3-star hotel in the Termini district of Rome, a short walk from the metro and Porta Maggiore, with a terrace, bar and air-conditioned rooms equipped with a minibar.
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Hotel Balilla is a 3-star property in the Esquilino-Termini district of Rome, 700 metres from Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station and 400 metres from Porta Maggiore.
The hotel is designed for those visiting the capital who want a convenient base near the metro and railway network: Manzoni Metro Station is about 500 metres away, while Termini Station can be reached on foot in just a few minutes. All rooms are air conditioned and furnished with a desk, electric kettle, refrigerator, minibar and safe, and feature a private bathroom with bidet, a flat-screen TV and linens provided by the hotel. The offering includes double rooms with single beds and a triple room designed for small groups or families.
Common facilities include a terrace, a common lounge, a bar and room service, along with luggage storage and free WiFi available throughout the property, which is entirely non-smoking. A paid airport shuttle is also available on request. Breakfast, continental or Italian, rounds out an offering designed for those who want to move easily among the monuments of the historic centre, from the Colosseum to the Trevi Fountain.
Hotel Balilla offers two room types, both air conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with bidet and hairdryer, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar, electric kettle, refrigerator and safe. Sheets and towels are provided by the property, as are complimentary bath products.
The Double Room with Single Beds measures 20 m² and can accommodate up to two people, with the option to choose between a large double bed or two separate single beds, a useful solution for those travelling as a couple or with a friend. The Triple Room, at 23 m², is designed for three guests and offers a combination of a single bed with a large double bed, or three single beds side by side, making it suitable for small groups or families needing several separate beds.
At 20 m², this is the most compact room type at Hotel Balilla, designed for two people who can choose between a large double bed or two separate single beds. The private bathroom features a shower, bidet and hairdryer, while the room is air conditioned and equipped with a minibar, electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
Larger than the Double Room with Single Beds, at 23 m² and accommodating up to three people, the Triple Room offers the flexibility of combining a single bed with a large double bed or three single beds side by side, making it the best choice for small groups or families. It also features a private bathroom with shower and bidet, plus a minibar and flat-screen TV.
Hotel Balilla offers common areas designed for relaxation, including a sun terrace, a terrace and a common lounge with a TV area, as well as an on-site bar and a mini-market for everyday needs. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as are luggage storage and room service.
For those arriving from the airport, a paid airport shuttle service is available on request, while access is ensured by 24-hour security and CCTV cameras in common and outdoor areas. Rooms are air conditioned and some are soundproofed, with private check-in and check-out available on request. An elevator is also available to reach the upper floors, and the property is entirely non-smoking, with dedicated smoking areas outside.
Hotel Balilla is located in the Esquilino district, a short walk from Termini Station, in a well-connected residential area of Rome where historic buildings, small neighbourhood restaurants and evening venues coexist. The street where the property is located, Via Balilla, is close to the Temple of Minerva Medica, an ancient Roman hall visible just 40 metres away, and to the monumental Porta Maggiore, about 350 metres away.
Transport links are one of the area’s strong points: Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station is about 550 metres away, while Manzoni Metro Station is 500 metres away, both on line A, convenient for reaching the historic centre in just a few minutes. Santa Bibiana and Porta Maggiore railway stations are even closer, at 150 and 350 metres. For those arriving by air, Rome Ciampino Airport is about 11 km away, while Fiumicino is 21 km away; the property arranges a paid airport shuttle service on request.
From the area, the main monuments of the centre are easily reachable: the Colosseum is about 1.5 km away, the Imperial Forums 2.2 km, and the Trevi Fountain 2.5 km, all destinations reachable on foot or with a short metro ride. For those who enjoy walking, the district also offers Nicola Calipari Garden 600 metres away and the nearby Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano 900 metres away, ideal for an evening stroll. In summer the historic centre stays lively late into the night with venues and terraces, while in winter museums such as the National Roman Museum, 1.4 km away, remain a great destination for colder days.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.6, and the free WiFi, at 9.4: guests report attentive hospitality and a stable connection. Scores for cleanliness (9.0) and comfort (8.9) are also good, while the location, though central, receives a slightly lower score (8.5).
Yes, Hotel Balilla is located about 700 metres from Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station and 500 metres from Manzoni Metro Station, both convenient for reaching the historic centre.
No, Hotel Balilla does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Hotel Balilla offers guests a continental or Italian breakfast.
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Dedicated parking does not appear to be available at Hotel Balilla; however, the property is located in an area well served by public transport.
Check-in at Hotel Balilla is possible from 14:00 to 23:00, while check-out must be completed between 7:30 and 11:00, with arrival time communicated in advance.
The Colosseum is about 1.5 km from Hotel Balilla, a distance that can be covered on foot in about 20 minutes or quickly by metro.
