Glint House Roma Sapienza

Glint House Roma Sapienza is a guest house located in the Nomentano district of Rome, about 350 metres from Policlinico metro station and one kilometre from La Sapienza University. The property is entirely non-smoking and features an on-site bar, free WiFi in all areas, and rooms designed with allergy sufferers in mind.

The six room types, all air-conditioned and soundproofed, range from 26 to 60 square metres and include twin rooms with single beds, double rooms, and a spacious apartment with an independent kitchen suitable for small groups or families. Each room has a private bathroom with bidet, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine and a tea and coffee set, while the reception is available to guests 24 hours a day in several languages, including Italian, English, Spanish and French.

The location allows guests to reach Piazza Bologna and Villa Torlonia on foot, while the historic centre and sites such as the Colosseum or the Trevi Fountain are just a few kilometres away, conveniently connected via the metro network. A practical address for those visiting Rome for study, work or leisure, looking for a functional stay in an authentic, well-served neighbourhood.

★ 8.2 · Very Good · 479 reviews

Room types

Glint House Roma Sapienza offers six types of accommodation, from the more compact twin rooms with single beds at 26 square metres up to the Deluxe Apartment of 60 square metres with its own kitchen and independent entrance. All options are air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with a private bathroom with bidet, bathrobes and toiletries, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a set for preparing tea and coffee.

Some rooms, such as the 47-square-metre Double/Twin Room and the 60-square-metre Family Room, offer city views, while others overlook the property’s quiet inner courtyard. The King Room, the most compact of the double rooms, and the Deluxe Apartment, designed for groups of up to six people, round out a range able to suit both short stays and longer visits.

Deluxe Double/Twin Room with Single Beds

26 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 French double bed
Max 2 guests
Soundproofing, Inner courtyard view, Coffee machine

The most compact of the double rooms, with 26 square metres and a view of the quiet inner courtyard. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet, hairdryer, toiletries and bathrobes, while the flexible layout with single beds and a French double bed makes it suitable for both couples and small groups.

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Deluxe Twin Room with Single Beds

37 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed and 1 bunk bed
Max 4 guests
Air conditioning, Inner courtyard view, Wardrobe

Larger than the Deluxe Double/Twin, with 37 square metres and a combination of an extra-large double bed and a bunk bed that makes it practical for families with children. Here too the private bathroom is equipped with a shower, bidet and toiletries, with a view of the property’s inner courtyard.

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Double/Twin Room with Single Beds

47 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 large double bed
Max 4 guests
City view, Soundproofing, Toiletries

At 47 square metres, this is one of the most spacious rooms in the property, distinguished by its city view rather than the inner courtyard. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and bathrobes accompanies a mixed layout of single beds and a large double bed, ideal for groups of friends.

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Deluxe Apartment

60 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed and 1 bunk bed and 1 sofa bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 6 guests
Kitchen, City view, Independent entrance

The only option with an independent entrance and its own kitchen, consisting of a separate living room and bedroom, for up to 6 people: the best choice for large groups or families who want to cook on their own. It has a hob, refrigerator, oven and city view.

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Family Room with Private Bathroom

60 m² · Private bathroom

4 extra-large double beds
Max 5 guests
Private entrance, City view, Soundproofing

Equal in size to the Deluxe Apartment but without a kitchen, this 60-square-metre family room accommodates up to 5 people thanks to multiple extra-large double beds. A city view, private entrance and bathroom with shower and bidet complete one of the most spacious options for large families.

