A family-run bed and breakfast just steps from the Vatican Museums, with air-conditioned rooms, Italian breakfast and a great location in the heart of Rome.
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Dante’s in Vaticano 2 is a bed and breakfast in Rome, just 350 metres from the Vatican Museums, in the Vaticano Prati district.
The rooms, spread across several floors of a period building on Viale Giulio Cesare, are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with courtesy set, bathrobes and hairdryer. Some enjoy city views, others overlook the quieter inner courtyard; sizes range from the 10 m² single to the 18 m² triple, suiting solo travellers, couples and small groups. Every room also includes a coffee machine handy for breakfast in the room, as well as a flat-screen TV and a tea and coffee set.
In the morning the property offers an Italian buffet breakfast, while general services include luggage storage, daily housekeeping, airport shuttle on request and free WiFi throughout the property. The location, rated 9.7 by guests, allows you to walk to St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican Gardens and Ottaviano metro station, making Dante’s in Vaticano 2 a practical base for visiting Rome without giving up the calm of a residential area.
Dante’s in Vaticano 2 offers eight room types, all with air conditioning, soundproofed walls, private bathroom with shower, bathrobes and courtesy set, as well as a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine for preparing tea and coffee independently. Sizes range from the 10 m² Superior Single Room to the 18 m² Triple Room with City View, the largest option, designed for small groups or families.
The main difference between the rooms concerns the view: some overlook the city, others the inner courtyard, more sheltered from street noise. The Superior Double Room, at 16 m², is the intermediate choice for couples, while the other double rooms, all 14 m², offer practical solutions with wardrobe and in-room breakfast set.
The largest of the available rooms, at 18 m² with city view. Designed for small groups or families, it combines a single bed and a large double bed in an air-conditioned and soundproofed sitting area, with a private bathroom complete with bathrobes and courtesy set.
At 16 m², this is the intermediate option between the Triple and the other double rooms, and like these it enjoys a city view. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set complete a room designed mainly for couples.
A 14 m² double room with city view, among the most compact in the property after the single. A private bathroom with shower and bidet, soundproofed walls and a tea and coffee set make it suitable for short stays as a couple.
The only room designed for a single guest, at 10 m² with a single bed. Unlike the others it has a wardrobe and a safe in the room, as well as a private bathroom with bidet and courtesy set, ideal for solo travellers.
Unlike the double rooms with city view, this 14 m² room overlooks the inner courtyard, more sheltered from street noise. Featuring a wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower and bidet, it’s a good choice for those seeking quiet.
Another room with inner courtyard view, air-conditioned and soundproofed like the other double rooms of the same size. The private bathroom with shower and bidet and the wardrobe complete a practical accommodation for stays as a couple.
Double room with inner courtyard view, featuring a wardrobe and air conditioning. Like the others of the same type it offers 14 m² and a private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set, in a quiet setting away from the street.
The last of the double rooms with inner courtyard view, identical in size to the others but with different photos and position within the building. A private bathroom, flat-screen TV and wardrobe complete the amenities.
General services at Dante’s in Vaticano 2 include a lift, heating, air conditioning throughout the property, luggage storage, daily housekeeping, safe and private check-in. For those arriving by air, an airport shuttle is available, while those travelling by car can rely on a parking area.
The rooms feature a private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, bathrobes and hairdryer, as well as a wardrobe, safe and bed linen. Every room also has a coffee machine, handy for breakfast in the room, along with the possibility of requesting wine or champagne during the stay.
Technology features include a flat-screen TV, radio and internet connection, while the entire property is non-smoking and offers rooms suitable for families.
Dante’s in Vaticano 2 is located on Viale Giulio Cesare, in the Vaticano Prati district, one of the most central and lively areas of Rome, just steps from the walls of the Vatican. Around the property there are bars, restaurants and small Roman trattorias such as Istanbul Doner Kebab and Il Tartufo Nero, both just a few metres from the entrance, while the district retains the residential atmosphere typical of Prati, with local shops and wide tree-lined avenues. 250 metres away lies Piazza Risorgimento, a reference point for tourist buses and street markets.
The location is convenient for getting around without a car: Ottaviano metro station is 200 metres away, Cipro station 650 metres, both on line A. Roma San Pietro railway station is 1.4 km away, useful for those arriving by train from outside the city. The relevant airports are Ciampino, about 15 km away, and Fiumicino, 17 km away, both also reachable with the paid shuttle service offered by the property.
Just 200 metres away are the Vatican Museums, while St. Peter’s Square and the Basilica are 600 metres away, reachable on foot along Via di Porta Angelica. A little further, about 1.1 km away, are Castel Sant’Angelo and Ponte Sant’Angelo, with views over the Tiber. For those wanting to head towards the historic centre, Piazza Navona is 1.8 km away and the Trevi Fountain 2.5 km, both walkable on a Roman stroll or quickly reachable by metro. In high season, especially during the Wednesday papal audiences, it’s worth arriving early at St. Peter’s Square to avoid crowds.
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Guests especially praise the staff (9.7) and the location (9.7), appreciating the proximity to the Vatican Museums. Cleanliness and comfort stand at around 9.4, while value for money reaches 9.3. Free WiFi, rated 9.5, is described as stable throughout the stay.
Dante’s in Vaticano 2 is located about 350 metres from the Vatican Museums, reachable on foot in a few minutes along Viale Giulio Cesare.
Yes, Dante’s in Vaticano 2 offers an Italian buffet breakfast, available every morning for all guests.
No, Dante’s in Vaticano 2 does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Dante’s in Vaticano 2 provides free WiFi in all areas of the property, rated 9.5 by guests.
Dante’s in Vaticano 2 is located about 15 km from Ciampino Airport and 17 km from Fiumicino Airport; the property also offers a paid airport shuttle service on request.
Dante’s in Vaticano 2 accepts cash payments.
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