Guest house in the heart of Rome, a short walk from Piazza di Spagna, with air-conditioned rooms, private entrances and an excellent location for exploring the historic centre on foot.
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Baboon Room is a guest house in the centre of Rome, on Via del Babuino, about 500 metres from Piazza del Popolo and a few steps from the Spanish Steps.
The property, entirely allergy-free and non-smoking, offers four types of air-conditioned rooms, all with independent entrance, soundproofed walls, flat-screen TV, desk, coffee machine, fridge and safe. Each room has a private bathroom with shower, courtesy set and hairdryer, while bed linen and towels are always included. The Suite stands out for its size and separate living area, ideal for families or small groups.
Baboon Room is especially appreciated for its location, rated 9.7 by guests: Via Condotti, Piazza di Spagna and the Trevi Fountain are within a few minutes’ walk, and the Spagna and Flaminio metro stations are around 450-550 metres away. It’s a practical solution for those who want to move freely around the historic centre, with the option of requesting a paid airport shuttle to and from Ciampino or Fiumicino.
The rooms at Baboon Room share amenities designed for comfortable, independent stays: air conditioning, independent entrance, soundproofed walls, private bathroom with shower, tea and coffee set, flat-screen TV with cable channels and city views. All room types are furnished with understated, functional style, with details like slippers and complimentary bathroom products that make the stay more thoughtful even in a small property.
The range includes three double rooms of similar size, between 19 and 22 square metres, and a larger 29-square-metre Suite with a separate living area and capacity for up to four people, the ideal choice for those seeking more space or travelling in a group. The other rooms are designed for couples or small groups, with a large double bed as the common base and, in one case, an additional single bed for a third person.
The Suite is the largest room in the property, with 29 square metres and a living area separate from the sleeping area. It has an independent entrance, soundproofed walls, a tea and coffee set, wardrobe and flat-screen TV with cable channels. It’s the only accommodation designed to host up to four people, with an additional sofa bed alongside the double bed.
The King Deluxe Room is the only double room in the property with an additional single bed, suitable for those travelling as three. The private bathroom is fitted with a courtesy set and slippers, while the independent entrance and soundproofed walls provide greater privacy than the other rooms.
At 22 square metres, the King Superior Room is the most spacious of the doubles designed for two people. The private bathroom includes a shower, courtesy set, slippers and hairdryer, and the city view accompanies the stay in an air-conditioned, quiet setting.
The King Standard Room is the most compact solution in the property, with 19 square metres designed for two guests. It keeps the same amenities as the other doubles, with a private bathroom with walk-in shower, complimentary bathroom products and city view, in a cosier format.
Baboon Room offers free WiFi throughout the property, air conditioning, a lift and daily housekeeping, as well as a common area with a TV zone useful for relaxing between visits. The property offers private and express check-in and check-out, organised walking tours and a paid airport shuttle, convenient for those arriving from or departing to Ciampino or Fiumicino.
Security is ensured by CCTV in common areas, key card access, a safe and a carbon monoxide detector. The rooms are entirely non-smoking and allergy-free, with parquet or wooden flooring, heating and soundproofed walls.
Each room is equipped with an electric kettle or coffee machine, fridge, hairdryer, complimentary bathroom products and a desk, details that make the stay practical even for those travelling for work or wishing to remain independent.
Baboon Room is located on Via del Babuino, one of the most elegant streets in central Rome, connecting Piazza del Popolo to Piazza di Spagna in the heart of the Campo Marzio district. The neighbourhood is known for luxury shopping and art galleries, with the Spanish Steps about 350 metres away and the Barcaccia Fountain just as close.
Location is one of the property’s strong points, with a score of 9.7 given by guests: Spagna metro station is 450 metres away, Flaminio metro station 550 metres, while Termini station can be reached in about 2 km. Ciampino and Fiumicino airports are 14 and 19 km away respectively, and the property organises a paid airport shuttle on request.
A short walk away are Via Condotti with its boutiques, Piazza del Popolo 400 metres away and the Trevi Fountain less than a kilometre away, while the park of Villa Borghese and the Pincio offer green spaces ideal for a stroll, especially in the warmer months. Nearby there are also historic restaurants such as Osteria Margutta and Canova Tadolini, as well as iconic squares like Piazza Navona and Piazza Venezia, both reachable in just over a kilometre on foot, for those who want to explore the historic centre without using transport.
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Guests especially praise Baboon Room’s location, rated 9.7, and the staff, appreciated with a score of 8.8. Comfort and cleanliness also receive good marks, while general services and value for money remain at solid but slightly more modest ratings.
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No, Baboon Room does not allow pets inside the property.
No, Baboon Room does not have parking, but its central location makes it convenient to use public transport.
Baboon Room is about 350 metres from the Spanish Steps, reachable on foot in a few minutes.
Yes, Baboon Room organises a paid airport shuttle on request for Ciampino and Fiumicino airports.
Yes, all rooms at Baboon Room are air-conditioned and feature soundproofed walls.
Yes, Baboon Room has a 29-square-metre Suite with a separate living area, which can accommodate up to 4 people.
