🇮🇹 Roma, Italy
Hotel Tre Fontane
📍 51, Via del Serafico, Roma, 00142
Your stay — Hotel Tre Fontane
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The Property — Hotel Tre Fontane
Hotel Tre Fontane is a straightforward, family-run three-star in Rome's EUR district, known for its clean lines and calm atmosphere. The lobby feels more like a modern Italian sitting room than a hotel reception — small, tiled, with a receptionist who actually remembers faces. It suits travellers who want a reliable base away from the tourist crush, with easy metro access to the historic centre.
Chronicles of Roma
Rome was founded in 753 BCE according to legend, and grew from a cluster of hilltop settlements into the capital of an empire that shaped Western law, language and architecture. Medieval popes rebuilt the city around pilgrimage routes, while the Renaissance brought a burst of palaces and piazzas from architects like Bramante and Michelangelo. Today, Rome wears its 2,500 years openly: Roman forums sit metres from Baroque fountains, and Modernist buildings like those in EUR (where this hotel sits) stand as bold, sometimes controversial additions. Its contemporary identity is still defined by that layered past, balanced with a bustling, lived-in energy that shrugs off pure heritage tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Roma guide →Best months
Late April to early June and September to October give you warm, sunny days (20–28°C) with fewer crowds than midsummer. Spring brings flowering gardens and outdoor café culture; autumn is harvest season for local produce.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak months, driven by European school holidays and the Ferragosto festival (15 August). Temperatures regularly hit 35°C, hotel prices jump 30–50% above shoulder season, and the Vatican Museums queue can stretch three hours.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the sweet spot for discounts: room rates drop 10–20% from peak, weather is reliably pleasant, and major sites have shorter queues. Early October also works, though evenings get cooler.
Weather & packing
Rome in early July is hot and humid — expect highs around 32°C with occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Pack light linen or cotton layers, suncream, and a foldable umbrella; a reusable water bottle is essential for refilling at city's public fountains (nasoni).
Live City Briefing — Roma
- Rome's Metro Line B, which connects EUR to Termini and the Colosseum, is running reduced weekend services for maintenance until mid-July — Factor in 10 extra minutes for trains.
- The Vatican Museums have launched a new 'Early Entry' ticket option for 7:30 am entry, available only for July and August, to beat the heat and queues.
- Tre Fontane Abbey, a short walk from the hotel, is still undergoing church restoration but the monastic eucalyptus liqueur shop remains open for visitors.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Tre Fontane, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard, away from Via del Serafico. These floors clear street-level noise and the courtyard side is quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and street) and any room facing Via del Serafico, a main road in the EUR business district with traffic noise during rush hours.
Best views
Ask for a rear-facing room overlooking the courtyard or the neighbourhood’s low-rise residential blocks; the front view is just a busy dual carriageway and office buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 are the quietest, as they’re above the street-level din and away from the lift lobby on lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Via del Serafico is a main artery connecting EUR to the ring road, so expect traffic hum from 7am-9am and 5pm-7pm. The hotel has double glazing, but it’s not soundproof — heavier on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. The hotel has on-site parking (limited spaces) — book it directly with reception at least 48 hours ahead, because street parking is scarce and paid. 2. Check-in at 14:00 is strict; if you arrive early, dump bags at the luggage store (no fee) and walk 10 minutes to the EUR Palasport metro for a quick central Rome connection.
- 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 Tre Fontane
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download—enough for browsing but not streaming 4K; no login, just select the hotel network
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No daily newspaper; free digital edition of major Italian papers via tablet in lobby
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for €30, subject to availability
Free luggage storage at reception on check-in/check-out day
Step-free entrance via ramped side door; lift to all floors; no grab rails in standard bathrooms—two accessible rooms available on request
No on-site parking; nearest public garage 'Parcheggio EUR Marconi' 800m away at €20/night; no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €6 per person per night (up to 10 nights); children under 10 exempt
Deposit & card hold: First night prepaid at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Gregorio Barbarigo (334 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: San Marco Evangelista in Agro Laurentino (882 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Immacolata (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dello Spirito Santo alla Ferratella (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Euroma2 — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Parco Mattia Preti — 704 m · ~9 min walk
Archivio museo storico di Fiume — 746 m · ~9 min walk
Atlantico Live! — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 47 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacia Corsetti — 374 m · ~5 min walk
Alimentari Tintoni — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Laurentina — 271 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Termini station and airports that charge high commissions or poor rates.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard is widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and transport, but small bars or markets may require cash for purchases under €10.
Not expected; round up the bill in restaurants or leave €1-2 for good service. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at a bar counter espresso: €1.00–1.20. Sitting at a table adds €2–3.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: €5–8 with a drink.
A pasta or pizza main at a trattoria or pizzeria: €10–15.
Testaccio area (near Piramide) has a lively market and street-food stalls; also around Porta Portese market on Sundays.
Tigre, Conad, and Carrefour Express are common in the area.
Via Nazionale and Via del Corso chain stores like OVS and H&M; also Porta Portese flea market on Sunday mornings for second-hand bargains.
Single metro/bus ticket €1.50 (100 min); day pass €7. Budget from airport: shuttle bus to Termini €6–7.
Buy metro/bus tickets at tabacchi before boarding to avoid surcharges. Eat at lunchtime when same pizzeria dishes cost less than dinner. Take reusable water bottle to free public water fountains (nasoni).
Good to know — Roma
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Tre Fontane
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 47 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Corsetti — 374 m · ~5 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 Tre Fontane?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard, away from Via del Serafico. These floors clear street-level noise and the courtyard side is quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Tre Fontane?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and street) and any room facing Via del Serafico, a main road in the EUR business district with traffic noise during rush hours.
Is Hotel Tre Fontane noisy?
Via del Serafico is a main artery connecting EUR to the ring road, so expect traffic hum from 7am-9am and 5pm-7pm. The hotel has double glazing, but it’s not soundproof — heavier on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Tre Fontane?
Ask for a rear-facing room overlooking the courtyard or the neighbourhood’s low-rise residential blocks; the front view is just a busy dual carriageway and office buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Tre Fontane?
1. The hotel has on-site parking (limited spaces) — book it directly with reception at least 48 hours ahead, because street parking is scarce and paid. 2. Check-in at 14:00 is strict; if you arrive early, dump bags at the luggage store (no fee) and walk 10 minutes to the EUR Palasport metro for a quick central Rome connection.
What time is check-in at Hotel Tre Fontane?
Check-in at Hotel Tre Fontane is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Tre Fontane have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download—enough for browsing but not streaming 4K; no login, just select the hotel network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Tre Fontane?
€6 per person per night (up to 10 nights); children under 10 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Tre Fontane?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: €5–8 with a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Tre Fontane?
Single metro/bus ticket €1.50 (100 min); day pass €7. Budget from airport: shuttle bus to Termini €6–7.
When is the best time to visit Roma?
Late April to early June and September to October give you warm, sunny days (20–28°C) with fewer crowds than midsummer. Spring brings flowering gardens and outdoor café culture; autumn is harvest season for local produce.
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.