The property is very nice. It has a private security gate and you also use a key card to enter the building then also your room. Silvio was great to work with. He communicated quickly and thoroughly and also made dinner suggestions and a reservation for us. It well located in the Trastevere area. Right in front of a bus stop and not too far to walk to many of Rome’s major areas. The bed was really comfy.

Stayed in October 2025

Nothing!

Silvio is the best host I’ve ever had. He’s so kind and really makes you feel at home. He also gives you the best recommendations and is there to help with whatever you need. The property was in the best location, close to plenty of restaurants and shops but in a quiet safe neighborhood. Close to tons of tram and bus stops so it’s super easy to get to all the big places in Rome. I will always stay at Villa Matissa every time I go to Rome!

Stayed in October 2025

Silvio is a very kind and attentive host. We felt very comfortable, and the location of the villa is ideal. Silvio was always available to answer our questions and was very knowledgeable. All the sights are within walking distance or easily accessible by public transport. The next time we visit Rome, we will book this beautiful and quiet accommodation in Trastevere again.

Stayed in October 2025

We liked everything.

We loved the location. The bus stop was just down the street less than 100 yards, with easy access to other public transport. Also, Silvio, the owner was helpful when we needed reservations made or a taxi called. He also coordinated rides for us to and from the airport. Most importantly, the bed was comfortable and the shower great.

Stayed in September 2025

Silvio was a great and communicative host. The property and its garden were beautiful. Our room was quiet and comfortable and the blackout shades allowed us to have the best sleep ever. Great/walkable location — hardly needed to order taxis for transport. We send our love to Sam! 🐈‍⬛

Stayed in September 2025

There wasn’t much to dislike! The A/C worked great and the beds were comfortable, so what more could you ask for?

The property was in a perfect location for easily seeing sights while still having some peace at night.

Stayed in September 2025

No complaints 😊

A very comfortable home away from home for our stay in Rome, and a quiet refuge from summer heat and crowds. Silvio is a great host, offering tips about the buses & streetcars that stop just outside the front door or around the corner. Plenty of restaurants nearby but we were happy to be a few blocks from the nightly scene in Trastevere. Our room was large, overlooking the lovely garden.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing wrong. Perhaps that we didn’t find enough time to spend in the lovely garden.

Relaxed and friendly in the best sort of way. A beautiful villa in a quiet part of Trastavere. The host, Silvio, made you feel welcomed immediately and helped with booking an excellent local restaurant.

Stayed in June 2025

Sylvio is a great host. The location is impeccable. Safe and clean.

Stayed in June 2025

After the chaos of Rome, we loved the privacy and beauty of the garden and terrace. Our host was a great help in arranging drivers from the train station and to the airport at the end of our stay. Our room and bathroom were very comfortable.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

Such a great find! The garden was a tranquil and peaceful respite after a busy day exploring Rome. The area was lovely and safe at all hours.

Stayed in May 2025

The property was quaint, very clean, and it was close to all the food and night life in Trastevere. It is less centralized from downtown Rome, but that was our intention. The owner was very nice and helpful. They had a nice garden to sit and relax. It was a wonderful stay!

Stayed in May 2025

The beautiful property was quiet and peaceful.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

Location Cleanliness Garden Patio Service from Silvio

Stayed in May 2025

We loved our stay - it was perfect for us. If you are staying bring your own toiletries as there is a simple body wash/shampoo which is fine but for my daughter and I we needed more products but we purchased them near by. The nearest cafe is a few blocks away- this is a very residential street so if you are looking to be in the center of things know that you will walk at least 4-5 blocks. We did not mind this.

This is a small hotel that feels like staying in a home. It is within walking distance of several cafes and restaurants and close to the center of the cobble streets of Trastevere but sits on a side street away from the crowds. We found Sylvio very helpful with our check in and suggestions of where to go to eat, maps and bus info. It was a perfect location for my daughter and I. There are a few buses that stop directly in front of the hotel that take you to central Rome near the Colloseum or Termini. There is also a small garden to sit in if you want some time to relax in the quiet. The room is clean, simple and quiet. There is a shared kitchen area with sink and dishes available. Each room has a small fridge which is helpful for keeping water.

Stayed in April 2025

Beautiful property in a great location. The host - Silvio - was very accommodating and gave us a nice little intro to the area and the property, then otherwise stayed out of the way. As many other reviews will point out, it’s a quiet little location set back from the street, high ceilings and big windows, with a beautiful garden in the back. Great reprieve from busy days in Rome. All around, excellent trip, no complaints and would stay here again!

Stayed in April 2025

fantastico ! best place to sleep during the visit in Rome Hidden gem, place in a quiet neighborhood, friendly and helpful owner offers help with everything you need to know about transportation and local restaurant's, easy and accessible bus just out side....and the lovely gardens that give rest for the mind after long tour day what a place !

Stayed in April 2025

We had a lovely time staying at Villa Matissa. Silvio was an amazing host and had recommendations for the best places to get food nearby which were spot on and he arranged our reservations and airport transfers. The villa is in a great location, a short walk away from all the food offerings of Trastevere. You can easily get a tram or bus into the centre of Rome as well but we ended up walking everywhere anyway as it wasn't that far. We loved sitting out in the lovely garden in the mornings and the evenings with Sam the cat. We highly recommend Villa Matissa and will stay here again if we manage to return to Rome.

Stayed in April 2025

I'm usually rather good at finding something negative; however, I have nothing but praise for Villa Matissa.

I appreciated everything that Silvio helped with. His recommendations for local, non-touristy eateries was spot on. The one restaurant he made a reservation at, for me, was probably the best pasta dish I've had in decades. Silvio was there when needed and otherwise, left me to my privacy. Perfect! As an added bonus, right outside the gate is a bus stop that was incredibly useful. There's a nasone at the end of the block and the property is within a 3 minute walk of everything Trastevere has to offer.

Stayed in March 2025

The lack of breakfast served in the property is a detractor, but the availability of places nearby where we could go out for breakfast mitigated the issue.

The strong points were: 1 - The owner / manager of the property was very friendly, efficient in resolving any issues and helped us in any possible way providing us with good transport from / to Fiumucino Airport, good indications for places to eat, instruction about urban transport, among others; 2 - The location is excellent in Via Dandolo.

Stayed in February 2025

The room was a little spartan but the cleanliness and daily servicing kept it very pleasant. The doors are heavy and sleep might be disturbed if you have inconsiderate fellow travellers. Nothing that is Silvio’s doing though.

We wanted to stay away from the busy historical city centre and in the trendy Trastevere neighbourhood. Villa Matissa was just a 5min walk away from all the eateries so it was quieter but very convenient. Silvio was attentive yet discreet and very helpful.

Stayed in February 2025

Occasionally noisy to a light sleeper but then it was around New Years which is to be expected.

Silvio was a lovely host & the villa was gorgeous and surrounding gardens. The location was very convenient and we loved being able to jump on a tram so easily into the centre of Rome.

Stayed in January 2025

The property was great with a beautiful garden, location was terrific and walkable to everything, and Silvio is the consummate host. We will definitely return to Villa Matissa on our next trip to Rome.

Stayed in November 2024

Great location.. lovely gardens & clean rooms..Silvio was so helpful when we arrived made everything go smoothly. Will defo recommend this villa.. thanks

Stayed in November 2024