We've just returned from a wonderful week in Rome staying at the Hotel Delle Muse. We were so happy to have made this hotel our choice.
From FCO we took the train to the Termini and then took the 360 Muse bus. The bus ride was only about 20 minutes and quite comfortable and quiet. The hotel is between two stops, Salvini and Muse within only 2 easy walking blocks. On arrival the reception staff was very welcoming and spoke excellent English. We were told our room was not ready yet but we could wait in the lounge and have coffee or other drink while we wait. Being travel weary, this was appreciated. Our wait was only about 10 minutes, enough time to have our drinks, when the key was brought to us. Our room was on the 2nd floor and even though they have an elevator, we took the stairs which were easy. On opening the door, we both were wowed by the large size room and how well decorated and clean it was. The bathroom was a very good size with a heated towel rack,hair dryer and window. The best surprise was to have a private large terrace out the large french doors. The terrace was above the outdoor restaurant garden which was not in use since it was March so it was a very quiet place to sit and relax. The doors/windows also have the additional shutters that darken the room completely when closed. The room was so comfortable, quiet and dark that we actually overslept one morning, which we never do and were shocked at the time. I also enjoying walking in the morning and found this to be a quiet and safe residential area.
All the staff at the hotel are friendly,courteous and helpful. We were always greeted coming in and leaving and were given good directions on the best transport ways to the sights. The hotel has a wonderful and large breakfast buffet with everything you could want. He was always making sure all was set out plentifully and would accommodate special requests from guests. We were able to have such a large breakfast that we could tour all day and only have a snack and dinner. This is a big cost savings.
Most all travel was done by bus to the main Termini and then the metro or buses to the places we wanted to go. The metro is efficient but covers a small area but the buses are everywhere and very easy to navigate. We were surprised that we were always feeling safe and comfortable on the buses and it gave us time to review our map and tour plans and see some beautiful parts of the city while on route.
On leaving the staff discussed the transportation options for getting to the airport and we decided to have them arrange a transport shuttle for us since we had an early morning flight. The cost was 47Euros for a pleasant 40 minute ride in a Mercedes with a very handsome and congenial driver. We left Rome feeling treated to a luxurious holiday week.
We hope for a return trip and another stay at Hotel Delle Muse.