Five Stars

Hotel Hassler: Piazza Trinità dei Monti, 6. + 39 06 69934755. A luxurious hotel overlooking Piazza di Spagna.

Lord Byron Hotel: Via Giuseppe De Notaris, 5. +39 06 3220404. A lovely hotel in the Villa Borghese neighborhood.

Four Stars

Portrait Suites: Via Bocca di Leone, 23. +39 05 527264000. A beautiful boutique hotel located near the Spanish steps.

Hotel Donna Camilla Savella: Via Garibaldi, 27. +39 06 588861. A stunning hotel located in the Trastevere Neighborhood, just a few minutes walk from both SAI and JCU.

Three Stars

B&B Hotel Roma Trastevere: Viale di Trastevere, 249d. +39 06 58332683. A simple and modern hotel located near the Trastevere train station.
SAI discount: SAI rates depend on season and length of stay; normal prices vary from €25 to €45 per person per day.

Relais Le Clarisse: Via Cardinale Merry Del Val, 20. A conveniently located hotel located in the Trastevere neighborhood.
SAI discount: While booking online use “codice promo”: JOHNCABOT and “id corporate”: CLARISSE

Two Stars

Adriatic Hotel: Via Giovanni Vitelleschi, 25. +39 06 68808080. Clean, no-frills hotel with a lovely roofdeck in a great location.

Hotel Golden: Via Marche, 84. +39 06 4821659. This boutique family-run hotel is located by the lovely Villa Borghese Park.

Near SAI office & JCU

La Scala: Via della Scala, 58/59. High quality traditional Italian cuisine.

Taverna Trilussa: Taverna Trilussa Via Del Politeama 23/25. +39 06 5818918. High quality traditional Italian cuisine – great Pasta alla Carbonara.

Zi’mberto: Piazza di San Giovanni della Malva, 14. +39 06 5816646. Enjoy a very traditional Roman meal

Alle Fratte di Trastevere: Via delle Fratte di Trastevere, 49. +39 06 5835775. Cuisine is inspired by typical Naples and Roman dishes.

Roma Sparita: Piazza di Santa Cecilia, 24. +39 06 5800757. High quality, known for their Cacio e Pepe served in a parmesan dish.

Checco er Carettiere: Via Benedetta, 10. +39 06 5800985. Historical restaurant in Trastevere run by the Porcelli family for 3 generations and serves traditional Roman cooking.

Resources:

Romeing: A guide to all things Roman: events, best restaurants, lifestyle, and more.

Wanted in Rome: A great resource for what’s going on and news, geared toward expats in Rome.

Time Out Rome: Check this site for what’s happening in the eternal city.

Katie Parla: A Food Diary of an American Expat living in Rome.

Rick Steve’s Audio Tour: Enjoy time in the city at your own pace with one of these podcasts which include a Renaissance Walk Tour, Accademia & Michaelangelo’s David, and Uffizi Gallery Tour.

Tours:

Roman Guy Food Tours: Well-loved and unique tours for small and large groups.

Ancient Appian Way Bike Tour: This bike tour is an SAI favorite, as participants ride by stunning Roman countryside.

Tickets & Passes:

The first Sunday of the every month Rome Museums are free (expect longer lines). The Roma Pass offers package deals that include museums and transportation around the city.

Transportation:

Single use ATAC tickets are €1.50 and are valid for either 100 minutes or 1 entrance into the metro. Tickets can be purchased at Tabacchi stores, metro stations, and newspaper stands. For those staying longer, a monthly ATAC pass is available at the beginning of each month for €35 + €3 euro card activation fee. Taxis in Rome are also a very easy way to get around. They can be found at taxi stands, called at 063570 or via apps (we suggest ItTaxi and FreeNow).