🇮🇹 Roma, Italy
Hotel Darival
📍 11, Via del Casale di San Basilio, Roma, 00156
Your stay — Hotel Darival
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The Property — Hotel Darival
Hotel Darival is a straightforward 3-star in the Tiburtina business district, about 15 minutes by metro from the historic centre. The lobby is compact and functional, with a front desk that gets you checked in efficiently, and a lift that actually works. Rooms are clean and basic – good for travellers who prioritise price and a solid night's sleep over character or charm. It suits budget-conscious visitors or those catching an early train from Tiburtina station.
Chronicles of Roma
Rome was founded traditionally in 753 BC, growing from a cluster of hillside settlements into the capital of an empire that dominated the Mediterranean for centuries. Imperial fora, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon still dominate the cityscape. After the fall of the empire, Rome became the seat of the Papacy, leaving layer after layer of Renaissance and Baroque churches and palazzos. Today, it's a global capital of tourism, packed with ancient ruins, world-class museums, and an urban energy that mixes millennia-old streets with modern traffic and café life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Roma guide →Best months
April to June and September to October are ideal: the weather is warm but not scorching, and crowds are lighter than July–August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak tourism months, driven by European summer holidays. Rome swelters with 30–35°C heat and massive queues at major sites. Hotel prices spike 30–50% above shoulder rates.
Budget shoulder season
Late October to early November and March are excellent budget shoulders: hotel discounts of 20–30% over summer, still pleasant weather (15–20°C), and far fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Rome in July is reliably hot and dry, but sudden afternoon downpours can happen. Pack a light rain jacket and a reusable water bottle to refill at public fountains.
Live City Briefing — Roma
- Metro line B renovation works may cause delays on the Tiburtina–Colosseo section; check ATAC for weekend closures.
- The Vatican Museums have extended late-night openings on Fridays until 11pm in July, worth booking ahead.
- New pedestrian zone on Via dei Fori Imperiali now fully in place; no cars between the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Darival, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 (if available) facing the courtyard at the rear of the building. These are typically quieter and away from street-level noise in a residential zone off Via del Casale di San Basilio.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-2 facing the front, as these are closest to the street and likely to pick up traffic from the via and the nearby roundabout. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft—common for light sleepers in older hotels.
Best views
The best view is from upper rear rooms overlooking the internal courtyard or adjacent low-rise residential blocks—nothing panoramic, but a calmer outlook than the street side. Front rooms see a quiet suburban street with parked cars.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above tend to be quieter, assuming the hotel has a lift and standard floor numbering starting from ground. Most noise sources are street-level, so upper floors offer a buffer.
🔊 Noise notes
Located on a secondary road in a residential area of north-east Rome (zone San Basilio/Monte Sacro). Expect moderate traffic noise during the day, minimal at night. The building may have thin windows typical of 3-star Italian hotels. Occasional noise from nearby bars or a small market on the corner.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, ask about free on-street parking—this residential area often has unrestricted parking on side streets off the via. 2. Check-in can be slow; arrive after 3pm to avoid the queue from tour groups. Request a top-floor rear room specifically when booking—directly to the hotel by email or phone, as online systems may not offer it.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Darival
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps); premium tier at €5/day (20 Mbps). Requires room number and surname login
One lift serves all five floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access at lobby iPad; printed Corriere della Sera available at breakfast
Check-in 14:00-23:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 (free). Late check-out until 13:00 for €30, subject to availability
Free for same-day departures; overnight storage €5 per bag
Step-free via ramp at side entrance; lift to all floors. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Via di Settebagni 12 (€15/24h, 400m walk). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €7 per person per night (up to 10 nights; children under 10 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Cleto (488 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Liborio (577 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Sant'Achille (884 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Opera dei Santi Angeli (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Talenti Village Commerciale — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Parco Achille Tartaro — 309 m · ~4 min walk
Museo di Casal de' Pazzi — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Di Via Speroni — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 130 m · ~2 min walk
Benedetti Placchesi — 704 m · ~9 min walk
Minimarket — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Pugliese — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for the best rates; avoid money exchange bureaux at Termini station and tourist spots — they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard contactless are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport; Amex is less common. Many smaller bars and market stalls may be cash-only, so carry €20–€50 in small notes.
Not expected. Round up the bill or leave small change (€1–€2) for table service; taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel porters €1–€2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at a bar counter: €1.10–€1.30 (sitting at a table doubles the price).
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a rosticceria: about €5–€8.
A pasta or pizza main at a trattoria off the main streets: €10–€14.
