My family and I stayed at this hotel for three nights. It was clean and comfortable, the staff very helpful. Breakfast was lovely, plenty of everything, ideal for big appetites! Very quiet, the only sound was nearby church bells, despite the nearness of a busy main road. Easy to walk to all the sights in the city from this hotel. Hotel organised a complimentary tour around the heart of Rome which was excellent. Would not hesitate to recommend this hotel and would definitely use it again

We chose this hotel on the basis of reviews on this site. It is in a wonderful position for all the sites and resturants. We did have a problem with the low ceilings and have a few bumps to prove it. The shower over the bath worked well but flooded the floor however careful we were. The breakfast was good,the coffee excellent and staff helpful so on balance we would recommend it.

We stayed at the Hotel Santa Maria for four days in february 2006 and were completely satisfied by each aspect of the stay. From the moment we were collected at the airport by the hotel-arranged car we felt that nothing could be too much trouble. this was especially important to us as we were accompanied by our most discerning 17 month old son... His, and our, every need was attended to and we never felt that we were intruding on someone else's space. the rooms were comfortable, although not huge, and the public spaces were very welcoming. The location of the hotel may be considered rather remote from the main attractions for some, but the ease of travel did not make this a problem and it was a positive bonus in the evening when we were able to walk less that 200 metres and have a choice of many welcoming and authentic eating places.

I would definitely go back to this hotel and recommend it to friends who are looking for a quiet hotel with lots of charm.

Just returned from this great little hotel tucked away in a narrow street in the characterful and bustling Trastavere district. Lots of restaurants and bars nearby, and within walking distance of all the main tourist sites. It is a cool oasis to return to for drinks in the garden courtyard in the early evening where complimentary snacks are provided. Our room was off the courtyard, clean and neat with a very nice bathroom. Staff are very helpful and will recommend/book restaurants, taxis etc. Internet access is provided free. Breakfast will set you up for the day. We loved it and will always stay here when in Rome. This is a quiet hotel - not for noisy late night drinkers though you can do that round the corner in the Piazza. Don't be put off by graffiti on the narrow streets of Trastavere - its just Rome.