Non-smoking guest house in the San Giovanni district, a short walk from the metro and less than 2 km from the Colosseum and Domus Aurea.
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Appia 52 is a non-smoking guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, about 200 metres from San Giovanni Metro Station and less than 2 km from the Colosseum and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
The property has a shared lounge and offers several room types, from the more compact Double Room to the Basic Triple Room designed for small groups, along with options with a balcony such as the Twin Room and the Double Room with Balcony. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV with cable channels, refrigerator, coffee machine, microwave and desk, plus free WiFi included.
The location is one of the strengths highlighted by guests, with a score of 9.1 for the area: bars and restaurants in the neighbourhood are within walking distance, while attractions such as Porta Maggiore, the Temple of Minerva Medica and the Domus Aurea can be reached in just a few minutes. A practical address for those who want to explore Rome while staying outside the busiest tourist centre, yet well connected via the metro network.
The rooms at Appia 52 cover different needs, from the simplest single accommodation to the triple room suited to small groups or families with children. All share air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, flat-screen TV with cable channels, refrigerator, coffee machine, microwave, toiletries, bidet and desk, plus free WiFi.
What mainly sets the different room types apart is the size, ranging from 14 to 18 square metres, the maximum capacity and the presence of a balcony, available in three of the six rooms on offer. The Basic Triple Room is the largest and can accommodate up to three people, while the Double Room/Twin Room with Balcony is designed for solo travellers. The rooms with a balcony suit those who want an outdoor outlook, although without a particular view given the property’s urban setting.
A compact 16 sqm room designed for two people, air-conditioned and featuring a private en-suite bathroom with shower. Compared to the other room types, this is the coziest, ideal for a couple on a short stay.
This is the largest room in the property, at 18 sqm, and the only one designed to accommodate up to three people thanks to the combination of a double bed and a single bed. Suitable for small groups or families with one child.
The only room in the property designed for a single guest, it has a private balcony and an en-suite bathroom with shower. A compact and private option for those travelling alone.
The smallest of the double rooms, at 14 sqm, but with the advantage of a balcony and a French double bed. Suitable for those looking for a budget-friendly option with an outdoor outlook.
A 15 sqm twin room with two separate single beds and a balcony, designed for those who prefer not to share the same bed. Private bathroom with shower and toiletries included.
Appia 52 offers a shared lounge with TV area, private and express check-in/check-out, luggage storage and rooms also suited to families. The property is entirely non-smoking, equipped with a lift, heating and air conditioning, with key access and CCTV cameras in the common areas for guests’ safety.
Each room has everything needed for an independent stay: a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, hairdryer, bidet, complimentary toiletries, coffee machine, microwave oven and refrigerator, plus a desk and a power outlet near the bed. A tea/coffee maker is available as a catering service.
On the technology side, all rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and internet connection, while free WiFi covers the entire property, a detail much appreciated by guests according to the reviews collected.
Appia 52 is located in the San Giovanni district, one of Rome’s liveliest residential areas, popular for its neighbourhood bars and restaurants. Within a few steps of the property, less than 100 metres away, you’ll find venues such as Piano C and the restaurant Molino, along with several options for breakfast or an evening aperitivo without having to go far.
The location is very well served by public transport: San Giovanni Metro Station is about 100 metres away, while the railway station of the same name is just as close. Porta Maggiore, an important historic and transport hub, can be reached in under a kilometre. The historic centre remains within easy reach by metro: the Colosseum is 1.6 km away, the Imperial Forums 2.4 km, and Piazza Venezia 2.7 km. For those arriving by air, Ciampino Airport is about 10 km away, while Fiumicino is just over 20 km.
The area is ideal for those who want to visit Rome without giving up a more authentic, less touristy setting. A short walk away are less crowded archaeological sites such as the Temple of Minerva Medica and Porta Maggiore, while the Domus Aurea, the ancient residence of Nero, is less than 1.5 km away. Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, with its basilica, is about 600 metres away and is worth a visit especially in the evening, when it’s less crowded with tourists.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.1, and the comfort of the beds. Cleanliness and staff availability also score well. The value for money, although positive, remains the most modest score among the categories reviewed.
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No, Appia 52 does not accept pets during the stay.
Yes, Appia 52 offers free WiFi connection in all rooms, rated 8.9 by guests.
Check-in at Appia 52 is possible from 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM, with prior notice of arrival time and presentation of an ID document and credit card.
Yes, the minimum age required for check-in at Appia 52 is 18 years.
No, Appia 52 does not have parking on site.
Appia 52 is located about 1.6 km from the Colosseum, reachable on foot or via the nearby San Giovanni Metro Station.
