King Studio
- 1 King-size bed
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
The First Musica - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
A five-star riverside stay in Rome where the rooftop bar, the staff and the breakfast earn the most consistent praise.
- Rooftop bar with sweeping city views
- Staff praised for being friendly and attentive
- Rooms with soundproofing, air conditioning and comfortable beds
9.3
Perfect
755 reviews
Booking.com 9.3 · 755 reviews
About
The First Musica - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
The First Musica is a five-star member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts on Rome's Lungotevere Dei Mellini. It holds a 9.3 average from 755 reviews, with dining rated highest among the category scores at 9. Guests can park via valet or use the electric vehicle charging station, and the hotel description also notes a private parking lot nearby.
Inside, guest reviews describe stylish, quiet rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, comfortable beds and good showers. The rooftop bar is the recurring highlight, praised for panoramic city views and sunset drinks, and breakfast is regularly called excellent. The Borghese Gallery and Museum is about 10 minutes away by car, and several guests mention that the Vatican is within walking distance.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Rooftop bar with city views — Guests mention it more than any other feature, calling the views amazing, especially at sunset, and noting complimentary drinks on several stays.
- Attentive staff — Friendly, English-speaking staff are praised for helping with luggage, answering questions and adding thoughtful touches during stays.
- Comfortable, well-equipped rooms — Guests highlight immaculate, stylish rooms with comfortable beds, good showers and, in many cases, river or city views. The amenities list also includes soundproofing, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities and mini-bars.
- Breakfast worth getting up for — The dining category scores 9, and reviewers describe the breakfast as excellent with fresh options every morning. A restaurant, bar/lounge, coffee shop, in-room breakfast and special diet menus are all on site.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Check-in ends at 23:59 — The check-in window is 15:00 to 23:59, so a late-night arrival after midnight needs advance planning. The hotel does have 24-hour reception, but the stated check-in window stops before midnight.
- Value perception is the lowest rating — The 'Price and service' category scores 7, the lowest of the four rated categories, even though individual reviews are overwhelmingly positive. With rates from £287, it is priced at the premium end of the market.
- Location and room scores sit below the headline — Rooms and cleanliness and location each score 8 out of 10. That is still strong, but it means the 9.3 overall rating is carried more by dining and the qualitative praise in reviews.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Family Room
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Family King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
Family Suite
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed,1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Studio
- 1 King-size bed
- With view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
Suite
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed,1 King-size bed
- Courtyard view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
Junior Suite
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- With view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
Prestige Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,2 Single beds or 1 Double bed,1 Double bed
- City view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General & safety
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Lift
- Safe deposit box
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
Parking & transport
- Car park
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Valet parking
- Paid airport shuttle
Reception & guest services
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Room service
Food & drink
- Coffee shop
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Welcome drink
- In-room breakfast
- Special diet menus
- Children's menu
Room & comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Pets
- Pets allowed
- Pet amenities available
Wellness & leisure
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Live entertainment
Business & events
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Family
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 755 reviews
Booking.com · 9.3 · 755 reviews
9.3Verified guest“Wonderful location, elegant rooms and a genuinely beautiful hotel. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the room had a laptop safe, mini-bar and central heating. Staff were polite and excellent, and the atmosphere was quiet.”
9.3Verified guest“The setting is magnificent. A large plaza is a 15-minute walk away, and the hotel sits just off the Vatican.”
9.3Verified guest“A beautiful hotel with lovely views. The cocktail bar looks out over the city, and the friendly staff were always happy to help with bags and questions.”
9.3Verified guest“The staff were the highlight — attentive throughout. My room had a superb view over the river and city skyline. Breakfast was excellent, with fresh options each morning, and it made a good start to the day.”
9.3Verified guest“The rooftop bar has incredible city views. My room was exactly what I wanted — luxurious bedding, immaculate decor. The welcome gift of fresh fruit and cookies was a thoughtful touch and set a lovely tone.”
9.3Verified guest“We enjoyed the rooftop bar, with its wonderful views, and the clean, cosy rooms. They made my birthday special by surprising us with cake and Prosecco.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Lungotevere Dei Mellini: The hotel's address on this riverside street puts it on Rome's Tiber embankment, close to the city's walkable core.
Vatican: Several guest reviews describe the location as just off the Vatican, and the hotel is a practical base for exploring on foot.
Borghese Gallery and Museum: According to the hotel description, the Borghese Gallery and Museum is 10 minutes away by car.
Lungotevere Dei Mellini 27, Rome, Lazio, 193, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 07:00-12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 25 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is between 07:00 and 12:00. The hotel has 24-hour reception.
Is parking available?
Yes. The hotel offers valet parking, a car park and an electric vehicle charging station. The description also mentions a private parking lot nearby.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available on site.
Is there a rooftop bar?
Guest reviews describe a rooftop bar with views over the city, and it is one of the most consistently praised parts of the hotel.
What dining options are there?
The hotel has a restaurant, bar/lounge and coffee shop, serves in-room breakfast and offers special diet menus. Breakfast receives repeated praise in guest reviews.
The bottom line
The First Musica is the kind of five-star stay the reviews make easy to trust: rooftop views, attentive staff, comfortable rooms and a breakfast that fans remember. Book knowing the check-in window ends at 23:59 and that value-for-money scores softer than the rest of the experience.
9.3A five-star riverside stay defined by its rooftop bar and service.
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