A bed and breakfast in the Rione Monti district, a short walk from the Colosseum and Cavour metro station, with buffet breakfast and simple, functional rooms.
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B&B La Scalinatella is a bed and breakfast in the Rione Monti district, in the historic centre of Rome, 100 metres from Cavour Metro Station and about 600 metres from the Colosseum.
The rooms, all with private bathroom, minibar and safe, differ in size, ranging from 15 to 21 square metres, and some room types overlook the inner courtyard. The property offers a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian and gluten-free options, ideal for starting the day before visiting the monuments of ancient Rome. Available services include luggage storage, shuttle service and car rental, useful for those arriving with luggage or wishing to arrange transfers to Ciampino and Fiumicino airports.
Thanks to its location just steps from the Imperial Forums, the Domus Aurea and the Trevi Fountain, the B&B is an ideal base for those who want to explore the historic heart of the capital on foot, while also getting around by metro thanks to the nearby Cavour station.
The three rooms at B&B La Scalinatella share essential features such as a private bathroom with hairdryer and courtesy set, minibar, safe and fan, designed for a practical stay in the centre of Rome. The main differences lie in the size and bed configuration: from the 15 square metres of the Double Room to the 21 square metres of the Comfort Double Room, the latter able to accommodate up to three people.
The Double/Twin Room also offers the option to choose between two single beds or a large double bed, making it flexible for friends or families. No room offers extra beds, a detail worth considering for those travelling in a group. The rooms are furnished in a simple, functional style, with an electric kettle for tea and coffee included in each room type.
The most compact of the three room types, at 15 square metres and overlooking the inner courtyard, an exclusive detail of this room. It features a large double bed, electric kettle, safe and fan, plus a private bathroom with hairdryer and courtesy set. It cannot accommodate extra beds.
Unlike the Double Room, this 17-square-metre room type offers the flexibility to choose between two single beds or a large double bed, ideal for friends or relatives travelling together. It features an electric kettle, safe and fan, with a private bathroom equipped with hairdryer and courtesy set.
This is the largest room in the property, at 21 square metres and able to accommodate up to three people, unlike the other two room types which are limited to two guests. It is equipped with a large double bed, electric kettle, safe and fan, with a private bathroom complete with hairdryer and courtesy set.
B&B La Scalinatella offers free WiFi throughout the property and a good number of general services designed to make the stay easier: luggage storage, shuttle service, private check-in and check-out, concierge service and car rental for those who want to travel independently to Rome’s airports.
Each room has a private bathroom with bath or shower, bidet, hairdryer and free toiletries, as well as an electric kettle, fridge and safe. For breakfast, the property offers a buffet service with continental, Italian and gluten-free options, while the in-room minibar allows guests to organise snacks throughout the day. An outdoor smoking area and non-smoking rooms are also available, along with fire extinguishers and smoke alarms for guests’ safety.
B&B La Scalinatella is located in Rione Monti, one of the most characteristic districts in the historic centre of Rome, known for its cobbled streets, small artisan workshops and an atmosphere reminiscent of a village within the city. Via Urbana, where the property is located, is a quiet side street despite its proximity to Via Nazionale and Via Cavour, two of the main roads connecting the district to the rest of the capital.
The location allows most of the historic centre’s attractions to be reached on foot: Cavour Metro Station is just 100 metres away, while Roma Termini Station, the city’s main railway hub, is about 850 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train or needing a connection to the airports. The Colosseum is about 600 metres away and the Imperial Forums 850 metres, while the Domus Aurea is just 550 metres away. Ciampino Airport is 12 km away, and Fiumicino Airport about 19 km away.
Guests staying here can spend their days visiting the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, before heading towards the Trevi Fountain, about 1 km away, or Piazza Navona, 1.7 km away, passing through Piazza Venezia and the Palazzo delle Esposizioni. There is also plenty of dining nearby, with restaurants such as Broccoletti and Al Tettarello just steps from the entrance, ideal for dinner after a day among ruins and museums. In winter, the Monti district comes alive with lights and Christmas markets, while in summer the terraces and outdoor venues stay open until late at night.
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Guests especially praise the location of B&B La Scalinatella, rated 9.7, and the cleanliness of the rooms, appreciated with 8.7. Comfort and staff also receive good ratings, while the lowest score concerns the WiFi, reported as not always reliable despite being free.
No, B&B La Scalinatella does not allow pets.
Check-in at B&B La Scalinatella is possible from 15:30 to 20:00, while check-out must be completed between 08:00 and 10:30; a photo ID and a credit card are required upon arrival.
Yes, B&B La Scalinatella is located about 600 metres from the Colosseum and 850 metres from the Imperial Forums, both easily reachable on foot.
Yes, B&B La Scalinatella requires a security deposit of 30 euros in cash upon arrival, which is fully refunded in cash at check-out after an inspection of the accommodation’s condition.
Yes, B&B La Scalinatella offers free WiFi throughout the property, although guests rate it only as fair in the average score.
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Yes, B&B La Scalinatella is located about 850 metres from Roma Termini Station, convenient for those arriving by train or heading to the airports.