East from 00156, Via Tiburtina has clusters of budget takeaways and pizzerias; also check the area around Piazza Bologna for inexpensive rosticcerie and kebab shops.
Conad, Coop, and Eurospin are common budget supermarkets in 00156.
Discount chains like OVS, Terranova, and Kiabi at shopping centres (e.g., Centro Commerciale Roma Est, a bus ride away).
Daily ATAC ticket (€7.50) valid for bus, metro, tram; 7-day pass (€24). From Fiumicino airport: take the Terravision or SIT bus to Tiburtina or Termini (€6–€7) instead of the train.
Buy groceries at Conad or Coop for picnic lunches; drink your coffee at the counter not the table; use the Roma 24h ticket if making more than four journeys in a day.
Good to know — Roma
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Roma, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Darival
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 130 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Benedetti Placchesi — 704 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Roma Termini (Dir: Battistini) → Spagna station (Spanish Steps)
💡 Buy a BIT ticket at tabacchi or machines. Validate before entering platform. Hotel is a 5-min walk from Termini entrance on Via Giolitti side – use Repubblica exit for Spagna line.
Fiumicino Airport (train station in terminal) → Roma Termini (then 8 mins walk to hotel)
💡 No stops until Termini – fastest rail option. The hotel is a short straight walk east on Via Principe Amedeo; exit Termini from tracks 1 side. Skip buying from ticket touts; use official machines or Trenitalia app.
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Ateneo Palace Hotel (Via Principe Amedeo, 5)
💡 Use the official white taxi queue only. Ask for a flat rate to central Rome (set by law, usually €48-€55). Avoid drivers who approach inside the terminal.
Fiumicino Airport central bus station (outside T3) → Roma Termini bus stop (Via Giolitti)
💡 Good for very late arrivals when trains stop. Less comfortable but far cheaper than taxi. Note: night buses stop outside Termini; hotel is a 10-min walk down Via Principe Amedeo – stick to well-lit streets.
About Roma
Wikipedia ↗
Rome is the capital city and most populated comune (municipality) of Italy. It is also the administrative centre of the Lazio region and of the Metropolitan City of Rome. A special comune named Roma Capitale with a population of 2.7 million in an area of 1,287.36 km2 (497.1 mi2), Rome is the third m...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Darival?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 (if available) facing the courtyard at the rear of the building. These are typically quieter and away from street-level noise in a residential zone off Via del Casale di San Basilio.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Darival?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-2 facing the front, as these are closest to the street and likely to pick up traffic from the via and the nearby roundabout. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft—common for light sleepers in older hotels.
Is Hotel Darival noisy?
Located on a secondary road in a residential area of north-east Rome (zone San Basilio/Monte Sacro). Expect moderate traffic noise during the day, minimal at night. The building may have thin windows typical of 3-star Italian hotels. Occasional noise from nearby bars or a small market on the corner.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Darival?
The best view is from upper rear rooms overlooking the internal courtyard or adjacent low-rise residential blocks—nothing panoramic, but a calmer outlook than the street side. Front rooms see a quiet suburban street with parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Darival?
1. If you drive, ask about free on-street parking—this residential area often has unrestricted parking on side streets off the via. 2. Check-in can be slow; arrive after 3pm to avoid the queue from tour groups. Request a top-floor rear room specifically when booking—directly to the hotel by email or phone, as online systems may not offer it.
What time is check-in at Hotel Darival?
Check-in at Hotel Darival is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Darival have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps); premium tier at €5/day (20 Mbps). Requires room number and surname login
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Darival?
€7 per person per night (up to 10 nights; children under 10 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Darival?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a rosticceria: about €5–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Darival?
Daily ATAC ticket (€7.50) valid for bus, metro, tram; 7-day pass (€24). From Fiumicino airport: take the Terravision or SIT bus to Tiburtina or Termini (€6–€7) instead of the train.
When is the best time to visit Roma?
April to June and September to October are ideal: the weather is warm but not scorching, and crowds are lighter than July–August.
Top Attractions in Roma
💡 Stand on the yellow disk on the floor for the best perspective on the painted dome. The ceiling frescoes include a subtle 3D trick.
💡 Go between 6am and 7am for quiet photos. Throwing a coin over your shoulder into the fountain is said to guarantee return to Rome.
💡 View it from the nearby square. Entry inside isn't usually open but the exterior is worth a short stop between the Circus Maximus and the Mouth of Truth.
💡 Rent a rowboat on the lake for €6 for 30 minutes. The Bioparco zoo inside costs entry but the gardens are free.
💡 Go early to beat the crowds and haggle politely. Bring small change and watch your pockets. The market stretches along Via Portuense and Piazza Ippolito Nievo.