Guest house on the second floor in Rome's historic center, a short walk from Trastevere, with air-conditioned rooms and breakfast served in-room.
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Arenula Suites is a guest house located in the historic center of Rome, on the second floor of a building a few minutes’ walk from Trastevere, in one of the liveliest areas of the city. The property is designed for those who want to explore the capital’s landmark sites on foot, while staying in an intimate setting with careful attention to detail.
The rooms, all air-conditioned, feature modern furnishings with parquet flooring, flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, coffee machine and electric kettle. The private bathrooms are equipped with hairdryer, toiletries and slippers, while the range includes progressively larger accommodations, up to the Junior Suite with a separate living area. A sweet breakfast is served directly in the room every day.
The location is probably the property’s strongest point: the Pantheon and Piazza Navona are a 10-minute walk away, and the Roman Forum and Piazza Venezia are about 1 km away. Couples particularly appreciate this location, rated very highly specifically for two-person travel.
Arenula Suites offers eight room types, all with private bathroom, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls: from the compact 15 sqm Standard Double Room to the 25 sqm Junior Suite with separate living area. The Standard, Superior and Deluxe rooms share a similar setup, with iPod docking station and tea/coffee facilities, but differ in increasing size and certain architectural details, such as the Deluxe’s frescoed 17th-century ceilings or the Superior’s fireplace.
The Economy, King and Queen rooms instead focus on an extra-large or large double bed and bathrooms with shower and bidet, while the Junior Suite is aimed at those seeking more space, with a bedroom separate from the living room. In all accommodations WiFi is free and the environment is quiet thanks to the soundproofing.
The most compact in the range, with 15 sqm of air-conditioned and soundproofed space. Equipped with flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and private bathroom with toiletries. The room also has an electric kettle, coffee machine and small refrigerator.
Larger than the Standard, this 20 sqm room stands out for its fireplace, a detail no other room type has. Private bathroom with hairdryer, slippers and toiletries.
Among the most spacious rooms in the property, at 22 sqm, with a unique feature in the guest house: frescoed ceilings dating back to the 17th century. Private bathroom complete with toiletries.
The smallest room type in the entire property, at 14 sqm. The private bathroom features a shower and bidet, as well as hairdryer and toiletries; a flat-screen cable TV and wardrobe complete the furnishings.
A 17 sqm room featuring an extra-large double bed, the first in the range after the room types with a large bed. Private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries.
At 20 sqm, this room is larger than the King while sharing the same extra-large double bed. Soundproofed walls and private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries.
The only accommodation in the property with a living area separate from the bedroom, for a total of 25 sqm: the most spacious room type available. Bathroom with shower and toiletries, flat-screen cable TV.
Arenula Suites offers a range of services designed to make your stay comfortable in the heart of Rome. Among the strengths noted by guests are the private bathroom in every room, air conditioning, free WiFi and non-smoking rooms, as well as an airport shuttle available on request.
Guests also have access to a concierge service, luggage storage, a safe, and private check-in and check-out, useful for those arriving at unusual hours. For those who want to experience the city differently, the property offers walking tours, bike tours, cooking classes and local culture tours, as well as a grocery delivery service.
On the dining side, there is an on-site café with wine and champagne available, while soundproofed rooms and heating contribute to overall comfort. Parking is only available on the street, a typical feature of the historic center.
Arenula Suites occupies the second floor of a historic building on Via Arenula, in the district that acts as a hinge between Rome’s most monumental historic center and Trastevere, reachable in about a 5-minute walk. The area is lively and full of venues: the restaurant Tiepolo – Bistrot Bottiglieria is just 9 meters from the property, while Yotvata is 30 meters away.
Walking is the best way to experience the location: Piazza Navona is about 650 meters away, Largo di Torre Argentina is 300 meters away, and Campo de’ Fiori is 400 meters away. For those arriving by public transport, the Colosseo metro station is about 1.4 km away, while Roma San Pietro train station is 1.8 km away. The nearest airports are Ciampino, about 13 km away, and Fiumicino, about 18 km away.
From here it’s easy to organize days among the city’s most famous landmarks: the Pantheon and the Colosseum are reachable in a few minutes, as are the Imperial Forums and Piazza Venezia, about 750 meters away. The Trevi Fountain, just over 1 km away, and Castel Sant’Angelo, 1.3 km away, are also within comfortable walking distance. On summer evenings, Trastevere offers a lively nightlife among alleys and trattorias, while in winter the area’s museums, such as Palazzo Venezia, remain an ideal choice for colder days.
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Guests particularly praise the location, with a score of 9.6, and find the staff very helpful, rated 9. Bed comfort also receives frequent praise, while facilities and value for money remain solid but slightly more modest.
Arenula Suites is located at Via Arenula 41, in Rome’s historic center, about a 5-minute walk from Trastevere and 10 minutes from the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.
No, Arenula Suites does not allow pets on the property.
Yes, Arenula Suites offers free WiFi throughout the property.
Arenula Suites only offers street parking, as there is no private parking on site.
No, Arenula Suites does not allow children, as stated in the property’s conditions.
Arenula Suites accepts cash payments.
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