Domum Vaticani

Domum Vaticani is a guest house located in the Aurelio district of Rome, about 1.7 km from the Vatican and 1.8 km from St. Peter’s Basilica, with Valle Aurelia Metro Station reachable in a few minutes on foot. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers rooms with free WiFi, designed for those visiting the capital with a convenient base close to the Vatican district and the historic centre.

The rooms, all with private bathroom featuring a shower and hairdryer, offer air conditioning, flat-screen TV with cable channels, refrigerator, electric kettle and toiletries; some room types also feature a terrace. Every room includes bed linen and towels, making the stay practical even for families with children, thanks to the availability of larger rooms in a triple configuration.

An Italian-style breakfast is served every morning. The location is particularly appreciated by couples, with a high score for proximity to museums, historic squares and rail links to the city centre, making Domum Vaticani a functional base for exploring Rome without needing a car.

★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 116 reviews

Room types

Domum Vaticani offers three room types, all featuring a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV with cable channels, refrigerator and electric kettle for tea and coffee. Every room includes bed linen, towels and toiletries, as well as a small chocolate gift for guests during their stay.

The range varies mainly in size and capacity: from the compact Standard Double Room, designed for two people, to the larger 21 m² Triple Room with Private Bathroom, which adds a single bed and a terrace overlooking a quiet street, ideal for those travelling as three or with a child. The Double Room with Private Bathroom shares the same amenities as the Standard room but has its own view, offering an equally functional alternative for stays as a couple.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

16 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
View, Toiletries, Complimentary chocolate

Double room of 16 m² with its own view, private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer. Equipped with air conditioning, tea and coffee set, flat-screen cable TV and a small chocolate gift for guests.

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Triple Room with Private Bathroom

21 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Terrace, Balcony, View

The largest of the three room types, at 21 m² and accommodating three people. It is the only one with a balcony and terrace overlooking a quiet street, in addition to air conditioning, cable TV and a private bathroom with shower.

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Standard Double Room

16 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Toiletries, Bidet, Complimentary chocolate

Double room of 16 m² without a terrace or scenic view, with private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet and hairdryer. Air conditioning, tea and coffee set and cable TV complete the essential amenities.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to stay close to the Vatican: the property is just 1.7 km from Vatican City.
Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: couples have rated the location 9.7.
Yes, if you prefer to get around by train or metro: San Pietro Station is 700 metres away and Valle Aurelia metro station 900 metres away.
Yes, if you're travelling with family: the Triple Room with Private Bathroom accommodates up to three people plus a child.
Yes, if you enjoy an Italian breakfast included every morning of your stay.

Maybe not, if...

Perhaps not, if you're travelling with pets: the property does not allow them.
Perhaps not, if you need parking: no dedicated on-site parking is available.
Perhaps not, if you prefer to smoke in your room: the property is entirely non-smoking.
Perhaps not, if you arrive after 9:30 PM: late arrival incurs a supplement of 15 EUR.

Hotel facilities & services

Domum Vaticani offers services designed to make your stay practical: daily housekeeping, luggage storage, iron and ironing board, key access and a lift connecting to the upper floors. The property is entirely non-smoking and features heating and air conditioning throughout, as well as family-friendly rooms.

Every room is equipped with a private bathroom complete with toilet, bidet, shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, along with bed linen, wardrobe, electric kettle, refrigerator and desk. A tea and coffee kettle service is available for breakfast.

On the technology front, rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV with cable channels and internet connection. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as is wired internet in the rooms, making Domum Vaticani suitable for short work stays as well.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi connection
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Family rooms available
Shower
Luggage storage
Lift
Cable channels

General facilities

Daily housekeeping service
Luggage storage
Invoice available upon request
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Air conditioning
Entirely non-smoking property
Heating
Lift
Family rooms available
Iron and ironing board
Non-smoking rooms
Upper floors accessible by lift

Food & drink

Kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Private bathroom
Toilet
Complimentary toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Bed linen
Wardrobe or closet
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Electrical outlet near the bed
Clothes rack
Desk

Location & what to see

Domum Vaticani is located in the Aurelio district, a quiet residential area of Rome just a short walk from Roma San Pietro Railway Station, only 700 metres away, and from Valle Aurelia Metro Station, about 900 metres away. The area is also served by Baldo degli Ubaldi Metro Station, 1.1 km away, and is dotted with bars and small neighbourhood restaurants such as Little Italy 215 and Corner 237, both just steps from the entrance.

The Vatican is about 1.7 km away, with St. Peter’s Square at 1.3 km and the Vatican Museums at 1.5 km; Castel Sant’Angelo is 1.9 km away. The historic centre is within walking distance: Piazza Navona is 1.5-2.3 km away, Campo de’ Fiori 2.2 km and the Trevi Fountain 3.2 km. Rome Fiumicino Airport is about 25 km away, and Ciampino Airport 15 km.

Guests staying here can spend their mornings visiting the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica, then head in the afternoon towards the historic centre, crossing the Tiber to Trastevere, about 2.1 km away, or towards the Imperial Forums, 3.2 km away. For a green break, Monte Ciocci Park and Villa Carpegna offer panoramic views over the city less than 1.5 km from the property, ideal for a sunset stroll in any season.

Roma San Pietro Railway Station — direct rail link just a few minutes' walk from the property 700 m

Valle Aurelia Metro Station — metro line useful for quickly reaching the centre of Rome 900 m

St. Peter's Square — heart of Vatican City with the basilica and Bernini's colonnade 1.3 km

Vatican Museums — one of the most visited art collections in the world, home to the Sistine Chapel 1.5 km

Castel Sant'Angelo — historic fortress on the Tiber with a museum and panoramic terrace 1.9 km

Piazza Navona — baroque square with monumental fountains in Rome's historic centre 1.5 km

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What guests say about Domum Vaticani

8.7

Fabulous · 116 reviews

Staff

9.2

Comfort

9.1

Location

9.2

Cleanliness

9.1

Facilities

8.6

Value for money

9

Free Wi-Fi

8.1

Guests especially praise the location and hospitality, with high scores for staff and cleanliness. Comfort and value for money receive very positive ratings, while WiFi, though appreciated, gets the slightly lower score among the categories.