Family-run bed and breakfast near Termini, with city views, private bathroom in every room and Italian breakfast for those visiting Rome without a car.
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B&B Melina is a bed and breakfast in Rome, just steps from Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station and Porta Maggiore, in one of the areas most frequented by travelers heading to the historic center.
The rooms, all with private bathroom equipped with a bidet and toiletries, offer city views or views of a point of interest and are designed for those seeking a practical base to explore the capital on foot or by public transport. The property suits singles, couples and small groups thanks to the variety of room sizes, from single to triple.
An Italian breakfast is served every morning, while in-room amenities include a kettle for tea and coffee, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a wardrobe. The area around the B&B, between Esquilino and Termini Station, is full of affordable restaurants and well connected to the metro and rail network, with the Colosseum reachable in just a few minutes.
The rooms at B&B Melina share some basic features: private bathroom with shower and bidet, toiletries, kettle for tea and coffee, flat-screen TV with streaming services and views of the city or a nearby point of interest. The décor is simple and functional, with a wardrobe, tiled flooring and a power outlet near the bed, designed for practical stays in the city center.
The range includes three types designed for different needs: the Double Room with Private Bathroom, the more compact Deluxe Single Room designed for solo travelers, and the Superior Triple Room, the largest of the three at over 20 square meters, suitable for small groups or families with a mixed bed configuration of single and large double.
Double room of 16.8 sqm designed for two people, with private bathroom complete with shower and bidet and complimentary toiletries. It offers city views, a kettle for tea and coffee, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with streaming services, in a simple setting with careful attention to practical details.
The most compact of the three room types, designed for solo travelers. It features a private bathroom with shower and bidet, toiletries, a kettle for tea and coffee, and views of the city or a point of interest. The bed configuration can vary between single and French double.
The largest room in the property, at 20.42 sqm and accommodating up to three people thanks to the combination of a single bed and a large double bed. Private bathroom with shower and bidet, toiletries, a kettle for tea and coffee and city views complete a solution ideal for small groups or families.
B&B Melina offers a range of services geared toward practical urban stays. In the room, nothing is missing to feel comfortable: private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, complimentary bath products, bed linen, wardrobe and desk, plus views of the city or a nearby point of interest.
On the technology side, every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and a streaming service such as Netflix, as well as an internet connection. For dining, a kettle for tea and coffee is available in the room, useful for an independent breakfast or break.
Overall, the property is entirely non-smoking, with fire extinguishers, a smoke alarm and CCTV in common areas, marble or tiled floors and heating in every room, useful guarantees for those seeking a stay with careful attention to safety and cleanliness.
B&B Melina is located in the Esquilino district, just steps from Termini Station, in a residential and commercial area lively due to its proximity to the capital’s main rail hub. The area is characterized by period buildings, small shops and inns, and retains a working-class character despite being a stone’s throw from the heart of tourist Rome.
The property is just 100 meters from Santa Bibiana train station and about 550 meters from Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station, on line A, convenient for reaching both Termini and the historic center in just a few stops. Porta Maggiore, an ancient gate in the Aurelian Walls, is about 400 meters away, while the Temple of Minerva Medica, a Roman archaeological site, is just 20 meters away. The Colosseum can be reached in about 1.5 km, while Rome Ciampino Airport is 11 km away and Fiumicino Airport is 21 km away.
Those staying here can easily plan days among the great classics such as the Imperial Forums, Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna, all within 2.8 km, or opt for a more authentic itinerary between Porta Maggiore and the Servian Walls. Nearby there are plenty of restaurants such as La Taverna Italiana and Nino Ristorna Pizzeria, just a few meters from the B&B, ideal for a casual dinner after a day of sightseeing.
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Guests especially praise staff hospitality (9.7) and cleanliness (9.4), while location and WiFi remain solid though slightly less impressive (8.6). Overall, this emerges as a well-kept B&B, run with care and appreciated for its value for money (8.9).
B&B Melina is located on Via Giovanni Giolitti, in the Esquilino district, just steps from Termini Station and Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station.
No, B&B Melina does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, B&B Melina offers free WiFi connection throughout the property.
No, B&B Melina does not have private parking available for guests.
B&B Melina serves an Italian-style breakfast, included in the stay.
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The Colosseum is about 1.5 km from B&B Melina, reachable on foot in about 20 minutes or quickly by metro.
