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Via san Francesco di Sales 1/a, 00165 Rome, Italy
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“We won' t be back!”

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1 of 5 stars
littleladyrocks   4 contributions
planet earth
Jan 9, 2009

Out of a three weeks stay in Italy, this was the only place where we didn' t enjoy staying. From the very moment we walked in, the lady at reception made us wait for a solid half an hour because of some confusion on the booking of the person before us. It took her another half an hour to check us in (didn' t seem like computers were much familiar with her). The room was clean but it felt like jail because of extremely little space and super highly placed window. Toilets and bathrooms were no better than in a super basic hostel (which you would pay much less than the rates you pay at the Foresteria). Only ONE computer for the whole hostel. And I wouldn' t advise you to go out in the evenings, because the place closes at 3am which is fair enough, if it wasn't for the fact that the person who answers the door at that hour looked totally infuriated that we dared turning up after midnight, and looked at us like we were total [--] for having gone out on a Friday night. Considering it was our ONLY night out in 2 weeks, I wouldn' t exactly put ourselves in the party animal category, so really there was no need to be so nasty.
In retrospect, it looks like convents in Italy got more laid back staff than the Foresteria people, from which you would expect a bit more liberal attitude considering that they depend from the local gay and lesbian centre.
Pros: Decent breakfast
Clean
Cons: The staff
Location is not close to any metro station
Only a couple of blocks from the local jail (I am serious)

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2008
  • Visit was for Moments agréables entre amis
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since January 09, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“Really good place to stay in Rome (women only)”

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4 of 5 stars
FarolDili   1 contribution
Australia
Oct 23, 2008 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

I stayed here for almost two weeks while in Rome for work. I highly recommend it for females. It is a 'hostel' but without the dirty bathrooms and noise.

Always interesting things going on in the women's centre below. The food place below is average but there is wireless down in the courtyard, so a good place to grab a glass of wine and hop on-line.

Breakfast is adequate (but late - earliest entry time is 8 am, and not before!!), with the added bonus of fresh coffee. Reception staff can be a bit cold - not a very smiley lot, but apparently with some prodding they can be quite helpful.

The location is superb - in Trastevere, and only a 10 min walk to various sites. I would recommend this for individual travellers as well as groups (e.g. mother and daughter, friends, etc).

  • Liked — Location and ambience
  • Disliked — Cold reception staff
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2008
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since October 23, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Business meeting / Event, Great food / Wine
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“Foresteria is a GREAT place to stay on a budget.”

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5 of 5 stars
lindabelinda   11 contributions
NYC
Jan 3, 2008 | Trip type: Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

The trek from Termini is worth it. This place is comfortable, safe, and located in one of the loveliest neighborhoods in Rome: Trastevere. The staff are friendly and helpful, there is free internet access, rooms and bathrooms are clean, and there are hot showers. Even in the morning. Both private rooms and dorm beds are available.

26 Euros includes a dorm bed [not bunk bed] with sheets, towels, closet with a lock, and a continental breakfast with a good variety- cereal, yogurt, toast, cheese, ham, spreads, coffee, tea, juice, etc.

Also, guests get a 10% discount at the restaurant downstairs, which is a cafeteria style eatery open for lunch and dinner, serving delicious home cooked meals. I really enjoyed my stay here and met some really great people as well. I recommend the Foresteria to all women travelers headed to Rome.

  • Liked — Comfort, breakfast, location, quiet at night.
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay December 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since January 03, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
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“Economique propre”

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4 of 5 stars
CHAMARSEILLEFRANCE   1 contribution
MARSEILLE FRANCE
Mar 30, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay September 2008
  • Visit was for Vacances
  • Traveled with Voyageur solo
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since June 11, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Oui
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“Ottima sistemazione per donne”

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5 of 5 stars
ilde66   11 contributions
rimini
Sep 8, 2008 | Trip type: Solo travel

  • Liked — la colazione e l'ubicazione a Trastevere
  • Disliked — un po' rumoroso la notte, visto il traffico del lungotevere
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay September 2008
  • Visit was for Hobby / interessi / cultura
  • Traveled with Da solo
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since March 12, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Via san Francesco di Sales 1/a, 00165 Rome, Italy