Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound

Name: Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound
Address: Via Rodi 29, Vaticano Prati, 00195 Rome, Italy, Roma, Lazio, IT
Price range: €€€
Rating: 8.4

Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound is a 3-star hotel in the Prati district of Rome, between the Vatican Walls and Piazza Mazzini, just steps from the Vatican Museums.

The property stands out for its particular attention to sensory comfort: every room is equipped with an LCD TV and a Bang & Olufsen audio system, in addition to free WiFi. The room types available range from the Economy Double Room to the Deluxe Room with hydromassage bathtub, along with triple and single options with garden views, suitable for solo travelers as well as families with children.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning, continental style, which on milder days can be enjoyed in the garden with its furnished patio. The staff offers a concierge service, restaurant and event bookings, tourist information and the option to rent bicycles free of charge to explore the neighbourhood.

The location in the Prati area, a few minutes from Ottaviano metro station and the Vatican Museums, makes the hotel a practical base for visiting historic and Vatican Rome, particularly appreciated by couples for the quality of the surrounding area.

★ 8.4 · Very Good · 1.212 reviews

Room types

The room offering at Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound includes four types designed for different needs, from the 17 sqm Economy Double Room to the larger 20 sqm Deluxe Double/Twin Room, fitted with a hydromassage bathtub. All room types share a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, elements that ensure a comfortable stay regardless of the category chosen.

Those travelling in a group or with children can rely on the Triple Room, configurable with a double bed and a single bed or with three separate single beds, while those looking for peace and quiet and a cosy space will find the 10 sqm Single Room with Garden View a compact solution overlooking a green corner of the property. The most exclusive room remains the one with the hydromassage bathtub, minibar and bathrobes, designed for those who want an extra touch of relaxation during their Roman stay.

Economy Double Room

17 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bang & Olufsen audio system, Air conditioning, LCD TV

The Economy Double Room is the most compact of the double rooms in the property, with 17 sqm designed for practical stays in the city centre. It features a large double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, plus the Bang & Olufsen audio system found in every room of the hotel. It’s the ideal choice for those seeking the essentials without giving up the distinctive acoustic comfort of the property.

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Triple Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed or 3 single beds
Max 3 guests
Bathtub, Soundproofing, Flat-screen TV

At 20 sqm, the Triple Room is designed for small groups or families and stands out for its dual bed configuration: a combination of a double bed and a single bed, or three separate single beds, depending on your needs. It is also the only room, together with the Deluxe, fitted with soundproofing and a bathtub, a detail that makes it quieter compared to the other room types.

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Single Room with Garden View

10 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 1 guest
Garden view, Air conditioning, Satellite TV

The Single Room with Garden View is the smallest of the available rooms, at just 10 sqm, but stands out for its direct view over the property’s garden, an exclusive detail among the room types on offer. It is equipped with a French double bed, air conditioning, minibar and satellite TV, making it an ideal solution for solo travellers looking for a quiet corner.

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Deluxe Double/Twin Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Hydromassage bathtub, Minibar, Bathrobe

The Deluxe Room is the only one in the hotel fitted with a hydromassage bathtub, an element that makes it the most relaxation-oriented option among all room types. At 20 sqm, it also offers a bidet, hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes, minibar, tea and coffee set, and a flat-screen satellite TV. It’s the most suitable choice for those who want to add a moment of wellness to their Roman stay.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to stay in the Prati district, just 600 metres from the Vatican Museums.
Yes, if you're travelling with pets, allowed on request with a possible surcharge.
Yes, if you appreciate soundproofed rooms with a Bang & Olufsen audio system and LCD TV.
Yes, if you want to use the free bicycles provided by the property to get around the city.
Yes, if you're travelling with children, since they are welcome with no age limit and family rooms are available.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're looking for free parking: the property only has a garage.
Maybe not, if you plan to pay by card: among the listed payment methods, only cash is indicated.
Maybe not, if you need a very spacious room: the Single Room with Garden View measures just 10 sqm.
Maybe not, if you prefer a higher-category property: Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound is rated 3 stars.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound offers a range of general services designed to make a stay in Rome practical: 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, tour desk and the option of express check-in and check-out. Those needing extra assistance can rely on laundry, ironing and daily housekeeping services, while a safe and shuttle service on request add an extra level of convenience for those travelling with bulky luggage or unusual arrival times.

The inner garden, furnished with a patio, is a space available to guests on milder days, ideal for breakfast or a moment of pause. On the dining front, the property offers a small bar with a selection of wine and champagne and the option to prepare tea and coffee independently.

The rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, satellite channels, radio and internet connection, while the bathroom includes a hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and a courtesy set. The lift and family rooms complete an offering also designed for those travelling with children or in groups.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Parking
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Family rooms available
Room service
Airport shuttle

General facilities

Garden
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Tour desk
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry service
Safe
Shuttle service
Air conditioning
Heating
Lift
Family rooms available
Airport shuttle

Parking

Garage

Food & drink

Wine/champagne
Bar
Kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
CD player
Radio
Telephone
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Additional bathroom
Bidet
Towels/linen available for a fee
Private bathroom
Toilet
Complimentary toiletries
Hairdryer
Wardrobe or closet
Alarm clock
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Outlet near the bed
Desk

Location & what to see

The hotel is located in the Prati district, one of Rome’s most elegant and orderly residential areas, just steps from the Vatican Walls and Piazza Mazzini. It’s an area lived in mostly by Romans, with shops, historic bars and neighbourhood restaurants such as Al Poetto and Roots, both just 20 metres from the property, as well as a café around 250 metres away.

Getting around is made easy by the proximity of two metro stations: Ottaviano, on line A, 550 metres away, and Cipro at 750 metres, which quickly connect to the historic centre and Termini Station. The Vatican Museums are about 600 metres away, St. Peter’s Square 1.1 km, and the Vatican Gardens just over 1 km. For those arriving by air, Fiumicino Airport is 17 km away and Ciampino Airport around 16 km.

Guests staying in the area can devote a day to visiting the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, then walk to Castel Sant’Angelo, 1.6 km away, crossing the Tiber towards the centre. On days with fewer religious commitments, Monte Ciocci Park and the Ciclopedonale Linear Park, both within 1.3 km, offer a green alternative with views over the city. The main squares of the historic centre, from Piazza Navona to Piazza di Spagna, can be reached in 25-30 minutes on foot or with a short metro ride, making the area a good balance between residential tranquillity and proximity to the attractions.

Vatican Museums — Papal collections and the Sistine Chapel, among the most visited museums in the world 600 m

St. Peter's Square — The heart of Vatican City, with Bernini's colonnade 1,1 km

Ottaviano Metro Station — Line A stop for the historic centre and Termini 550 m

Castel Sant'Angelo — Fortress and museum along the Tiber, once an imperial mausoleum 1,6 km

Al Poetto — Neighbourhood restaurant just steps from the hotel entrance 20 m

Piazza del Popolo — Large neoclassical square on the edge of the historic centre 1,9 km

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What guests say about Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound

8.4

Very Good · 1.212 reviews

Staff

8.9

Comfort

8.6

Location

8.9

Cleanliness

8.7

Facilities

8.3

Value for money

8.4

Free Wi-Fi

8.5

Reviews particularly reward the location (8.9) and the staff (8.9), followed by cleanliness (8.7) and room comfort (8.6). Value for money (8.4) is rated positively, while general services (8.3) remain the slightly lower point, in a picture that is nonetheless consistent with an overall score of 8.4.