Guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, a short walk from the metro and one kilometer from the Colosseum, with private rooms and free WiFi.
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Basilica Square is a guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, about 500 meters from the San Giovanni metro station and just over a kilometer from the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
The property offers four room types, all with a private bathroom: the Double Room with Private Bathroom and the Standard Double Room, both air-conditioned and featuring a view and a coffee machine, a Budget option designed for those traveling in company, and the Single Room with External Private Bathroom, ideal for solo travelers. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV.
Available services include free WiFi throughout the property, an airport shuttle available on request for a fee, and an elevator that makes it easier to reach the rooms. The San Giovanni area is especially popular with couples for its proximity to rail connections and the authentic atmosphere of the neighborhood, away from mass tourism yet just minutes from Rome’s most famous historic center landmarks.
Basilica Square offers four room types, all with private bathrooms and designed for different needs, from solo travelers to couples and small groups of friends. The Double Room with Private Bathroom and the Standard Double Room, both between 15 and 17 square meters, are air-conditioned and feature a view and a coffee machine, ideal for those looking for a little extra comfort during their stay.
For those traveling on a tighter budget, the Budget Double/Twin Room is available, configurable according to the group’s needs, while the Single Room with External Private Bathroom, more compact at 12 square meters, is designed for solo travelers who prefer an affordable option that still includes a dedicated private bathroom.
Air-conditioned 17 square meter room with a view, a coffee machine and an en-suite private bathroom. It is one of the property’s most complete options, suited to those seeking comfort in a well-equipped double room.
17 square meter room designed for those seeking a more affordable option without giving up a private bathroom. The bed configuration can be adapted for couples or two friends sharing the room.
The most compact of the available rooms, at 12 square meters and designed for a single guest. The private bathroom is located outside the room but reserved exclusively for its occupant, an affordable option for solo travelers.
15 square meter room with a flat-screen TV, a view and a coffee machine, slightly smaller than the property’s other double rooms but with the same essential amenities for a practical stay.
Basilica Square provides free WiFi throughout the property, useful for those visiting Rome for business or leisure, along with a daily housekeeping service that keeps rooms consistently tidy. The guest house has an elevator, a safe and heating, as well as a shuttle service and an airport shuttle available on request for a fee, convenient for those arriving with luggage or in the evening.
The entire property is non-smoking, including the rooms, and family-friendly options are available for those traveling with children. Every room has a private bathroom, while internet access is also available in the common areas. Fire extinguishers and the daily housekeeping service round out an offering designed for a practical stay in the heart of San Giovanni.
Basilica Square is located in the San Giovanni district, one of Rome’s most authentic residential areas, just steps from the large square of the same name and the Basilica of St. John Lateran. It’s an area lived in mainly by locals, with small bars, bakeries and neighborhood restaurants like Sangiò l’Antico Forno, practically right next to the property’s entrance, and Bar Shaker, about 30 meters away.
The neighborhood is well connected to the rest of the city: the San Giovanni metro station is about 400 meters away, while the Manzoni stop is 300 meters away. The San Giovanni and Santa Bibiana train stations are also reachable within a few minutes on foot. The Colosseum is about 1.1 km away, the Roman Forum just under 2 km, and the Trevi Fountain 2.4 km away, all distances comfortably covered on foot or with a short metro ride. Ciampino Airport is about 11 km away, while Fiumicino is about 20 km away, both connected to the city center by train or shuttle.
Guests staying here can spend their days exploring the great archaeological sites of imperial Rome: from the Colosseum to Palatine Hill, passing through the Domus Aurea, all the way to Porta Maggiore and the Temple of Minerva Medica, both reachable with about a 15-minute walk. On warmer evenings, the area’s public gardens, such as Giardino Nicola Calipari 700 meters away, offer a moment’s rest away from the historic center’s traffic, before heading back up toward Piazza Venezia or Piazza di Spagna, both within 3 km.
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Reviews mainly reward Basilica Square’s location, rated 8.9, and the host’s hospitality, with a score of 8.7. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while the value for money score, at 7.5, remains the most debated aspect among guests.
No, Basilica Square does not allow pets during the stay.
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Basilica Square is located about 1.1 km from the Colosseum, reachable on foot in about 15 minutes or with a short metro ride.
Yes, Basilica Square offers free WiFi throughout the property.
No, Basilica Square does not have parking, as it is a guest house located in a central area well served by the metro.
No, the Basilica Square guest house does not include breakfast among its services.
Basilica Square is located about 11 km from Ciampino Airport and about 20 km from Fiumicino Airport; both are connected to central Rome by train or by a paid airport shuttle.
