decor. Road-facing rooms can be noisy; quieter rooms overlook the inner courtyard or side streets. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, a safe, and a daily-restocked minibar with complimentary soft drinks. Showers are small, but accessible rooms offer more spacious bathrooms with grab rails. Daily housekeeping is provided. Balconies are not available, but some rooms have Juliet balconies. Storage can be limited, especially hangers and drawer space.

The breakfast buffet (8-10 EUR per person) is served in the 5th-floor dining room with terrace seating in summer. Offerings include fresh pastries, yoghurt, cereals, cold cuts, cheese, hard-boiled eggs, scrambled eggs, bacon, mini frankfurters, and a self-service coffee machine. Gluten-free food is available on request. The terrace is open all year for breakfast and is also accessible during the day for coffee or tea. There is no restaurant or bar on site; however, eight dining options are within a 3-minute walk: pizza, bistros, wine bars, and pubs. The hotel can arrange in-room breakfast.

The hotel does not have a spa, swimming pool, or fitness centre. For wellness, guests use the surrounding neighbourhood walks along the Tiber or visit the nearby Auditorium and Foro Italico. The roof terrace provides a relaxing space with views.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. The 24-hour reception allows late check-in and offers paid shuttle service to Fiumicino and Ciampino airports (flat rates: up to 3 people 53 EUR one-way, 95 EUR round trip). Luggage storage is free and available 24 hours before check-in and after check-out. Daily housekeeping is provided; additional cleaning services (laundry, dry cleaning, ironing) incur a charge. The property has a lift, though a few steps lead to the lift entrance; staff can assist with luggage. Wheelchair-accessible rooms include an emergency cord, lower bathroom sink, raised toilet, and grab rails. Safety features include key card access, 24-hour security, CCTV, safety deposit box, and fire extinguishers. Accepted payment methods: American Express, Visa, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard.