Budget hotel right in front of Roma Termini Station, a short walk from San Lorenzo and two metro stops from the Colosseum, with free WiFi throughout the property.
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Hotel Ciao is a 1-star property located opposite the Via Marsala exit of Roma Termini Station, just steps from the metro, bus and train connections that make it easy to reach every part of the city.
The property is designed for those seeking a practical, well-connected stay: the rooms, furnished in a classic Italian style, are air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with hairdryer, while WiFi is free throughout the property. The range of accommodations spans from the budget single room to family solutions with multiple beds, some with city views, others in the dependance with more recently updated furnishings.
The lively San Lorenzo district, especially popular in the evening, is just a five-minute walk away, while the Colosseum can be reached in two metro stops. Restaurants, bars and the capital’s main train and metro stations are all in the immediate surroundings. A convenient address for those visiting Rome without giving up easy access to public transport.
Hotel Ciao offers a wide range of solutions, from the budget single room to family rooms designed for groups or larger families. Most rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer; the exception is the Double Room with Shared Bathroom, which shares facilities with other units. Several room types offer city views, while the Deluxe rooms are located in the dependance with more recently updated furnishings and finishes.
Room sizes range from 11 square metres in the Classic Single to 28 in the Family Room, the largest in the property and able to accommodate up to four people. Bed configurations include singles, large doubles and French doubles, often combined to suit small groups. A safe, wardrobe and tiled flooring are present in most accommodations, making the choice flexible according to budget and number of guests.
The smallest and most affordable of the hotel’s rooms, designed for solo travellers. Equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with toiletries, it covers 11 square metres, the smallest size in the property.
Double room with a large double bed, air-conditioned and with a private bathroom equipped with toiletries. Larger than the Classic Single, at 17 square metres, and also suitable for a guest travelling with a child thanks to occupancy for up to two people plus one minor.
At 23 square metres and with a combination of a single bed and a large double bed, this room is designed for groups of three. Compared to the other Classic rooms it is the most spacious, while still offering air conditioning, TV and a private bathroom with toiletries.
The largest room in the hotel, at 28 square metres with three beds split between two singles and one French double, for up to four guests. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower and bidet, while a wardrobe and safe complete the amenities.
Located in the dependance, this 17-square-metre double room stands out for its walk-in shower with bidet and its city view. Compared to the Classic Double it shares the same size but offers the more recently updated finishes typical of the dependance.
Single room in the dependance, slightly larger than the Classic Single at 15 square metres. The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower and bidet, while the city view and dependance finishes set it apart from the classic version.
Triple room in the dependance covering 20 square metres, with a single bed and a large double bed. The private bathroom with walk-in shower and bidet and the city view make it a more recently updated alternative to the Classic Triple, despite its slightly smaller size.
The only room in the property with a shared bathroom, overlooking the city and equipped with a French double bed across 17 square metres. A more affordable solution compared to the doubles with private bathroom, for those who don’t need exclusive facilities.
Hotel Ciao offers guests a range of services designed for a practical stay in the heart of Rome. Daily housekeeping, private check-in and check-out, and express check-in and check-out options simplify the organisation of the stay, while concierge and room service remain available for any need.
The property is entirely non-smoking and offers non-smoking rooms, as well as family solutions for larger groups. Attention to safety is also present, with fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas and key access. Air conditioning and heating are available throughout the property, as is the lift and an in-room safe.
Among the services most appreciated by guests are luggage storage, useful for those arriving early or departing in the evening given the proximity to Termini Station, and free WiFi throughout the property, which keeps guests connected during their stay.
Hotel Ciao is located in the Esquilino district, right in front of the Via Marsala exit of Roma Termini Station, Rome’s main railway hub. The area, busy at all hours due to the constant flow of travellers, offers restaurants, bars and shops just steps from the property’s entrance, with venues such as Hokkaido and Capitello just metres from the door.
The location guarantees direct connections across the whole city: the Roma Termini metro station is about 250 metres away, while the Termini railway station is 200 metres away. The lively San Lorenzo district, popular especially with students and young people in the evening, is just a five-minute walk away. The Colosseum can be reached in two metro stops, about 1.5 km away, while Ciampino Airport is 12 km away and Fiumicino Airport is around 20 km away.
From the district you can walk to several historic attractions: the Servian Walls are 300 metres away, the National Roman Museum 500 metres away, and Piazza della Repubblica 700 metres away. A bit further, but still reachable with a short walk or metro ride, are the Domus Aurea, Piazza Barberini and the Trevi Fountain, all within 1.7-1.9 km. For those wanting to venture further, Villa Borghese with its gardens is a pleasant destination, especially in the spring and summer months.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.6, and the location, with an excellent 9.5 thanks to the proximity to Termini. Free WiFi also receives positive marks with 9.3. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while services remain the slightly weaker point.
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Yes, Hotel Ciao is located right in front of the Via Marsala exit of Termini Station, about 200 metres from the platforms and 250 metres from the metro stop.
Yes, Hotel Ciao accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge.
Yes, Hotel Ciao offers free WiFi throughout the property, a service rated 9.3 by guests.
No, Hotel Ciao does not have dedicated parking for guests.
The Colosseum is about 1.5 km from Hotel Ciao and can be reached in about two metro stops.
Yes, Hotel Ciao offers family rooms, such as the 28-square-metre Family Room with Private Bathroom, which can accommodate up to four people.
