Modern guest house in the Prati district, a short walk from the Vatican, with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and pets allowed on request.
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Domus Crescenzio – Guest House is a modern-style guest house located in Rome, in the Prati district, about a 10-minute walk from the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Square.
The rooms, with tiled or parquet flooring, are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee machine and private bathroom with shower; some room types offer a city view or a view of the inner courtyard, while others feature a lounge area with a sofa bed for families or small groups. WiFi is free throughout the building, and staff provide hot drinks during the day.
Location is one of the strengths highlighted by guests, scoring 9.8 for its proximity to Castel Sant’Angelo, Piazza Cavour and the Cola di Rienzo shopping street. Ottaviano metro station is 600 metres away, while couples in particular appreciate the quiet yet central setting of the Vaticano Prati district, suitable for both short stays and longer visits focused on exploring the city.
The property offers four room types, all featuring air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, coffee machine and private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Tiled or parquet flooring and modern-style furnishings characterise every room, designed to ensure a practical stay for both couples and small groups or families visiting Rome.
Room sizes range from 14 to 24 square metres, and some rooms have flexible bed configurations, with single or double beds depending on needs, as well as sofa beds to accommodate a third or fourth guest. Views vary from room to room, overlooking either the city or the inner courtyard, while the Deluxe Family Room stands out for its lounge area with an armchair, ideal for longer stays or for those travelling together.
At 16 sqm, this is the most compact of the property’s double rooms, designed for two people. It offers a city view, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and the choice between a double bed configuration or two single beds.
This is the guest house’s largest room, at 24 sqm, with a lounge area featuring a sofa and armchair, ideal for families or groups of up to three people. It has a private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set, as well as heating and an open wardrobe.
With a view of the inner courtyard, this 18 sqm room is the only one offering an extra-large double bed combined with a sofa bed for an extra guest. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and hairdryer.
The smallest of the available rooms, at 14 sqm, still offers three bed options to choose from and a city view. Tiled flooring and a private bathroom with shower and bidet complete this compact solution designed for two people.
The guest house offers guests a shuttle service and airport shuttle, as well as daily housekeeping and luggage storage, useful for those arriving or departing at unusual times. The entire property is non-smoking and features a lift, heating and rooms designed for larger families too, with an iron and ironing board available on request.
Each room has everything needed for a practical stay: a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, bed linen, a wardrobe or closet, a coffee machine and an electric kettle. A desk and a power socket near the bed complete the amenities.
As for dining, an on-site café is available along with the option to have breakfast in the room, with a kettle for tea and a coffee machine. Internet access is guaranteed throughout the property via free WiFi, while the rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and satellite channels.
Domus Crescenzio – Guest House is located in the Prati district, a stone’s throw from the Vatican, in a residential yet lively area, with shops, cafés and restaurants close at hand: places like La Locanda and Margot are less than 50 metres away, while the Cola di Rienzo shopping street can be reached in a 5-minute walk.
Getting around is made easy by the nearby metro: Ottaviano station is just 600 metres away, and Lepanto station 650 metres, both on line A, which connects directly to the historic centre. Roma San Pietro railway station is about 1.3 km away, convenient for those arriving by train, while Fiumicino Airport is about 17 km away and Ciampino Airport about 14 km away.
On foot, some of the city’s most famous attractions can be reached in just a few minutes: St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Museums are about 600-850 metres away, Castel Sant’Angelo 400 metres, and Piazza Navona just over a kilometre. Piazza di Spagna and the Trevi Fountain are also within a 15-20 minute walk, making the area a good base for exploring Rome on foot in every season, from summer evening strolls to museum visits in the colder months.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality, with a score of 9.9, and cleanliness, rated 9.7. The location is also highly appreciated, rated 9.8 by guests, especially by couples visiting Rome for a few days.
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Yes, Domus Crescenzio – Guest House accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed directly with the property.
Domus Crescenzio – Guest House is about 850 metres from the Vatican Museums and 600 metres from St. Peter’s Square, both reachable on foot in just a few minutes.
Yes, Domus Crescenzio – Guest House offers free WiFi in all areas of the property, including the rooms.
Yes, Domus Crescenzio – Guest House requires a minimum age of 18 for check-in.
Domus Crescenzio – Guest House offers four room types, from the Superior to the Deluxe Family Room, ranging from 14 to 24 sqm, all with a private bathroom and air conditioning.
From Fiumicino Airport, about 17 km away, you can reach Domus Crescenzio – Guest House via the property’s airport shuttle service or via public transport links to central Rome.
