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Reviews of RIVER 88

88 Piazza della Rovere, Trastevere, 00165 Rome, Italy

#3755 of 3,987 B&Bs and Inns in Rome

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 52 hotel reviews

6.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.8

  • Comfort

    6.7

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    6.3

  • Staff

    6.4

  • Value for money

    6.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.0

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  • Reviewed: 7 March 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Location is excellent, but the traffic noise from the street below can be too much. If you stay there, definitely take earplugs with you. And the main street-entrance door keypad entry system is making mistakes. Sometimes you have to punch in the code 40 times (yes, 40X) to work. Frustrating! But overall, it was a good choice for us!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very noisy, the window has no sound isolation, but all the other things were fine.

    Good location.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    7.0
    For a 2-day stay which was based around a concert, it was ok. The room met our criteria.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room is clean and rather comfortable however it could do with some sprucing-up. It was probably refurbished a few years ago and is now getting a little bit tired. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was clean and had good water pressure in the shower. We did not take much notice of the common area that's shared between the two rooms but some sprucing-up is in order too. The common area staircase etc really needs to be painted and tidied up.

    Our main reason for our visit to rome this time was a concert at circo massimo therefore we wanted accomodation which was not further than a 30 minute walk away. Our flight was delayed and we arrived very early in the morning. I emailed the host who promptly replied giving me clear instructions how to get into the room and that was excellent. The location is great too, just across the river tiber with castel sant'angelo just a few minutes walk away. The main sights of Rome are no more than 40 minutes walk away. Room was reasonably priced too so we did not expect any frills or luxuries.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AC had a hard time keeping it cold. AC could definitely be upgraded. Shower drain doesn’t drain well.

    Location and price.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The apartment is next to the hospital and a major road, so you'll be hearing ambulance sirens all night long and loud cars bikes, people coming drunk from partying so if you're a light sleeper this is a big no. Also the lock on the room itself is a pain in the ass to open, the key just wobbles inside, can't imagine trying to open this while drunk, or if you have mobility issues.

    Location from 10 to 25min walk to everywhere you wanna visit, Vaticano, Fontana di trevi, etc.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    was very loud by the main road, toiletries could’ve been provided

    not far from the city centre

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    6.0
    Convenient for sightseeing but extremely noizy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is very good for sightseeing but extremely noizy and imposible to rest during night or day. No extra blankets and it was very cold. We were told the heating was automatic but the tempreture was no more than 18 - 19 degrees inside which is not enought for my taste.

    The check in was easy and it was clean.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2023

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tea and coffee facilities could improve, there was a kettle and instant coffee, no proper mugs just plastic cups, no tea, sugar or milk.

    Location was excellent

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was not particularly clean and was noisy at night as it was next to the main road. The noise of traffic took some getting used to.

    The location was amazing as the hotel was in central Rome

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    2.0
    Would not recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unless you’re absolutely set on this location, I wouldn’t recommend staying here. While it appeared clean at first glance, the space was in need of a deep clean. The sheets had a musty odor, as if they had been left damp for days, and the shower had noticeable black mildew in the grout lines. I also encountered two unidentified bugs—one inside the bedside drawer and another behind the nightstand. Overall, the cleanliness and upkeep left much to be desired.

    The location was good, WiFi was great.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    1.0
    Terrible Experience
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bad host. Not clean. No value for money. The host thinks that he can charge 120€+ and that's okay because others in Rome charge 200€+... While the apartment is jn terrible condition and looks like that the manager hasn't been there to see it for a long time. I could write lots of things more but it just isn't worth it. I will also put a 2* on Booking App because they should be ashamed for putting such a bad apartment on their lists.

    Good location.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2024

    1.0
    Disappointed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No communication. I received message one day after from the property.

    Actually i couldn’t stay there because I couldn’t contact the property until 16:30 pm. So I needed to call the customer support. Thankfully they helped me and cleared things up. The property was not available. Customer support suggested me another place where was very far from the center. I was already at the center and picked this place for the location so didn’t accept it and needed to book another place last minute and i lost alot of hours with that and going one place to one place with my staffs.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    3.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately I wouldn't recommend it. Fortunately, other reviews informed us of the loudness.... overall, this place is overpriced, dirty, badly equipped, old sheets... a little effort could go a long way... Sad to see a place with potential being managed and decorated so badly... see it for yourself...

    Location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    1.0
    If you're thinking about staying here, don't. The owner is even dirtier than this disgusting room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The place was absolutely dirty. Sticky dirty floors with urine smell in the bathroom, you can't even flush paper in the toilet and barely anything passes. Window was cracked, towels were moldy and the contact was nowhere to be found. When we got there there was no one and no message on how to get it. Had to call the guy 10+ times to get a copypasted whatsapp message with our key location. Never helped or replied with anything, and he asked for city tax money we had ALREADY paid to booking! He is a scammer!

    Only the location. Walkable distance to most places.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is next to a very busy street, and it is quite loud.

    Location is great, room was nice.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Could have done with another mirror - there was only one small face mirror in the bathroom above the sink. A full length one for the bedroom would have been helpful.

    Great size room and the location was brilliant - very short walk away from the vatican and right next to Travestere neighbourhood which was so nice for outdoor/backstreet drinks and dining. Walked everywhere from this hotel. Bed was quite big for a double and comfortable. For the price, it was perfect.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very noisy, not very clean, location was good

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location for a short or long stay in Rome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Due to the air conditioning setup the noise from the road is a little loud. Not an issue if you are used to city living.

    Great location, Castel Sant'Angelo visible from the front door. Amenities close by and perfect local places for dinner and breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    3.0
    If it wasn't for the bed and the traffic noise... the stay could have been decent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bed was incredible uncomfortable. Room is next to a busy street, the window does not block any noise at all. Traffic noise is so loud during the entire night that it just sound as of the cars and motorcycles drive right next to your bed! The only reason we were able to get any sleep at all is because my wife thought to bring some ear plugs. Terrible!

    Location is the only reason to take this place

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    9.0
    Super convenient and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Very easy self check-in, great location right next to the bus, tv had a few English channels, bathroom with shower, comfortable and clean. It was private and had everything we could want.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    9.0
    Will be back in the future. !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No shampoo / shower gel

    The location was wonderful and a nice AC that works in the Roman heat. The staff let us check in early which is really amazing and grateful for.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    8.0
    Great budget-friendly option without skimping on comfort and cleanliness
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No welcome by the owners. A proper light blocking curtain would be ideal as the street is very busy.

    Nice big room and everything very clean. Excellent storage spaces, including coat hanging rack and drawers. Small bathroom but pleasantly clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2023

    8.0
    You can pretty much walk everywhere from here
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It is basically a flat in an apartment block (which includes two private and fully lockable ensuite bedrooms plus a shared kitchen) so there is no signage outside. You have to pick up the key from a dropbox arrangement, for which you are given a code. But this wasn't explained to us in advance so we arrived at the address with absolutely no idea how to get in, or which property we had rented. Luckily we were able to get the owner on the phone, who then texted info on how to obtain the keys and where to go, but it would have been much easier and less anxiety-inducing if he'd given us this info in advance.

    The location is excellent, and the accommodation is great. It is next to a busy road, which runs between the property and the Tiber, so there is a lot of road noise, which didn't bother us at all, but some people may have a problem with that.

    Stayed in April 2023

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