Guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, with air-conditioned rooms, shared kitchen and excellent metro connections to the historic centre.
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Grandma Roma San Giovanni is a guest house located in the lively San Giovanni district of Rome, a short walk from the San Giovanni metro station and Re di Roma station. The property caters to those looking for a practical and informal stay, with quick access to public transport and the main attractions of the historic centre.
The rooms, all with private bathroom, feature air conditioning, a refrigerator, oven and coffee machine, as well as toiletries, a bidet and a desk. City views are a common feature across all room types, as are included bed linen and towels. A shared kitchen is also available for those who want to prepare their own meals during their stay.
The location is one of the strengths highlighted by guests, especially couples, who rated it very positively. The Colosseum is about 3 km away, while the San Giovanni metro station is just 550 metres away. The area has numerous bars and restaurants within a few minutes’ walk, making the property a convenient base for exploring Rome without necessarily needing a car.
Grandma Roma San Giovanni offers two room types, both designed to provide independence and comfort during a stay in Rome. All rooms are air-conditioned and have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, as well as toiletries and a bathrobe. There’s also a small kitchenette with refrigerator, oven, coffee machine and kitchen utensils, along with a desk and the city view that characterises the entire property.
The main difference between the two room types concerns size and capacity: from the 20 square metres of the Double Room, designed for two people, to the 28 square metres of the Family Double Room, which thanks to the extra sofa bed can accommodate up to four guests. Both options nonetheless share the same comfort standards and practical amenities for an independent stay in the San Giovanni district.
At 20 square metres, this is the most compact room type in the property, designed for two guests. It has a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, toiletries and a bathrobe, as well as a kitchenette with oven, refrigerator and coffee machine. A dining area and a desk complete a functional space with city views.
Larger than the Double Room, with 28 square metres available, this option is the only one designed for families or small groups thanks to the sofa bed alongside the double bed, for a total of four guests. Here too there’s a private bathroom with shower and bidet, a full kitchenette and city views, with extra space to move around comfortably during the stay.
Grandma Roma San Giovanni offers a combination of amenities designed for a practical and independent stay. Every room has a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bathrobe, complimentary toiletries and hairdryer, while WiFi is free throughout the property, rated 10 out of 10 for the service.
A shared kitchen is available with hob, oven, microwave, refrigerator, electric kettle and kitchen utensils, useful for those who prefer to prepare their own meals. General facilities include heating, a lift, an iron, non-smoking rooms and accessible facilities with a lift to the upper floors.
Pets are allowed on request, possibly with a surcharge, and the property has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for guest safety. The on-site convenience store is an added benefit for those staying several days in the neighbourhood.
Grandma Roma San Giovanni is located in the San Giovanni district, a lively residential area south-east of Rome’s historic centre, appreciated for its authentic atmosphere and good number of local bars and restaurants. The property is a short walk from Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, the symbolic heart of the area with the basilica of the same name.
Transport links are one of the area’s strengths: the San Giovanni metro station is just 550 metres away, while Re di Roma station is 250 metres away. San Giovanni railway station is about 550 metres away, useful for those arriving or departing by train. Rome Ciampino Airport is about 10 km away, while Fiumicino is just over 20 km away. The Colosseum is 1.9 km away and Porta Maggiore 1.2 km, distances easily covered on foot or with a short metro ride.
Guests staying here can easily reach some of Rome’s most famous archaeological sites: the Baths of Caracalla are 1.6 km away, the Domus Aurea 1.8 km and Palatine Hill 2.2 km. For those seeking outdoor relaxation, San Sebastiano Park is 1.4 km away. In the centre, Trevi Fountain and Piazza Venezia are about 3 km away, ideal for an evening stroll after a day exploring ruins and museums.
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Guests particularly praise the WiFi, rated with the maximum score, and the staff’s availability, with high scores also for cleanliness and location. Value for money is solid, while services and comfort remain slightly more modest but still appreciated.
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Yes, Grandma Roma San Giovanni accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge applied.
Yes, Grandma Roma San Giovanni offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated with the maximum score by guests.
Grandma Roma San Giovanni is about 1.9 km from the Colosseum, a distance that can be covered on foot or with a short metro ride.
Yes, all rooms at Grandma Roma San Giovanni have a kitchenette with refrigerator, oven and coffee machine, in addition to a shared kitchen available for guests.
Yes, Grandma Roma San Giovanni is about 550 metres from the San Giovanni metro station and 250 metres from Re di Roma station.
Yes, Grandma Roma San Giovanni may charge up to 300 euros after check-out in case of damage caused to the property during the stay.