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King Room

28 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed
Max 2 guests
Private entrance, Inner courtyard view, Bathrobe

Designed for couples, this is the most compact double room in the property, with a single extra-large bed and a view of the inner courtyard. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and bathrobes accompanies a private entrance, making it one of the most secluded choices for a stay for two.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're looking for an affordable guest house just steps (350 m) from Policlinico metro station and one kilometre from Sapienza University.
Yes, if you're travelling with a group or family and need the Deluxe Apartment with its own kitchen for up to 6 people.
Yes, if you suffer from allergies: the property offers allergy-free rooms and dedicated solutions.
Yes, if you appreciate multilingual staff (Italian, English, Spanish, French) available 24 hours a day.
Yes, if you don't need to worry about a minimum age for check-in and are travelling with children of any age.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're travelling with pets, as they are not allowed on the property.
Maybe not, if you prefer to pay in cash: the property does not accept cash, only credit cards.
Maybe not, if you're looking for a venue for parties or events: these are not permitted.
Maybe not, if you can't communicate your arrival time in advance or risk checking in after 23:30, which incurs a EUR 10 surcharge.

Hotel facilities & services

Glint House Roma Sapienza offers guests an on-site bar where they can enjoy an Italian breakfast, plus a kettle/coffee machine available in every room. The property is entirely non-smoking, with a 24-hour reception for private check-in and check-out, luggage storage and daily housekeeping.

General amenities include a lift, heating, air conditioning, an in-room safe and allergy-friendly solutions for guests with allergies, as well as a small on-site minimarket. All rooms are soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, bathrobe and hairdryer, while the flat-screen TVs offer satellite channels and streaming services such as Netflix. A car parking and valet service is available for those arriving by car.

General facilities

Daily housekeeping
Private check-in and check-out
Luggage storage
24-hour reception
Safe
On-site minimarket
Allergy-friendly solutions
Air conditioning
Entirely non-smoking property
Allergy-free room
Heating
Soundproofing
Lift
Family rooms available
24-hour security

Parking

Car parking and valet service

Food & drink

Bar
Kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

Streaming service (e.g. Netflix)
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
TV
Pay-per-view channels
Internet connection

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Toilet
Bidet
Bathrobe
Hairdryer
Shower
Bed linen
Wardrobe or closet
View
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Sofa bed
Desk

Location & what to see

Glint House Roma Sapienza is located in the Nomentano district, a residential area north-east of Rome’s centre, appreciated for its lively atmosphere linked to the nearby La Sapienza University campus and for the small bars, trattorias and neighbourhood shops along Via Alfonso Borelli and the surrounding streets. Just a few steps from the property are the restaurant Su Nuraghe, only 40 metres away, and several cafés such as Zoppo and Costarica, perfect for breakfast or an aperitif without having to go far.

Policlinico metro station, on line B, is about 350 metres away and allows guests to reach both Termini and the historic centre in just a few minutes; Piazza Bologna station is 750 metres away. Roma Tiburtina railway station is about 1.3 km away, while Roma Termini can be reached in 1.4 km. Ciampino Airport is about 12 km away, and Fiumicino Airport about 22 km away. La Sapienza University, with its historic university campus, is one kilometre from the property.

Nearby, visitors can explore Villa Torlonia, 700 metres away, with its park and historic villas, and Porta Pia, about 1.2 km away, one of the symbols of Italian unification. The Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome (MACRO) is 1.3 km away, ideal for a cultural break. Moving towards the centre, within about 2-3 km guests can reach Villa Borghese, Porta Maggiore, the Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum, all easily accessible by metro or a pleasant walk, making the neighbourhood a practical base for both a cultural holiday and stays related to study or work.

Policlinico Metro Station — Line B stop just steps from the property 350 m

Villa Torlonia — Historic park with period villas open to the public 700 m

Piazza Bologna — Lively square with shops, bars and metro connections 700 m

Porta Pia — Monumental gate symbolising Italian unification 1,2 km

Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome — Museum dedicated to contemporary art in a former brewery 1,3 km

Roma Termini Station — The capital's main railway hub 1,4 km

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What guests say about Glint House Roma Sapienza

8.2

Very Good · 479 reviews

Staff

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Location

8.7

Cleanliness

8.5

Facilities

8.2

Value for money

8

Free Wi-Fi

7.9

Reviews particularly praise staff helpfulness (8.7) and location (8.7), especially appreciated by couples. Scores for cleanliness (8.5) and comfort (8.4) are also good, while value for money (8.0) and WiFi (7.9) are more average compared to the property’s other aspects.