Federici Guest House

Federici Guest House is a guest house in the Vaticano Prati district of Rome, just 10 metres from Ottaviano metro station and about 450 metres from the Vatican Museums. The property suits those looking for a practical, central base for exploring the Vatican and the historic centre, with Castel Sant’Angelo one kilometre away and Piazza del Popolo reachable in a few minutes.

The rooms, all air-conditioned, include a seating area, wardrobe, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. The range spans from Single Room to Triple Room, with sizes between 14 and 18 square metres, suitable for solo travellers as well as small groups or families. Guests also have access to a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage.

The location is one of the most appreciated features: couples rated it 9.8 for a romantic stay. For those arriving by air, the property offers a paid airport shuttle to and from Ciampino and Fiumicino, while Valle Aurelia and Roma San Pietro train stations are about 1.5 km away.

★ 9.2 · Excellent · 205 reviews

Room types

Federici Guest House offers five room types, all with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, seating area, wardrobe and flat-screen TV. Sizes range from 14 to 18 square metres, with solutions designed for different needs: from the solo traveller to the couple, up to small groups requiring multiple beds. Parquet flooring and heating complete the amenities common to all units.

Among the available options, the Triple Room stands out as the largest at 18 sqm, able to accommodate up to three people thanks to the combination of a single bed and a large double bed. The Twin Room and the Double Room with Private Bathroom offer cosier solutions of 15 sqm, while the Single Room and the Economy Double Room, both 14 sqm, are designed for those seeking an essential yet comfortable stay, without giving up basic comforts.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

15 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Parquet, Seating area

A room designed for two people, with a large double bed, seating area and parquet flooring. The private bathroom with shower and hairdryer completes a compact yet functional solution, with an electric kettle available for tea or coffee in the room.

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Triple Room with Private Bathroom

18 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Electric kettle, Parquet, Seating area

This is the largest room in the property, with 18 usable sqm and capacity for three guests thanks to the combination of a single bed and a large double bed. Ideal for small groups or families, it offers a seating area, wardrobe and private bathroom with shower.

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Twin Room with Private Bathroom

15 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Seating area, Shower

A twin-bed configuration, suitable for couples who prefer not to share a bed or friends who prefer separate beds. Private bathroom with shower, seating area and air conditioning complete this 15 sqm solution.

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Single Room with Private Bathroom

14 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
Flat-screen TV, Seating area, Air conditioning

Designed for the solo traveller, this is the cosiest solution in the property at 14 sqm with a single bed. It also features a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, plus a seating area and flat-screen TV for an essential yet comfortable stay.

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Economy Double Room

14 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Parquet, Heating

An economy version of the double room, with a French double bed and 14 sqm of floor space. Compared to the other double rooms, it is the most compact, but it still includes a private bathroom, seating area and electric kettle for those seeking a practical stay at a lower cost.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to stay just steps from the Vatican: the Museums are 450 metres away and St Peter's Square is 700 metres away.
Yes, if you appreciate a location with direct metro access: Ottaviano station is just 10 metres away.
Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: the property has been rated 9.8 by guests for a romantic stay.
Yes, if you're looking for a family room or a room for small groups: the Triple Room accommodates up to three people.
Yes, if you want to organise your sightseeing days easily: a tour desk and luggage storage are available.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're travelling with pets: the property does not allow them.
Maybe not, if you need on-site parking: it is not available at the property.
Maybe not, if you plan to pay by card during your stay: the property accepts cash only.
Maybe not, if you're looking for breakfast included: this service is not offered at this guest house.

Hotel facilities & services

Federici Guest House offers a range of services geared toward the practicality of a stay in Rome. Highlights for guests include free WiFi, air conditioning in all rooms and the availability of family rooms, useful for those travelling with children. Luggage storage and a tour desk make it easier to organise sightseeing days, while the paid airport shuttle simplifies transfers to and from Ciampino and Fiumicino.

On a general level, the property provides daily housekeeping, laundry and ironing service, private check-in and check-out, organised walking tours and a lift. Parquet flooring in the corridors and rooms, together with heating, contributes to year-round comfort.

The rooms lack nothing essential: private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, wardrobe, electric kettle and seating area. A shared kitchen is also available for guests who wish to prepare their own meals during their stay.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Free WiFi connection
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms available
Tour desk
Shower
Luggage storage
Laundry service

General facilities

Walking tours
Daily housekeeping
Private check-in and check-out
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Ironing service
Laundry service
Airport shuttle
Invoice available on request
Air conditioning
Parquet or wood flooring
Heating
Lift
Family rooms available
Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Private bathroom
Toilet
Hairdryer
Shower
Wardrobe or closet
Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Seating area

Location & what to see

Federici Guest House is located in the Vaticano Prati district, a residential and upscale area of Rome that revolves around Viale Giulio Cesare, just steps from the Vatican walls. The district blends early 20th-century buildings with a commercial fabric of bars, trattorias and small local shops, keeping a more authentic atmosphere compared to the more touristy areas of the historic centre.

The location is one of the property’s strengths: Ottaviano metro station, on Line A, is just 10 metres from the entrance, while Lepanto station is 650 metres away. The Vatican Museums are about 450 metres away and St Peter’s Square 700 metres, both easily reachable on foot. Castel Sant’Angelo is one kilometre away, Piazza del Popolo 1.5 km. For those arriving by air, Ciampino Airport is 15 km away and Fiumicino Airport about 17 km; the property offers a paid airport shuttle.

The area is well suited to cultural tourism year-round: a visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel generally takes half a day, while an evening walk easily leads to Piazza Navona (1.7 km) or the Trevi Fountain (2.3 km). In summer, Roman evenings come alive in the district’s many bars and restaurants, while in winter the Vatican Gardens and museums remain among the most visited destinations even in the coldest months.

Ottaviano Metro Station — Line A metro stop just steps from the property's entrance 10 m

Vatican Museums — one of the most visited art collections in the world, including the Sistine Chapel 450 m

St Peter's Square — the heart of Vatican City, site of papal audiences 700 m

Castel Sant'Angelo — historic fortress on the Tiber turned into a museum 1 km

Piazza del Popolo — large monumental square with an Egyptian obelisk and baroque churches 1,5 km

Trevi Fountain — famous baroque fountain, a symbol of the eternal city 2,3 km

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What guests say about Federici Guest House

9.2

Excellent · 205 reviews

Staff

9.9

Comfort

9.4

Location

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Facilities

9

Value for money

8.9

Free Wi-Fi

8

Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality (9.9) and the location (9.8), considered among the best for reaching the Vatican on foot. Cleanliness and room comfort are also highly appreciated (9.4). The value for money remains positive, though slightly lower (8.9).