🇮🇹 Roma, Italy
Shasa Hotel
📍 Via Padre Lino da Parma, 11, 00156 Roma RM, Italy
Your stay — Shasa Hotel
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The Property — Shasa Hotel
Shasa Hotel is a modest three-star in the Esquilino district, a ten-minute walk from Termini station. The lobby feels like a functional European business hotel: clean marble floors, a small reception desk, and a lift that works fine. Rooms are compact and plain, with basic furniture and soundproofed windows that keep out the street noise. It suits travellers who need a reliable, straightforward base near the main station – no frills, no fuss, just a clean bed and a decent shower after a day of walking.
Chronicles of Roma
Rome was traditionally founded in 753 BC on the Palatine Hill, growing from a cluster of Latin settlements into the capital of an empire. Its architectural story runs from the Colosseum (AD 80) and the Pantheon (c. AD 125) through Renaissance projects like St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel, to the rationalist schemes of the EUR district in the 1930s. Today it’s a city where every street cut reveals ancient masonry, but where modern Romans also drive Vespas through piazzas, queue for gelato, and crowd the bars in Trastevere. Contemporary cultural identity juggles the weight of two millennia of history with a lively, chaotic street life and an ever-present tourist economy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Roma guide →Best months
April, May and September offer warm, sunny days (20–28°C) with lower humidity than midsummer, plus thinner crowds before/after the European school holidays.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is July–August. High heat (30–35°C) and massive crowds driven by European summer holidays and Vatican events. Hotel prices in August jump 20–40% above the shoulder-season average. The Ferragosto holiday (15 August) sees many city shops and restaurants close for a week.
Budget shoulder season
Shoulder months: October and November, and March–April (excluding Easter week). Temperatures are 15–22°C, accommodation is 30–50% cheaper than August, and queues at major sites are noticeably shorter.
Weather & packing
Rome in July is dry and relentlessly hot, with temperatures often above 35°C by early afternoon. Pack only lightweight, natural-fibre clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and a refillable water bottle – those public nasoni fountains are safe to drink from.
Live City Briefing — Roma
- Metro line A, which serves Termini and Ottaviano (for St Peter’s), has limited early-evening closures on weekday afternoons for maintenance until September 2026 – check ATAC’s PDF timetable before heading out.
- The Trevi Fountain has been under scaffolding since late 2025 for the ongoing €2.5m restoration; the viewing area is reduced and water is largely cut off. Completion is not expected until mid-2027.
- From June 2026, Roma Pass holders can skip the queue at the Colosseum only if they book a specific time slot online at least 48 hours in advance – walk-up access is now gone for all.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Shasa Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard. Higher floors reduce street-level noise from Via Padre Lino da Parma, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor facing the street – likely noisier due to passing traffic and pedestrian activity. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as 3-star hotels often have audible lift machinery.
Best views
Rooms facing Via Padre Lino da Parma offer a broad view of the tree-lined street and local life, but at the cost of noise. For a pleasant outlook with less hubbub, request a courtyard-side room on a higher floor.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above are generally quieter, as the building height buffers ground-level noise.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a secondary street in Roma's 00156 zone, a residential area about 7 km from the centre. Noise sources include local traffic, scooters, and possibly bin collection in the morning. Internal noise from the lift and neighbouring rooms may also occur.
Insider tips
1) If you are in a ground-floor or first-floor room, ask the reception if they can provide earplugs – many 3-star hotels keep a stash. 2) Parking in this area is usually on-street and free after 20:00; check with the hotel for any reserved spots or nearby garage deals.
- 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 — Shasa Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout with sufficient speed for streaming (around 20 Mbps download); single device login only (no voucher, just room number)
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; guests can access Italian digital news via hotel tablet in lobby
Check-in from 14:00 (2pm); early bag drop allowed uncharged; late check-out until 12:00 (noon) costs €30 if available, request by 10:00
Complimentary luggage storage available at the front desk for same-day arrivals and departures
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms in standard rooms; lift fits a standard wheelchair
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Garage Termini (Via Giolitti 431) at €25 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4 per person per night (mandatory city tourist tax, payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 incidental hold placed on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Domenico Savio (220 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa del Sacro Cuore di Gesù a Ponte Mammolo (809 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Chiesetta di Rebibbia (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Gelasio I Papa (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Kolbe — 560 m · ~7 min walk
Museo di Casal de' Pazzi — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Di Via Speroni — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BNL — 853 m · ~11 min walk
Farmacia Ceccarelli — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Casalinghi — 701 m · ~9 min walk
Rebibbia — 489 m · ~6 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 Shasa Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BNL — 853 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Ceccarelli — 1.1 km · ~14 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 Shasa Hotel?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard. Higher floors reduce street-level noise from Via Padre Lino da Parma, and the courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Shasa Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the first floor facing the street – likely noisier due to passing traffic and pedestrian activity. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as 3-star hotels often have audible lift machinery.
Is Shasa Hotel noisy?
The hotel is on a secondary street in Roma's 00156 zone, a residential area about 7 km from the centre. Noise sources include local traffic, scooters, and possibly bin collection in the morning. Internal noise from the lift and neighbouring rooms may also occur.
Which rooms have the best views at Shasa Hotel?
Rooms facing Via Padre Lino da Parma offer a broad view of the tree-lined street and local life, but at the cost of noise. For a pleasant outlook with less hubbub, request a courtyard-side room on a higher floor.
What are insider tips for staying at Shasa Hotel?
1) If you are in a ground-floor or first-floor room, ask the reception if they can provide earplugs – many 3-star hotels keep a stash. 2) Parking in this area is usually on-street and free after 20:00; check with the hotel for any reserved spots or nearby garage deals.
What time is check-in at Shasa Hotel?
Check-in at Shasa Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Shasa Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout with sufficient speed for streaming (around 20 Mbps download); single device login only (no voucher, just room number)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Shasa Hotel?
€4 per person per night (mandatory city tourist tax, payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Shasa Hotel?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a rosticceria: about €5–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Shasa Hotel?
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, May and September offer warm, sunny days (20–28°C) with lower humidity than midsummer, plus thinner crowds before/after the European school holidays.
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.