Guest house in the heart of Rome, a short walk from Campo de' Fiori and Piazza Navona, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi throughout the property.
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Essence Guesthouse is a guest house located in the historic centre of Rome, a short walk from Campo de’ Fiori and 700 metres from the Pantheon and Largo di Torre Argentina.
The property offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom, flat-screen TV, electric kettle, refrigerator and safe; each room is equipped with linens and towels and overlooks a quiet inner courtyard. A 14 m² Standard Double Room and a more compact 9 m² Single Room, designed for solo travellers, are available. Free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property.
The location, in the heart of the historic centre, is among its most appreciated features: Piazza Navona, Piazza Venezia and Palazzo Venezia can be reached on foot in just a few minutes, as can the Imperial Forums and Castel Sant’Angelo. Essence Guesthouse is suited to couples and travellers looking for an authentic base to explore Rome without a car, moving between alleys, historic squares and typical venues in the Piazza Navona neighbourhood.
Essence Guesthouse offers two room types, both air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries. Every room includes a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, safe and a view of a quiet inner courtyard, features that remain consistent throughout the property.
The Standard Double Room, at 14 m², is the larger option and can accommodate up to two people in a large double bed or in two separate single beds, depending on needs. The Single Room, more compact at 9 m², is designed for solo travellers and retains the original parquet flooring. Both rooms share the same essential, bright style, in keeping with the guesthouse’s name.
The largest of the rooms at Essence Guesthouse, with 14 m² of space and a view of a quiet inner courtyard. It has a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, along with a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, safe and electric kettle. The bed configuration is flexible: it can be set up with a large double bed or with two single beds, making it suitable for both couples and travellers sharing a room.
More compact than the Standard Double Room, at 9 m² designed for solo travellers. It retains the parquet flooring and offers air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, safe, electric kettle and a view of the inner courtyard. It is the only room type in the property designed for a single guest, with one single bed and a functional space complete with every essential comfort.
Essence Guesthouse provides guests with free WiFi throughout the property, a feature rated by guests with the maximum score of 10 in reviews. The rooms are air-conditioned with individual climate control, safe, parquet or wood flooring and heating, while the entire building is non-smoking.
Every room has a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, bed linen and wardrobe, as well as an electric kettle, refrigerator, socket near the bed and desk for those travelling on business too. The flat-screen TV and internet connection complete the technological amenities. An invoice can also be requested and fire extinguishers are available for safety, while pets are allowed with a possible extra charge.
Essence Guesthouse is located in the Piazza Navona neighbourhood, in the heart of Rome’s historic centre, along Via dei Cappellari, one of the characteristic little streets a short walk from Campo de’ Fiori, which is just 30 metres from the property. The area is among the most authentic in the capital, a maze of cobbled alleys animated by artisan workshops, historic trattorias and nightlife, perfect for those who want to experience Rome as the Romans do, away from the traffic of the main thoroughfares but a step away from the most famous monuments.
The Pantheon and Largo di Torre Argentina are about 700 metres and 400 metres away respectively, while Piazza Navona can be reached in less than 5 minutes on foot. Castel Sant’Angelo is 800 metres away, and the Trevi Fountain and the Imperial Forums are about 1.1 km away. For those arriving by air, Rome Ciampino Airport is 13 km away and Fiumicino Airport is 18 km away; Roma San Pietro railway station is just 1.4 km away, convenient for those travelling by train.
Strolling through the little streets, you’ll come across historic bakeries such as Forno Campo de’ Fiori, right below the property, and evening spots such as Vini e Vinili, ideal for an aperitivo. In summer the neighbourhood comes alive with outdoor tables in the squares, while in winter the Christmas lights of Piazza Navona attract visitors from all over the city. From here it’s easy to organise walking excursions to the Vatican, Trastevere and the Colosseum, all reachable without public transport, making Essence Guesthouse a practical base for discovering Rome at a slow pace.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.6, and the free WiFi with a score of 10. Comfort and staff hospitality are also highly appreciated, both above 9.4. Couples in particular highlight the location as a strong point, with a score of 9.5 for a stay for two in the heart of Rome.
Yes, Essence Guesthouse is just 30 metres from Campo de’ Fiori, in the heart of the Piazza Navona neighbourhood in Rome.
Yes, Essence Guesthouse allows pets, although an extra charge may be required at the property’s discretion.
Check-in at Essence Guesthouse is possible from 14:00 to 23:00; it is advisable to inform the property in advance of your arrival time.
Yes, Essence Guesthouse offers free WiFi throughout the property, a service rated by guests with the maximum score of 10.
The minimum age required to check in at Essence Guesthouse is 18 years; children are not allowed.
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Near Essence Guesthouse you’ll find Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Largo di Torre Argentina and Castel Sant’Angelo, all reachable on foot in just a few minutes.
