Hotel Emmaus

Name: Hotel Emmaus
Address: Via Delle Fornaci 23/25, Aurelio, 00165 Rome, Italy, Roma, Lazio, IT
Price range: €€€
Rating: 8.1

Hotel Emmaus is a 3-star hotel in the Aurelio district of Rome, about 400 meters from St. Peter’s Square and 350 meters from Roma San Pietro railway station.

The property offers a lobby with a small bar, free internet stations with a printer, and air-conditioned rooms fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, private bathroom and tiled floors. Room types range from Single to Quadruple, suitable for both solo travelers and families visiting the Vatican’s landmark sites. On request, the hotel arranges guided tours in English and offers an airport shuttle service, luggage storage and a 24-hour reception.

Thanks to its proximity to St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican Museums and Ottaviano metro station, Hotel Emmaus is a practical base for those who want to get around on foot or by public transport in Rome’s historic center, without giving up a good balance between services and urban location.

★ 8.1 · Very Good · 1.570 reviews

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Emmaus share some basic amenities: private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV, tiled floors and free WiFi. The range includes four room types designed for different needs, from the more compact single accommodation up to the quadruple room for families or small groups.

The Single Room, at 9 m², is designed for one guest with a single bed. The Double Room, 14 m², offers a large double bed or two single beds, with a view of the inner courtyard. The Triple Room, 18 m², and the Quadruple Room, the largest at 20 m², feature flexible bed configurations suitable for families with children, with city views or views of points of interest in the Aurelio district.

Single Room

9 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
City view, Soundproofing, Minibar

The Single Room, at 9 m², is the most compact accommodation at the property, designed for solo travelers. Featuring an en-suite bathroom with shower, tiled floors, air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV, it also offers a view of the inner courtyard and the city, along with a minibar for drinks and snacks.

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Double Room

14 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds or 1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Inner courtyard view, Air conditioning, Minibar

Larger than the Single Room at 14 m², the Double Room can be set up with a large double bed or two single beds, as preferred. A private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV complete an accommodation designed for couples or two friends visiting the Vatican.

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Triple Room

18 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed or 3 single beds
Max 3 guests
City view, Landmark view, Soundproofing

At 18 m², the Triple Room offers two alternative bed configurations, suitable for small groups as well as families with a child. Compared to the smaller rooms, it enjoys a wider view of points of interest in the Aurelio district, along with a private bathroom and air conditioning.

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Quadruple Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 large double bed or 4 single beds
Max 4 guests
City view, Minibar, Air conditioning

The Quadruple Room, at 20 m², is the most spacious room type at the hotel and the most suitable for larger families, thanks to two alternative bed layouts that accommodate up to four people. A private bathroom, air conditioning and city view complete the accommodation.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Those looking for a hotel about 400 meters from St. Peter's Square and 850 meters from the Vatican Museums.
Couples, who gave the location a score of 9.5 for a trip together.
Those with specific dietary needs, thanks to vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast options.
Those who want to get around by public transport, with Roma San Pietro station just 350 meters away.
Those who appreciate practical services such as luggage storage, an airport shuttle and a 24-hour reception.

Maybe not, if...

Those traveling with pets, which are not allowed at this property.
Those arriving by car who need free on-site parking, which is not available.
Those looking for very spacious rooms: the Single Room measures just 9 m² and the Quadruple Room reaches only 20 m².
Those expecting a very high score for general services, rated 7.6 by guests.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Emmaus offers guests a 24-hour reception, with private and express check-in and check-out, concierge service, luggage storage and a tour desk to arrange guided visits. Those arriving or departing by air can rely on an airport shuttle service, while family rooms and soundproofed rooms cater to those traveling with children or seeking extra peace and quiet.

All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The property is entirely non-smoking, has a lift to reach the upper floors, and offers a small café service with wine and snacks for relaxing moments after sightseeing in the city.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Flat-screen TV
Family rooms available
Airport shuttle
Tour desk
Shower
Minibar
Luggage storage

General facilities

24-hour reception
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Express check-in/check-out
Family rooms available
Daily housekeeping
Lift
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofing
Shuttle service
Airport shuttle
Safe
Entirely non-smoking property

Food & drink

Café on site
Fruit
Wine/champagne
Snack bar
Bar
Minibar

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Radio
Telephone
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Shower
Bidet
Toilet
Hairdryer
Complimentary toiletries
Bed linen
Wardrobe or closet
City view
Landmark view
Refrigerator
Desk
Clothes rack
Outlet near the bed
Towels

Location & what to see

Hotel Emmaus is located in the Aurelio district, a short walk from the Vatican walls and one of the quietest stretches of Rome’s historic center. The area retains a residential character, with cafés such as Bar Prudenzi just a few meters from the entrance and restaurants such as Castello and Perdincibacco about 50 meters away, ideal for a meal after visiting the Vatican.

St. Peter’s Square is about 400 meters away, the Vatican Museums 850 meters and the Vatican Gardens 500 meters: distances that can be comfortably covered on foot. Roma San Pietro railway station is just 350 meters away, while the Ottaviano and Cipro metro stations are about 1.1-1.2 km away. For those arriving by air, Ciampino Airport is 14 km away and Fiumicino Airport 16 km away, both connected to the center by public transport or shuttle.

Beyond the Vatican, within a kilometer you’ll find Castel Sant’Angelo, about 950 meters away, and the Gianicolo Belvedere, a panoramic viewpoint over the city 750 meters away. Walking toward the center, in 15-20 minutes you can reach Piazza Navona, Campo de’ Fiori and the Trastevere district, with its evening life among bars and trattorias. In summer, long walks along the Tiber and in the Vatican gardens are a good way to enjoy the area away from the hottest hours, while in winter the proximity to indoor museums makes the location convenient in every season.

St. Peter's Square — The heart of the Vatican, with Bernini's colonnade and the basilica 400 m

Vatican Museums — Art collections including Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel 850 m

Vatican Gardens — A large historic park that can be visited with dedicated guided tours 500 m

Castel Sant'Angelo — A fortress and museum on the Tiber, formerly an imperial mausoleum 950 m

Roma San Pietro Station — Fast rail connections to the rest of the city 350 m

Ottaviano Metro Station — Stop on line A, convenient for reaching the historic center 1.1 km

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What guests say about Hotel Emmaus

8.1

Very Good · 1.570 reviews

Staff

9

Comfort

8.2

Location

9.6

Cleanliness

8.3

Facilities

7.6

Value for money

8.1

Free Wi-Fi

9.1

Guests particularly praise the location, with a score of 9.6, and the staff, rated 9. Cleanliness and comfort also score well, while general services, at 7.6, remain the aspect perceived as the property’s weakest point.