Trastevere cloister haven
A quiet monastic sanctuary where rooms look into a secluded, orange-planted cloister, shutting out the busy alleys just beyond the walls.
What it’s good at
Notable
A sixteenth-century convent conversion where rooms encircle a peaceful cloistered orange grove.
Notable
Complimentary loaner bicycles and evening courtyard aperitivo with regional Italian wines.
Listed
Mediterranean interiors with terracotta tile floors and French doors opening onto porticos.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Cobblestone alleys lead to trattorias around Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, with Ponte Sisto offering a scenic walk across the Tiber.
The rooms
Interiors feature terracotta tiles and exposed timber beams, with French doors opening directly onto the shaded portico surrounding the central garden.
At the table
Breakfast is served beneath courtyard umbrellas or by the stone fireplace, followed by evening wine and tomato bruschetta.
How it began
The property began in the sixteenth century as a cloistered convent and artisan workshop before its restoration as a hotel in 2000.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.