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Ask any Rome oldtimer what the most authentic neighborhoods in the historic center are and he or she will undoubtedly mention Trastevere, of course. But they'll probably also mention Monti, a tiny quartiere that's not usually written about in guidebooks. Nestled halfway between the Spanish Steps and the Coliseum, it is actually one of the Eternal City's best-kept secrets, and like many treasures, it's been right there under everyone's noses all the time.
Measuring barely more than 20 blocks square, Monti occupies the hill behind Trajan's Market. At its edges are the Forum, Santa Maria Maggiore, Via Nazionale and Via Cavour, yet it has none of the late-19th-century vehicular clamor and architectural clumsiness that we usually associate with the area around the Coliseum. Monti's 4- and 5-story buildings date back as far as the 1400s and are painted the terra cotta, umber and burnt sienna colors that make pictures of Rome so spectacular. The streets are lined with "real people" shops whose owners sell not souvenirs but the staples of everyday life: brooms, fresh tomatoes, extension cords, whole chickens, casual dresses.... It is the epitome of Roman life: you can stand on one corner and see a 1st-century stone wall, a 14th-century brick tower, and a 21st-century traffic sign complete with graffiti!
In the very center of Monti is this delightful air-conditioned apartment, which measures about 860 sq. ft. and has what is a true rarity in the heart of ancient Rome: its very own private garden with a table and chairs, sun chairs, an outdoor shower, a lemon tree and a peach tree! On the first floor of an 18th-century building, it is quiet and elegant, featuring arch-and-wood-beam ceilings, the original terracotta floors and elegant Venetian plaster painting throughout. The bright and airy living room opens onto the garden and is furnished with a double sofa bed, a dining table and chairs, sideboard, bookcase, satellite TV and telephone. Next door is the kitchen, equipped with a stove, oven, fridge, and washing machine. The restful double bedroom has an antique king bed, an armoire, chest of drawers, writing desk and stuffed chair, plus partial views of Trajan’s Forum from the window. There is also a single bedroom with a desk and wardrobe, and a bathroom with stall shower.
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| 2008 Prices for the Apartment Three-Night Minimum Stay |
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| Low Season Jan. 9-March 15 March 31-Dec. 21 |
High Season |
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| Price for 2 People | ||
| Nightly | 203.00 EURO | 234.00 EURO |
| Weekly | 1234.00 EURO | 1416.00 EURO |
| Price for 3 People | ||
| Nightly | 224.00 EURO | 260.00 EURO |
| Weekly | 1342.00 EURO | 1545.00 EURO |
| Price for 4 People | ||
| Nightly | 246.00 EURO | 286.00 EURO |
| Weekly | 1450.00 EURO | 1674.00 EURO |
| Price for 5 People | ||
| Nightly | 267.00 EURO | 311.00 EURO |
| Weekly | 1557.00 EURO | 1803.00 EURO |
The price you pay is based on the maximum number of people who use the apartment
at any one time during your stay, even if for only one night
Prices include: taxes, services, one change of linens, and gas and electricity
up to 1.50 Euro/day. If you use more than this, which is unlikely, you will
pay the balance at checkout
Not included in the price: 50 Euro for final cleaning; 50 Euro if
you arrive
before 9 am, after 7 pm, or any time on Sunday or on a holiday
(in 2008, the holidays are Jan. 1, Jan.
6, March 23, March 24, April 25, May 1, June 2, June 29, Aug. 15, Nov. 1, Dec. 8, Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 26,
and Dec. 31)
Children under 3 years old pay nothing.
Children 3-12 years old pay 70% of the per-person price for adults (this discount applies only after the minimum quota of people has been reached for the apartment's size).
A crib and/or highchair are available
for 30 Euro/week (or briefer) and
must be reserved at time of booking.
Check-in: 3pm-7pm
Check-out: by 10am
Refundable security deposit: 200 Euro
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