Charmsuite – Residenza Raffaello

Address: Via del Banco di Santo Spirito 21, in the historic center of Rome, between Piazza Navona and Castel Sant’Angelo.

• Context: 16th-century building, excellent location for getting around, especially on foot.
• Check-in: Charmsuite uses a self-check-in system with a keypad; instructions will be provided prior to arrival.
• Documents: Guest registration must be completed before or upon arrival according to the instructions received.
• Wi-Fi: The residence is covered by a fiber optic connection.
• Check-out: by 10:30 am.
• Luggage: After checking out, you can leave your luggage in the lockers at the entrance and retrieve it later using the same codes.
• Tourist tax: €5 per person per night, payable according to the property’s instructions.

Ideal for: Those who want to see Rome’s monuments and culinary delights without relying too much on taxis and the metro.

• Submit documents as instructed prior to arrival or at check-in.
• Please pay the tourist tax before departure according to the methods indicated by the property.
• Please vacate your accommodation by 10:30 am to facilitate the arrival of subsequent guests.
• If you have a late flight, use the lockers at the entrance for your luggage.
• Report any faults or problems immediately: it’s the best way to resolve them while you’re still on site.
• For special requests, please let us know a few days before your stay.

The Charmsuite residences share amenities designed for short but very comfortable stays.

• Heat pump air conditioning.
• Safe in the apartment.
• Fiber internet connection.
• Espresso machine.
• Small internal kitchen, useful for breakfast, snacks or simple meals.
• Refrigerator for water, drinks and fresh food.
• TV and essential amenities for relaxation.
• Cleaning and linens taken care of by the property.

Raffaello’s particular strong point: the real convenience here is being able to return several times during the day between one visit and the next, without wasting time traveling.

Raffaello is central but not directly served by the metro: the last stretch is best accessed by taxi or bus.

• From Fiumicino: Leonardo Express to Termini, then taxi or bus to Corso Vittorio / Navona.
• From Ciampino: shuttle or Airlink to Termini, then continue as above.
• From Termini: with luggage, a taxi is the easiest option; for public transportation, the bus lines that run through the city center toward Corso Vittorio and San Pietro are more convenient.
• Official taxis: Use authorized white taxis; for Fiumicino, there is a fixed fare to the city center within the Aurelian Walls.
• NCC recommended by Charmsuite: Mirko Costantini · +39 333 225 1265.

Practical tip: If you arrive in the evening or with heavy suitcases, avoid unnecessary changes and take a taxi for the last leg.

• Charmsuite · +39 335 532 1124 · info@charmsuite.it
• Emergencies in Italy · 112
• Convenient emergency room for the area · Santo Spirito in Sassia Hospital
• On-call pharmacies · Always check the official website of the Order of Pharmacists of Rome on the day you need it.
• If you need a car with a driver · Mirko Costantini · +39 333 225 1265

Before going out for the evening: have the property’s phone number, complete address, and a simple landmark like Ponte Sant’Angelo saved in your address book.

The Raffaello area is one of the easiest in Rome to eat well without leaving home.

• Zucchero e Farina · Via dei Banchi Vecchi 105-107 · A very practical Roman oven for white pizza, baked goods, and maritozzi.
• VIVI Bistrot · Piazza Navona 2 · Great for a slow breakfast, brunch, or a break with one of the most beautiful views in the area.
• Romana Pizza · Via del Governo Vecchio 10 · Perfect if you want a crispy Roman pizza and a quick, no-frills lunch.

When to choose them: Zucchero e Farina for a neighborhood breakfast, VIVI for a more relaxed break, Romana Pizza for a quick lunch between visits.

For Raffaello, it’s best to divide the choices based on the style of the evening.

• Gusto · Piazza di Sant’Apollinare 41 · A solid, centrally located option for lunch or dinner without having to travel too far.
• Pierluigi · Piazza de’ Ricci 144 · A more refined address, excellent if you want a special dinner not far from the residence.
• Eggs · Via Natale del Grande 52 · Consider this if you’re heading to Trastevere for some truly distinctive Roman cuisine.
• Peppe a San Cosimato · Via Natale del Grande 9 · A great place for lunch or dinner in Trastevere if you’re looking for a change of scenery with a short taxi ride.

Tip: Stay in the Navona area if you want to maximize your time; move to Trastevere only when you want to plan a longer evening.

If you’ve already covered breakfast and dinner, this is the food section that really complements the Raffaello area well.

• Barassai · Via di Panico 28 · Great for coffee, a quick break, or a simple aperitif, with a central neighborhood atmosphere.
• Gelateria del Teatro · Via dei Coronari 65 · One of the best places to stop if you want artisanal ice cream with less banal flavors.
• Ditirambo · Piazza della Cancelleria 74 · Excellent if you want to go from an aperitif to a traditional dinner without leaving home.
• Le désir pris par la queue · Vicolo della Palomba 23 · a more intimate and unique address, perfect when you want a place with personality.

The right logic: gelato or coffee along Coronari, aperitivo between Panico and Cancelleria, then a slow walk back. It’s an area that works better with a series of small stops than with a single “all-encompassing” spot.

