Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Rebibbia
B
M
P. Mammolo
M
S.M. Soccorso
M
Pietralata
M
M
M
M
M
A
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
Policlinico
Castro Pretorio
M
M
M
M
Termini
Cavour
M
M
M
Colosseo
M
M
M
Circo Massimo
M
M
Piramide
M
M
Ostiense
M
Magliana
M
Garbatella
M
M
Muratella
M
Basilica S. Paolo
M
M
L. da Vinci
Aeroporto
M
Marconi
M
M
M
EUR Magliana
M
A
Tor di Valle
Vitinia
Casal Bernocchi
Acilia
Ostia Antica
B
M
M
M
Fiumicino
METRO LINE A
Anagnina-Ottaviano
METRO LINE B
Laurentina-Rebibbia
Fiumicino-Ostiense
M
M
Lido Nordo
Piramide-C. Colombo (Ostia)
ACCOMMODATIONS, BOTH STANDARD & NOT
Though the bulk of my lodging recommendations are regular hotels, I'll start with
the untraditional choices that transform tourists into travelers. In Rome, these
unusual choices have two great virtues: They are cheaper than standard facilities
and, in almost all cases, more memorable. When you make a decision to stay in a
convent or monastery, a rental apartment, or a B&B found through an
affittacamere
(rooms for rent) organization, you're gaining a perspective on the city that most
visitors lack.
MONASTERIES & CONVENTS
Staying in a convent or a monastery can be more than a religious experience; it is
also a great bargain. But remember, these are religious houses, which means that
the decor is most often stark and simple, and the rules are extensive. Cohabiting
is almost always frowned upon (though marriage licenses are rarely required), and
unruly behavior is not tolerated. Plus there is usually a curfew. Most rooms in
convents and monasteries do not have private bathrooms, but ask when making
your reservation in case some are available. Prices are per person unless otherwise
noted.
