Apartment in the San Giovanni district in Rome, just steps from the Ponte Lungo metro station, with a panoramic balcony and an in-home hot tub.
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Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma is a holiday home in the San Giovanni district, 500 metres from Ponte Lungo Metro Station and just 150 metres from Roma Tuscolana railway station. The apartment covers 55 square metres spread across two bedrooms and one bathroom, designed for families or small groups who want to move comfortably between the city’s most authentic neighbourhoods and its historic centre.
The interiors combine parquet flooring, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with utensils and an oven, and a living room with a flat-screen TV: everything needed to stay independently, just like in a real Roman home. The balcony with a city view and the bathtub with hot tub are the two elements that set this apartment apart from the average options in the area, along with the air conditioning and washing machine for longer stays.
The location, a short distance from Porta Maggiore, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and La Sapienza University, allows guests to reach both the archaeological centre and the liveliest residential neighbourhoods on foot or by metro, among neighbourhood bars, pinseria and local restaurants.
The apartment at Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma is a single housing unit of 55 square metres, designed to accommodate up to three people across two separate bedrooms. The layout favours guest independence: a full kitchen with hob, oven and utensils, a dining area, a living room with sofa and flat-screen TV, plus a bathroom with a hot tub that is one of the accommodation’s highlights.
Amenities shared throughout the property include air conditioning, parquet flooring, a washing machine and free WiFi, useful for both short and extended stays. One of the two bedrooms has an extra-large double bed, the other a single bed with an attached private bathroom, making the apartment suitable even for those travelling with company who still want a bit of personal privacy. The balcony with city views completes the picture of the available spaces.
The only type available at the property, this 55 sqm apartment occupies the entire accommodation and includes two separate bedrooms: one with an extra-large double bed, the other with a single bed and an attached private bathroom. The living area with kitchenette, oven and kitchen utensils allows guests to manage meals independently, while the balcony with city views and the bathtub with hot tub are the most distinctive features of the apartment compared to a simple city studio.
Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma offers an environment designed for those seeking the independence of a real home rather than the services of a traditional hotel. The private apartment is located in a building with a lift to reach the upper floors, and it is entirely non-smoking, with carbon monoxide detectors, a smoke alarm and fire extinguishers to ensure guest safety.
The interiors are equipped with a full kitchen including hob, oven, refrigerator and washing machine, as well as a dining area and a living area with sofa and flat-screen TV. The private bathroom features a bathtub with hot tub, shower, bidet and hairdryer, while bed linen and towels are provided by the property.
Free WiFi and air conditioning are guaranteed throughout the apartment, as is the balcony with city views, which adds to the available outdoor spaces. Check-in and check-out are handled privately and express, with an on-site minimarket available for everyday needs.
The apartment is located in the San Giovanni district, a residential area southeast of Rome’s historic centre, lively with neighbourhood bars, pinseria and small restaurants such as Lucarelli Bistro and Pinseria Il Pomodoro, both just a few dozen metres from the entrance. The area retains an authentic character, away from mass tourism yet still well connected to the heart of the city.
Proximity to public transport is one of the strengths of the location: Ponte Lungo Metro Station is 450 metres away, the Roma Tuscolana railway stop just 150 metres, while Termini Station can be reached in about 5 minutes by train. Ciampino Airport is 9 km away, Fiumicino 21 km. Porta Maggiore is 1.3 km away and the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano just over 1.7 km.
For those wanting to visit the ancient ruins, the Colosseum is 2.7 km away and Palatine Hill about 3 km, distances that can be covered on foot with a half-hour walk or quickly by metro. Nearby there are also lesser-known sites such as the Temple of Minerva Medica and the Domus Aurea, while Giardino Nicola Calipari and Parco San Sebastiano offer green spaces for a break away from city traffic, especially during the hotter months.
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Guests particularly praise the staff’s helpfulness (9.5) and the cleanliness (9.4) of the apartment. The location is also highly appreciated, convenient for reaching the historic centre. The value for money is convincing, while comfort remains at good but slightly lower levels.
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No, Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma does not allow pets during the stay.
The apartment is located about 450 metres from Ponte Lungo Metro Station, on Rome’s Metro Line A.
Yes, Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma offers free WiFi throughout the apartment.
The apartment at Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma has two separate bedrooms, for a maximum of 3 guests.
Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma does not have private parking, but street parking is available nearby.
The Colosseum is about 2.7 km from Centro Storico a 15′ – Cata Apartment Roma, reachable by metro or with a walk of about half an hour.
