We are looking for a hotel close to the Rome (FCO) airport for two adults and one child (13), no smoking, private bath, shuttle service to FCO.

Does anyone know anything about the Mariano Hotel in Rome, near the Basilica Santa Maria Maggiori?

I am also interested in the Mariano Hotel, but have heard nothing- good or bad regarding the hotel. I have heard that it's location, South of the Termini is not ideal. The area seems to have a reputation for being rough and dirty. On the upside, it is conveniently located near public transportation. I would appreciate any information you find on the Mariano.

Unless you prefer to stay at the airport Hilton, you may consider the 3-star Mach Due which should fit all your requirements. It's the closest hotel to the airport (Hilton excluded), has reasonable rates (about $100 for the 3 of you) and has a shuttle service. <BR> <BR>Hotel Mach 2, <BR>Via Portuense 2465, Fiumicino <BR>Tel. +39 06 6506394, Fax +39 06 6505855 <BR> <BR>Paulo <BR> <BR>PS. Never used it, though! <BR>

How is the airport Hilton? I am booking a hotel for my parents who are starting a tour that leaves from the airport the day following their arrival and I wanted to book something close where they could rest have a nice dinner and meet their tour at the airport FCO early the next morning.

Re Paulo's suggestion of the Mach Dui - we stayed there last year and it was just fine. A typical business person's airport hotel - and about 3 minutes from the airport via their free shuttle bus. We paid $140 CDN for 2 (around $95 USD) including breakfast.

The Hilton Rome airport is brand new and rooms are functional (business-people oriented). The shuttle service to the airport is quite practical.