We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Marta. The room wasn't ready when we got there, but it was lunch time, we left the bags, had something to eat and came back. No problem at all. They offered to put the bags in our room if we wanted to go out all afternoon. The staff are polite and helpful, the room was clean and tidy. Yes the towels are unusual, but they are clean, look new and they do the job! The guesthouse is hidden away in a quiet and safe area. I can't tell you how handy the location is for everything!! As the previous poster said, save your money for things you want to enjoy on your holiday and don't pay double the price elsewhere (and you will need money as Rome ain't cheap). Round the corner are restaurants, bars, ice cream ATM's. A walk over the bridge and you are Navrona Square.Would definately use again.

We did not have a great experience at the Marta Guest House. When we got there, they didn't have our reservation on hand. They had to prepare the rooms after we got there. Then, they realized they didn't have the key to the room, so we had to switch rooms. The air conditioning didn't work, and when we complained, the guy called us spoiled for wanting air conditioning. Then after a lot of fuss, moved us to ANOTHER room. The beds are rock hard. The bathroom door was broken. And as for location, the area was dead. We had to walk a lot to find a lively area. I would not recommend this hotel.

Stayed at Marta Guesthouse in Rome for 8 nights in mid August. Great location (most major sites are within walking distance). It is in a business building that is very quiet. There are 16 rooms. Nice size, full bathroom and clean. The only downfall for us were the hard beds. Staff were very nice especially Ovidio. As soon as we checked in, he handed us a detailed map of the city center and wrote all over it (buses to take, prices, walking distance in minutes). He was extremely helpful. There are restaurants, bars and cafes all around so you can get a quick breakfast and be on your way. We paid 95 euros a night but Ovidio said that we could pay 85 euros a night if we paid in cash.

I stayed 6 days with Marta guest house, I think I did a good choice.
The staff were very helpful, they do what they can do just to keep you happy and are very polite. Good to communicate with them in English.
The location is fantastic, most of famous places are within the reach of your hand! Such as the Vatican or Pizza Novana within 10 minutes walk. The hotel is very handy as well for shops, Cafes. I cant find anything to complain. If I visit Rome in the future, Marta guest house will be my stay.

Faris/ New Zealand