Hotel Star  

North of Rome in the Marcigliana / Via Salaria area, about 15–19 km from the historic center. Easy drive to the Tiber River, Port of Rome Mall and city highlights like Piazza Bologna, Villa Borghese and Piazza del Popolo.

A modern three-star superior, renovated in 2011, with 25 air-conditioned rooms that mix practical comfort and simple style. Expect pillowtop beds, private balconies or patios, minibars/refrigerators, LCD TVs and bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries. Rooftop terrace and garden spaces add a relaxed, local vibe.

Wake up to garden views and unwind on the rooftop terrace. On-site perks include a restaurant and bar, hair salon, arcade/game room, karaoke and even a casino and picnic area. Private parking is available and the hotel runs transfers; the place is family-friendly and pet-friendly.

24-hour business center, two meeting rooms / event space (about 323 sq ft), limo/town car service and express check-in. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout; airport shuttles and train pick-up services can be arranged for a surcharge.

La Cupola serves Italian cuisine with garden-view, alfresco options. The hotel kitchen leans local — meat specials, fish on Fridays and pizza at lunch — plus a bar with pastries, room service (limited hours) and breakfasts ranging from buffet to cooked-to-order.