Guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, a short walk from the Basilica of St. John Lateran, with air-conditioned rooms, patio and whirlpool tubs.
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Etruria Relais is a guest house in Rome, in the San Giovanni district, about a 10-minute walk from the Basilica of St. John Lateran and 400 metres from the Re di Roma metro station.
The property suits those looking for a comfortable and quiet base to visit the historic centre without giving up private, comfortable spaces: every room is air-conditioned, equipped with a flat-screen TV, kettle and private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer. Some room types, such as the Deluxe Room with Patio or the Apartment with Whirlpool Tub, offer private outdoor spaces or whirlpool tubs, while the Junior Suite is well suited to stays with children thanks to its larger capacity.
Guests have access to a shared lounge to relax in, and the area around the property offers numerous bars, cafés and restaurants just steps away, including Trattoria Etruria 39 right below the property. The Colosseum is about 2 km away, while the Baths of Caracalla are less than a kilometre and a half away. Ciampino Airport is 10 km away, and Fiumicino Airport about 20 km away.
Etruria Relais offers five types of rooms and apartments, all air-conditioned and overlooking the property’s inner courtyard, a detail that ensures greater quiet compared to the street. Each option has a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and minibar, with a tea and coffee making set in most rooms. Sizes range from 20 square metres in the more compact rooms to 38 in the Apartment with Whirlpool Tub, which also offers a private entrance and a separate sleeping area.
Those looking for something extra can choose the Deluxe Double Room with Patio, the only one with a private outdoor space, or the Deluxe Double Room with Whirlpool Tub, designed for a more relaxing stay. The Junior Suite, on the other hand, is the most suitable choice for families or small groups thanks to its double bed, single bed and futon configuration, while the Superior Double Room remains the most essential option, with complimentary welcome chocolates.
This room stands out from the others for its private patio overlooking the inner courtyard, ideal for those who want a reserved outdoor space. Equipped with a desk, air conditioning and minibar, it measures 24 square metres and can accommodate up to 3 people.
The Junior Suite is the most suitable option for those staying with children or in small groups, thanks to the combination of a double bed, single bed and futon that allows it to accommodate up to 4 people. The bathroom, with shower and bidet, and the welcome chocolates complete a space designed for longer stays.
Among the more compact rooms in terms of size, this is the only one offering an in-room whirlpool tub in addition to a private bathroom with separate tub and shower. A tea and coffee set and a wardrobe complete a room designed for a relaxing stay as a couple.
At 38 square metres, this is the largest option in the property, the only one with a private entrance and an apartment-style layout. The separate sleeping area and sofa bed make it the most suitable choice for families or extended stays of up to 4 people.
The Superior Double Room is the most essential room type in the property, with a private bathroom featuring a shower and hairdryer, and a tea and coffee making set. The complimentary chocolate is a small distinctive touch compared to the other double rooms of the same size.
Etruria Relais offers guests a terrace and an outdoor garden, as well as a luggage storage service and private, express check-in and check-out for those with tight travel schedules. The property also offers a shuttle service and an airport shuttle, useful for those arriving at Ciampino or Fiumicino who don’t want to arrange transfers themselves.
General services include a concierge service, daily housekeeping, a safe and a 24-hour security system with access via magnetic keys. Family rooms and soundproofed rooms are also available, along with an on-site convenience store for everyday needs.
Every room has a private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and electric kettle, while free WiFi and a flat-screen TV are available in all accommodations. There is also an in-house café with a minibar and a tea and coffee maker in the room.
Etruria Relais is located in the San Giovanni district, one of Rome’s liveliest and most authentic residential areas, appreciated for its neighbourhood atmosphere far from the crowds of the touristic centre yet still well connected. The street has a quiet setting, with Trattoria Etruria 39 practically right at the entrance and several cafés, such as Maio and Zama Caffè, just a few hundred metres away.
Getting around is made easy by the Re di Roma metro station, just 400 metres away, and the San Giovanni station about 650 metres away, both on line A, which leads towards the centre and the Termini Station area. The Basilica of St. John Lateran is about a 10-minute walk away, while the Colosseum is just under 2 km away. Those arriving by air will find Ciampino Airport 10 km away and Fiumicino Airport about 20 km away.
The location allows guests to reach on foot or with short metro rides some of the city’s most important archaeological sites, such as the Baths of Caracalla, 1.5 km away, and the Domus Aurea, about 1.8 km away on the Oppian Hill. In summer, the nearby San Sebastiano Park offers a green alternative for a stroll, while in every season the area is well suited for exploring on foot the less-trodden neighbourhoods of the historic centre, with Piazza Venezia and the Trevi Fountain reachable in about 3 km.
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Reviews particularly praise Etruria Relais’s location, with a score of 8.5, and the comfort of the beds, noted as a strong point. Comfort and staff hospitality also receive good marks, while value for money remains the most modest aspect among the ratings.
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No, Etruria Relais does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Etruria Relais offers free WiFi throughout the property.
Etruria Relais is about 1.8 km from the Colosseum, reachable on foot or with a short metro ride.
Etruria Relais offers a garage service, but not free parking.
Check-in at Etruria Relais is possible from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, while check-out must be completed between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM; arrivals outside these hours involve a EUR 15 surcharge.
Yes, Etruria Relais has family rooms such as the Junior Suite and the Apartment with Whirlpool Tub, both with bed configurations suitable for more people.
