An informal bed and breakfast just steps from the Vatican, with air-conditioned rooms, a shared kitchen and a terrace, ideal for those exploring Rome on foot or by bike.
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EMI’s Guest House is a family-run bed and breakfast in the Aurelio district, about 850 metres from the Vatican Museums and 750 metres from St. Peter’s Square, in the heart of Vatican Rome.
The rooms, all with private bathroom and air conditioning, include double options and a triple designed for small groups or families; each room has a flat-screen TV, fridge and coffee machine, while the shared kitchen with hob, microwave and toaster allows guests to prepare something on their own. The property also offers a common lounge and a terrace where guests can relax between sightseeing.
An Italian breakfast is served every morning, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The location, particularly appreciated by couples with a score of 9.5, allows guests to walk to the Vatican Gardens and Castel Sant’Angelo, as well as numerous neighbourhood bars and restaurants; for those who enjoy getting around on two wheels, the surrounding area also offers cycling routes to explore at a leisurely pace.
EMI’s Guest House offers three room types, all featuring air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine, designed for an essential yet comfortable stay just steps from the Vatican. The two double rooms share the same 15 sqm floor area, but differ in bed layout and bathroom type: one has the bathroom directly attached, the other a private bathroom outside the room, plus a balcony with a city view that the first room does not have.
The Triple Room, larger at 20 sqm, is the only one designed for three people and combines a balcony, city view and tea and coffee making facilities, making it the best choice for small groups or families with children. In all rooms, guests can indicate their preferred bed configuration when booking, choosing between twin, double or single beds.
The most compact of the property’s double rooms, with air conditioning, an en-suite private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Unlike the other rooms, it has no balcony, but still offers a city view and the convenience of an in-room coffee machine. The bed type, double or two singles, can be specified at the time of booking.
Same floor area as the Double Room but with a different layout: the private bathroom, though exclusive, is located outside the room, while in return the room gains a balcony with a city view. Ideal for those who don’t mind having the bathroom just a few steps from the door in exchange for a personal outdoor space.
The largest room in the guest house, with 20 sqm designed to accommodate up to three people. It features a balcony with a city view, tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with shower. The bed configuration is flexible, with the option to choose between a double bed plus a single bed or three separate single beds.
EMI’s Guest House provides guests with a shared kitchen complete with hob, microwave oven, toaster, fridge and coffee machine, as well as a common lounge with a TV area and a terrace where guests can relax. Free WiFi covers all areas of the property, while daily housekeeping and luggage storage make organising the stay easier.
Every room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as a flat-screen TV and a bedside power outlet. Those getting around by bike will find suitable routes nearby, while a golf course is also located within 3 km.
Pets are allowed on request, with a possible surcharge, and the property is entirely non-smoking. Check-in and check-out can be arranged privately, and staff can also offer services such as hairdresser/beauty salon upon external request.
EMI’s Guest House is located in the Aurelio district, a residential area just steps from the Vatican, quiet but well connected to Rome’s historic centre. The setting is typical of Rome’s local neighbourhoods, with bars, bakeries and small local restaurants: L’Osteria degli Avvocati and Bar Corradi are about 150-200 metres away.
In terms of transport links, Roma San Pietro Railway Station is just 600 metres away, while the Valle Aurelia metro station is 700 metres away: both allow quick access to the city centre and Termini station. St. Peter’s Square is 750 metres on foot, the Vatican Museums 850 metres, and the Vatican Gardens just 400 metres away. Castel Sant’Angelo is 1.5 km away, while Piazza Navona is about 1.2 km away. Rome Fiumicino Airport is 16 km away, and Ciampino Airport is 15 km away.
The area is well suited to exploring on foot or by bike, with cycling routes nearby indicated by the property itself. In summer, the Vatican Gardens and Monte Ciocci Park, 800 metres away, offer green spaces to cool off; in winter, visits to museums and basilicas remain preferable, with generally shorter queues than in high season. Guests staying here can also easily extend their walks to Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori, in the heart of the historic centre.
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Guests particularly praise the staff’s hospitality, with a score of 9.8, and the cleanliness of the property, rated 9.5. The value for money also convinces, while the location, especially appreciated by couples, remains one of the most frequently mentioned strengths in reviews.
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Yes, EMI’s Guest House accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed directly with the property.
Yes, EMI’s Guest House offers free WiFi throughout the property, including rooms and common areas.
Yes, EMI’s Guest House serves an Italian-style breakfast to guests every morning.
EMI’s Guest House is located about 750 metres from St. Peter’s Square and 850 metres from the Vatican Museums, both easily reachable on foot.
No, EMI’s Guest House does not have free private parking; guests arriving by car should check public parking options in the area.
Yes, EMI’s Guest House offers a shared kitchen equipped with a hob, microwave oven, toaster, kitchenware and fridge, available to all guests.
