Bed and breakfast a short walk from St. Peter's, with air-conditioned rooms, international breakfast and a car rental service for those visiting Rome and the Vatican.
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Beside the Vatican is a bed and breakfast in Rome, in the Aurelio district, about 900 meters from St. Peter’s Square and a short distance from the Vatican Museums and Castel Sant’Angelo.
The property offers four room types, from the Superior Double Room with balcony to the small Single Room designed for solo travelers, along with the Standard Triple Room suited to families or small groups. All rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer and bidet; some offer views of the inner courtyard or a minibar.
Breakfast, served with continental, Italian, English/Irish, vegan, gluten-free and buffet options, is one of the strengths noted by guests, as is the location, rated 9.5 out of 10, particularly by couples. The property also offers a car rental service, useful for those who want to move comfortably between the Vatican and the historic center. It’s a good choice for those seeking a quiet stay in a well-connected residential area, just steps from the Roma San Pietro railway station and the Valle Aurelia metro stop.
The four rooms at Beside the Vatican share air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries, but differ in size and details. The Superior Double Room, at 18 m², is the only one with a balcony overlooking the inner courtyard and a minibar; the Standard Triple Room, also 18 m², accommodates up to three people with a single bed and a large double bed.
The Double Room with Private Bathroom, at 17 m², is designed for two people seeking simplicity, while the Small Single Room, at just 12 m², is the most compact and affordable solution for solo travelers, with a view of the inner courtyard, a safe and heating included.
The Superior Double Room is the only one of the four room types with a private balcony overlooking the inner courtyard, a detail that immediately sets it apart from the other rooms. It also features a minibar, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer. At 18 m², it’s designed for two people looking for a private outdoor space to enjoy.
At 18 m² and accommodating up to three people, the Standard Triple Room is the best fit for small groups or families with a child. The combination of a single bed and a large double bed sets it apart from the other rooms designed for two people or a solo traveler. It offers a view of the inner courtyard, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and bidet.
Slightly more compact than the Superior, at 17 m², this double room focuses on simplicity: no balcony or particular view, but a safe is included along with all the essential comforts. The private bathroom includes shower, bidet and hairdryer, while air conditioning and a flat-screen TV complete a practical solution for two people.
The smallest of the four room types, at just 12 m², the Single Room is designed exclusively for solo travelers. It offers a view of the inner courtyard, a safe, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with a private bathroom complete with shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
Beside the Vatican provides guests with free WiFi, air conditioning in all rooms and a car rental service that’s convenient for those who want to get around independently between Rome and the Vatican. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers non-smoking rooms, family rooms availability and an airport shuttle on request.
General services include luggage storage, currency exchange, daily housekeeping, a safe and a tour desk, useful for arranging walking tours, bike tours or local culture experiences. There’s also a shuttle service, and check-in can be handled with personalized attention.
Rooms feature a private bathroom with bidet, shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, along with a flat-screen TV and internet connection. Breakfast can also be requested in the room, with menus available on request for special diets.
Beside the Vatican is located in the Aurelio district, a residential area of Rome just steps from the Vatican Walls, appreciated for its tranquility and proximity to the symbolic sites of Christianity. Around the property you’ll find small neighborhood bars and trattorias, such as Il Cantico restaurant just 30 meters away and Bar Prudenzi about 600 meters away, ideal for breakfast or a casual dinner away from the tourist flows of the city center.
The location allows you to reach St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Museums on foot in about 15-20 minutes (900 meters and 1.2 km respectively), while Castel Sant’Angelo is 1.6 km away. For those who prefer public transport, the Roma San Pietro railway station is just 400 meters away and the Valle Aurelia metro stop is 900 meters away, with quick connections to the historic center and Piazza Navona, about 1.2 km away as the crow flies. Rome’s Ciampino and Fiumicino airports are 14 and 16 km away respectively, reachable by car or with city rail connections.
Those staying here can spend their days visiting the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, strolling through the Vatican Gardens or climbing up to Villa Lante on the Janiculum Hill for a panoramic view of the city, about 1 km from the property. In the evening, the Trastevere district and Campo de’ Fiori, both less than 2 km away, offer a livelier alternative for dinner and nightlife, while on more relaxed days, Monte Ciocci Park, a green oasis 1.1 km from the property, is also worth a visit.
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Guests especially praise the staff’s hospitality, rated 9.8, and the cleanliness of the rooms, with a score of 9.7. The location, rated 9.5, and the free WiFi, with a perfect score of 10, are also highly appreciated. Overall, the experience described in the reviews is that of a B&B with great attention to detail and a great location.
Yes, Beside the Vatican accepts pets on request; a surcharge may apply.
Check-in at Beside the Vatican is available from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, while check-out is set at 11:00 AM. Guests are required to inform the property of their expected arrival time in advance.
Beside the Vatican offers a parking service; it’s recommended to check availability and conditions directly with the property when booking.
Yes, the minimum age required to check in at Beside the Vatican is 18 years.
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Breakfast at Beside the Vatican includes continental, Italian, English/Irish, vegan, gluten-free, American and buffet options, and is also available in the room upon request.
Beside the Vatican is about 900 meters from St. Peter’s Square, an easy 15-minute walk away.
