Family-run guest house in the Esquilino district, a short walk from Termini and Porta Maggiore, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathroom and independent entrance.
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Giovanni Guest House is a guest house in the Stazione Termini district of Rome, 500 metres from Vittorio Emanuele metro station and about 1.3 km from Roma Termini, ideal for those visiting the capital without giving up the convenience of public transport.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and with independent entrance, offer views of the city or the inner courtyard, soundproofed walls, a sitting area, private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, as well as flat-screen TV and free WiFi included. A choice designed for those seeking a practical stay with a bit of extra care, such as soundproofed walls and independent room access.
The area around the property is lively with small restaurants and casual eateries, and allows guests to walk to sites such as Porta Maggiore, the Temple of Minerva Medica and the Domus Aurea. Couples particularly appreciate the location, while the proximity to the metro makes it easy to get around to the historic centre and the Colosseum. Pets are not allowed and the property is entirely non-smoking.
Giovanni Guest House offers two room types, both with private bathroom equipped with shower, bidet and hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and independent entrance. Each room also has a sitting area and a view over the city or the inner courtyard, a detail that makes the rooms bright despite the central and busy location of the district.
The main difference between the two options concerns size and capacity: the Double Room with Private Bathroom, at 18 sqm, is designed for two people, while the Triple Room with Private Bathroom, larger at 26 sqm, can accommodate up to three guests thanks to flexible bed configurations. Both guarantee a good level of privacy and quiet thanks to the soundproofed walls, an aspect not to be taken for granted for a property in this area of Rome.
The more compact of the two room types, designed for two people, with private bathroom equipped with shower, bidet and hairdryer. Air conditioning, flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls ensure a peaceful stay, while the independent entrance allows guests to come and go without passing through common areas. The sitting area and city view complete the room.
Larger than the Double Room, at 26 sqm and with capacity for three guests, this room offers the same private bathroom features with shower, bidet and hairdryer, as well as air conditioning and flat-screen TV. The flexible bed configuration, with the option of three single beds, also makes it suitable for small groups of friends or families with one child.
Giovanni Guest House focuses on practical services designed to make the stay easy even without staff always present on site. Private check-in and check-out allow for a discreet arrival, while the daily cleaning service and luggage storage help manage arrivals and departures comfortably. Useful details include a lift, iron and ironing board available, and the possibility of family rooms or hypoallergenic rooms on request.
All rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, with marble or tiled floors and heating included during the cold months. The property is entirely non-smoking and has independent entrances for the rooms, an aspect appreciated by those seeking greater autonomy. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while within a 3 km radius there is also a golf course for those who want a different activity during their stay in Rome.
Giovanni Guest House is located in the Esquilino district, a short walk from Termini Station, in a lively, popular area characterised by small shops, ethnic restaurants and neighbourhood markets. The property occupies a residential building on Via Bixio, not far from Porta Maggiore and the Temple of Minerva Medica, a little-known but striking archaeological site.
In terms of connections, the location is among the most convenient in Rome: Vittorio Emanuele metro station is 500 metres away, Termini station about 1.3 km, and the Manzoni stop 400 metres away. Santa Bibiana railway station is just 100 metres away, useful for those arriving with heavy luggage. Ciampino Airport is 11 km away, while Fiumicino can be reached in about 21 km, both connected to the city centre by train or shuttle bus.
On foot, guests can reach Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in a few minutes, and, with a longer walk, the Colosseum (1.3 km) and the Domus Aurea (1.2 km). For those who want to go further, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna are about 2.2-2.6 km away, comfortably reachable on foot in a morning of sightseeing. The area also offers numerous inexpensive restaurants, ideal for quick meals between visits.
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Guests particularly praise the cleanliness (9.5) and the friendliness of the staff (9.4), as well as room comfort. WiFi and value for money also receive good scores. The location, although central, receives the lowest score, still solid at 8.5.
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No, Giovanni Guest House does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Giovanni Guest House does not offer a dedicated parking service for guests.
Giovanni Guest House is located about 1.3 km from Termini Station, easily reachable on foot or via Vittorio Emanuele metro station, just 500 metres away.
Yes, all rooms at Giovanni Guest House have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer.
Yes, Giovanni Guest House offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated by guests with a score of 9.6.
No, Giovanni Guest House does not require a minimum age for check-in, although guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
