Cavalleggeri Rooms – Guest House in Rome

Cavalleggeri Rooms Opposite St Peters Basilica

Cavalleggeri Rooms Opposite St Peters Basilica is a guest house in Rome’s Vatican-Prati district, just 500 meters from St. Peter’s Square and 600 meters from the Basilica of the same name.

The property offers three room types, all air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom, desk, electric kettle, safe and flat-screen TV with streaming services. Some units feature a balcony or city view, while the Deluxe Room stands out for its bathtub. Soundproofed walls ensure a good level of rest despite the central location, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The area around the accommodation is the historic Borgo district, with the Vatican Museums less than a kilometer away and Castel Sant’Angelo about 950 meters away. Guests staying here can walk to Piazza Navona, Campo de’ Fiori and the historic center, while Ottaviano Metro Station is about a kilometer away. The combination of practical conveniences and proximity to Rome’s landmark sites makes the property a sensible choice for those exploring the city on foot, with couples particularly appreciating the location, rated 9.4 for a trip for two.

Cavalleggeri Rooms Opposite St Peters Basilica

★ 8 · Very Good · 123 reviews

Room types

The three available room types share essential features such as air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV with streaming services and soundproofed walls, designed to ensure peace and quiet even in a central and busy area like the Vatican district. All include bed linen and towels, courtesy sets and bathrobes, elements that raise the comfort level above a simple guest house.

The main differences concern size and a few distinctive details: the Deluxe Room, the most compact at 20 sqm, is the only one with a bathtub and city view; the King Superior Room, at 30 sqm, focuses on space and a balcony; the Executive Triple Room, also 30 sqm but designed for three people, combines a single bed and a double bed with a private balcony. The choice therefore suits both couples looking for relaxation and small groups in need of extra space.

Deluxe Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, City view, Soundproofing

Among the three room types offered, the Deluxe Room is the most compact but also the only one with a bathtub in addition to the shower, ideal for those seeking a moment of relaxation after a day out exploring Rome. It features a private bathroom with hairdryer, courtesy set and bathrobes, air conditioning, flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproofed walls, wardrobe, safe and a city view that the other rooms don’t offer.

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King Superior Room

30 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Balcony, Bidet, Bathrobe

At 30 sqm, the King Superior Room is larger than the Deluxe and stands out for its private balcony, along with a bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a complimentary courtesy set and bathrobes. Air conditioning, soundproofed walls, wardrobe, safe and flat-screen TV with streaming complete a room designed for those who want more space without giving up an outdoor view.

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Executive Triple Room

30 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Balcony, Bidet, Courtesy set

Designed for three guests, the Executive Triple Room shares the 30 sqm size with the King Superior but combines a single bed and a large double bed, making it the most suitable option for small groups or families. The private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer, bathrobes and courtesy set is paired with air conditioning, soundproofed walls, flat-screen TV with streaming and a private balcony.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to sleep 500 meters from St. Peter's Square without giving up good value for money (score 8.1).
Yes, if you're traveling as a couple: the location was rated 9.4 for a trip for two.
Yes, if you appreciate air-conditioned rooms with soundproofed walls, useful in a central and busy area.
Yes, if you're a group of three traveling together: the Executive Triple Room offers a single bed and a double bed in the same room.
Yes, if you want to walk to the Vatican Museums, Castel Sant'Angelo and Piazza Navona without relying on public transport.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're traveling with pets: the property does not allow them.
Maybe not, if you're looking for an on-site restaurant or breakfast service: none are available at the property.
Maybe not, if you need private parking: the property does not have any.
Maybe not, if you're staying on upper floors and have difficulty with stairs: some levels are only accessible on foot.

Hotel facilities & services

The property focuses on practical features designed for those exploring Rome on foot: private and express check-in and check-out, airport shuttle for a fee, lockers and in-room safe, plus invoice available on request. The entire property is non-smoking, with allergy-free rooms and parquet floors, while heating and soundproofing ensure comfort in every season.

Each room has a private bathroom with tub or shower, bed linen, bathrobe, hairdryer, electric kettle and desk, a good starting point for both short and extended stays. WiFi connection is free throughout the property, while rooms also feature flat-screen TVs with streaming service.

Extra options include walking and bike tours and various types of massage, from body to foot treatments, up to couples’ treatments, designed for those who want to pair their stay with a moment of pure relaxation after walking around the district’s landmark sites.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi connection
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Family rooms available
Airport shuttle
Shower
Neck massage
Massage

General facilities

Bike tours
Walking tours
Shuttle service
Lockers
Private check-in and check-out
Express check-in and check-out
Airport shuttle
Invoice available on request
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarm
Safe
Air conditioning
Entirely non-smoking property
Allergy-free room
Heating

Media & technology

Streaming service (e.g. Netflix)
Flat-screen TV
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Bathrobe
Hairdryer
Shower
Bed linen
Wardrobe or closet
Electric kettle
Socket near the bed
Desk

Location & what to see

The accommodation is located in the Borgo-Vaticano Prati district, just steps from Largo di Porta Cavalleggeri, in a residential area yet fully immersed in the Vatican atmosphere. St. Peter’s Basilica is just 600 meters away and St. Peter’s Square 500 meters away, making the property a convenient base for those wanting to visit the basilica before it opens to the public or attend papal celebrations without long journeys.

Getting around the rest of the city is easy: Roma San Pietro railway station is 450 meters away, while the Ottaviano and Cipro metro stations are about a kilometer away. The Vatican Museums can be reached on foot in under ten minutes, and Castel Sant’Angelo is about 950 meters away along the Tiber. For those arriving by air, Rome Ciampino Airport is 14 km away and Fiumicino Airport about 17 km away, both also connected via the property’s paid airport shuttle.

Walking towards the historic center, Piazza Navona (1.5 km) and Campo de’ Fiori (1.4 km) can be reached in a short time, classic stops for an aperitif or dinner among historic alleys and venues. The Trevi Fountain is about 2.3 km away, a distance that can be covered on foot in half an hour, passing through some of the capital’s most charming districts. In summer the area comes alive in the evenings with tourists and locals strolling along the Tiber, while in winter the proximity to St. Peter’s makes it particularly suitable for those visiting Rome during religious holidays or events in the square.

St. Peter's Square — The heart of Christianity, with the basilica and Bernini's colonnade 300 m

Vatican Museums — Art collections including the Sistine Chapel, among the most visited in the world 750 m

Castel Sant'Angelo — Fortress and museum on the Tiber, originally the mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian 950 m

Campo de' Fiori — Historic market square, lively by day and in nightlife 1.4 km

Piazza Navona — Elegant baroque square with the Fountain of the Four Rivers 1.5 km

Trevi Fountain — Rome's most famous monumental fountain, a popular tradition destination 2.3 km

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What guests say about Cavalleggeri Rooms Opposite St Peters Basilica

8

Very Good · 123 reviews

Staff

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Location

9.5

Cleanliness

7.8

Facilities

7.8

Value for money

8.1

Free Wi-Fi

8.7

Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.5, considered among the best in the Vatican area. Comfort and value for money receive solid scores above 8, while services and cleanliness remain in the more than positive range, consistent with a simple but well-located guest house.