Simple and very successful scheme:

• Morning · Sugar and Flour for white pizza, maritozzo, or a neighborhood breakfast.
• Late morning / brunch · VIVI Bistrot if you want a longer stop overlooking Piazza Navona.
• Afternoon · Gelateria del Teatro for a sweet break after Coronari or Palazzo Braschi.
• Early evening · Barassai or a glass of wine in the Panico/Cancelleria area.
• Dinner · Gusto if you want elegant comfort, Osteria del Pegno if you prefer an intimate atmosphere, Pierluigi for a more special evening.

Why it works: The Raffaello area allows you to eat well by time slots, not just by choosing a restaurant. It’s an excellent guide for those who like to plan their day around food.

At Raffaello you can build entire days without using any tools.

• In 5 minutes: Ponte Sant’Angelo, Castel Sant’Angelo, Piazza Navona.
• In 10 minutes: Pantheon, Campo de’ Fiori, Via dei Coronari, Museum of Rome at Palazzo Braschi.
• In 15 minutes: Navona–Pantheon–Campo de’ Fiori itinerary or a walk towards the Vatican along the Tiber.

For photography lovers: the stretch between Ponte Sant’Angelo, Via dei Coronari, and Piazza Navona is one of the most photogenic in all of Rome.

Recommended half-day itinerary:

• Early morning at Ponte Sant’Angelo and Castel Sant’Angelo.
• Return towards Via dei Coronari and Piazza Navona.
• If you want a museum nearby, aim for Palazzo Braschi.
• Continue towards the Pantheon and end at Campo de’ Fiori for lunch or an aperitif.

If you have more time: add a stroll along the Tiber or head towards Trastevere via Ponte Sisto.

If you want to avoid the crowds: plan to visit the big icons in the early morning and use the late afternoon for alleys, squares, and food stops.

Raffaello is also perfect for a second-level cultural Rome, the kind that makes your stay more profound without requiring long journeys.

• Museum of Rome at Palazzo Braschi · between Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori · An excellent choice if you want to explore the city through paintings, views, and urban memory.
• Palazzo Altemps · one of the branches of the National Roman Museum · very suitable if you love ancient sculpture and prefer an elegant, more intimate and less crowded museum.
• Archaeological Area of the Stadium of Domitian · just below Piazza Navona · A short but very evocative visit that helps you understand the origins of the square’s shape.

When to do them: during the hottest hours, on a rainy day or as a smart complement to the Pantheon, Navona and Castel Sant’Angelo.

If you want a nice evening without taxis and without a rigid program, this is the sequence that works best at Raffaello:

• Ponte Sant’Angelo at sunset for the light on the Tiber and the dome of St. Peter’s.
• Via dei Coronari for an elegant stroll among shop windows, views, and historic buildings.
• Piazza Navona after the crowds have died down: this is the moment when the square becomes truly spectacular.
• Piazza della Pace and Campo de’ Fiori for an aperitif, dinner, or a more lively final stop.
• Return to Banchi Vecchi if you prefer a quieter and more refined closure.

Practical advice: don’t speed too much. In this area, the real value isn’t “seeing a lot,” but rather experiencing the sequence of squares and alleys.

• Piazza Navona is not “just” a baroque square: its shape follows the perimeter of the ancient Stadium of Domitian, still visible below street level.
• Via dei Coronari owes its name to the rosary sellers who served pilgrims on their way to St. Peter’s.
• Castel Sant’Angelo has had very different lives: imperial mausoleum, fortress, papal refuge, prison, and finally museum.
• Osteria del Pegno is located in a place reminiscent of Rome’s first pawnshop: even the restaurant here is often intertwined with the city’s history.

Practical moral: around Raffaello, almost every alley has at least two readings, one monumental and one everyday. This is what makes the area memorable even for those who return to Rome multiple times.

In the Raffaello quadrant, daily services are widespread and easy to reach.

• Minimarkets and grocery stores: between Banchi Vecchi, Governo Vecchio, and Corso Vittorio.
• Pharmacies: located along Corso Vittorio and on the main streets of the city center.
• ATMs and tobacconists: very common between Navona and Corso Vittorio.
• Laundry or other practical needs: best to check within the Corso Vittorio/Ponte Vittorio area, where the supply is more constant.

Helpful tip: buy water, snacks, and small essentials before the evening, when the center is still lively but with fewer “practical” options than during the day.

For small but nice purchases, Raffaello is much more interesting than the standard shopping areas.

• Via dei Coronari · the most elegant promenade for antiques, art objects, refined window displays, and unique Roman gifts.
• Via del Governo Vecchio · younger and more mixed, with shops, vintage items, and a less formal atmosphere.
• Campo de’ Fiori · useful if you’re looking for food products, spices, small food souvenirs, and a morning market.
• Banchi Vecchi · ideal if you want a slower, more artisanal and less noisy pace.

When to do it: Late morning or early afternoon. Evening is still beautiful, but for a more relaxed shopping experience, daytime is best.

• On foot: this is the best way to experience this residence.
• Bus: Corso Vittorio is the most useful route for quick connections to the Vatican, Largo Argentina, and Termini.
• Metro: It’s not immediate; it’s only used if you have a specific destination outside the historic center.
• Taxi: very convenient for evening arrivals, departures, and returns.
• Useful app: Charmsuite points out that in Rome today, the most convenient way to get around is by app; the most popular is FREE NOW.
• Car: The historic center and the restricted traffic zone (ZTL) make driving inconvenient. If you arrive by car, leave it in the garage and then walk around.