4-star hotel in the Prati area, a short walk from Lepanto metro station and close to the Vatican Museums, with an in-house restaurant and air-conditioned rooms.
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Hotel Metropolis is a 4-star property located in the Prati district of Rome, 200 metres from Lepanto Metro Station and about a 15-minute walk from Vatican City and the Vatican Museums.
The building housing it has an elegant character and offers refined rooms, all equipped with satellite LCD TV, minibar and air conditioning, plus a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer. Some higher room categories feature a whirlpool bathtub and an in-room coffee machine, while the Suite adds a separate living area designed for longer stays or for guests who want more space.
WiFi is free throughout the property, and staff, available 24 hours a day, are on hand to arrange excursions and city tours. The in-house restaurant means guests don’t need to go out for main meals, while the surrounding area offers numerous bars and venues for evening life. Castel Sant’Angelo is a 10-minute walk away, and Piazza del Popolo is about 1.5 km away: a convenient location both for those visiting the Vatican and for those wishing to reach the historic centre.
Hotel Metropolis offers seven room types, from the Single Room designed for solo travellers to the Suite with a separate living area, including Standard, Executive and Superior double room options and a Twin Room with single beds. All rooms share air conditioning, a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, minibar and soundproofed walls, along with free WiFi available throughout the property.
Room sizes vary considerably, from 11 sqm in the Single Room to 36 sqm in the Suite, which also stands out for its whirlpool bathtub and living space separate from the sleeping area. The Executive and Superior rooms, both 25 sqm, add details such as a coffee machine or a seating area, while the simpler accommodations focus on functionality and essential comfort for those seeking a practical base from which to explore Rome.
Among the most compact options in the property, this 15 sqm room is equipped with LCD TV, minibar and free WiFi, with a garden or city view depending on the layout.
The same size as the Standard Room but designed for those who prefer two separate beds instead of a double, ideal for friends or colleagues travelling together.
The largest room type in the property, with 36 sqm spread across a sleeping area and a separate living space. It is the only room with a whirlpool bathtub directly in the bedroom, plus a coffee machine.
Larger than the Standard Room, it offers a dedicated seating area and a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, suitable for those who want a bit more space to relax.
The same size as the Executive Room but accommodating up to 3 guests, ideal for families with a child: an air-conditioned room with LCD TV and minibar.
The smallest room in the range, designed for a single guest: private bathroom with shower and bidet, tea and coffee set and a garden view.
Hotel Metropolis provides guests with a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, tour desk and express check-in/check-out, useful for those visiting Rome on a tight schedule. The property is entirely non-smoking and features a lift, air conditioning, heating and soundproofed rooms, as well as options for families and guests with disabilities.
On the dining side, an in-house café, a bar, a snack bar and the option of breakfast in the room are available, with menus on request for special diets. Every room is equipped with a tea and coffee kettle, minibar and refrigerator.
Practical services include laundry, dry cleaning, ironing service and daily housekeeping, while security is ensured by CCTV, keycard access and round-the-clock surveillance. Dedicated parking, however, is not available.
Hotel Metropolis is located in the Prati district, one of Rome’s most elegant residential areas, a short walk from Vatican City and characterised by wide avenues, shops and venues for every need. The location is especially appreciated by couples, who gave it a score of 8.8 for a trip for two.
Lepanto Metro Station is just 200 metres away, while Ottaviano Metro Station is about 650 metres away: both connect quickly to the historic centre and the main points of interest. Flaminio railway station is less than a kilometre away. By car, Rome Ciampino Airport is 15 km away and Fiumicino Airport is 18 km away. On foot, you can reach Castel Sant’Angelo in 10 minutes, the Vatican Museums in about 1.1 km and St. Peter’s Square in 1.3 km.
Those staying here can easily alternate religious and museum visits with walks in the historic centre: Piazza del Popolo is about 1 km away, the Spanish Steps 1.7 km away and the Trevi Fountain a little over 2 km away. In the immediate surroundings there is no shortage of restaurants such as Ulisse, 100 metres away, and cafés such as Epifani Café, 250 metres away, convenient for a break before or after sightseeing. The area is well suited both to short stays focused on religious tourism and to longer stays for exploring Rome on foot or by public transport.
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Guests especially praise the staff, rated 9.4, and the location, with 8.8. Cleanliness and comfort remain at solid levels, while the value for money, though positive, remains the lowest-rated category among those reviewed.
Hotel Metropolis is located in the Prati district of Rome, about a 15-minute walk from Vatican City and the Vatican Museums, and 200 metres from Lepanto Metro Station.
No, Hotel Metropolis does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Hotel Metropolis includes breakfast, served in continental and buffet style.
No, Hotel Metropolis does not have dedicated parking for guests.
The minimum age for check-in at Hotel Metropolis is 18 years.
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Yes, Hotel Metropolis offers free WiFi throughout the property.
