3-star hotel in a quiet courtyard in the Aurelio district of Rome, just a short walk from the Vatican Museums, with 24-hour reception and free WiFi throughout the property.
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Hotel Paolo II is a 3-star hotel set in an early 20th-century building, in a quiet courtyard in the Aurelio district of Rome, about a 15-minute walk from the Vatican Museums.
The rooms, available in several types ranging from 11 to 15 square metres, are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, safe, minibar and private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; some also feature soundproofed walls. The property is designed for those looking for a convenient base to visit St. Peter’s and the Vatican, but also for business stays thanks to the 24-hour reception.
A lounge bar is available on site for relaxing moments, while breakfast is served in several variants, from continental to gluten-free, up to an American-style buffet. Roma San Pietro railway station is just 350 metres away, convenient for reaching Trastevere, and the historic centre with Piazza Navona and Castel Sant’Angelo is a short distance away. Pets are allowed, with a possible surcharge, making the hotel suitable for those travelling with their dog or cat.
Hotel Paolo II offers four room types, all air-conditioned and with a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries; each room also has a minibar, safe and TV with cable channels. Sizes range from the 11 square metres of the Comfort Single Room, designed for solo travellers, to the 15 square metres of the Superior Double/Twin Room, the largest and most complete in the range, with soundproofed walls and a wardrobe.
The two double/twin rooms offer flexibility in bed choice, with a large double bed or two single beds available on request at the time of booking, while the Classic Double Room, slightly more compact, is aimed at those looking for an essential and functional solution for their stay in Rome.
Double or twin room of 14.5 square metres with tiled or marble flooring and transom windows. At the time of booking, guests can indicate their preferred bed type, choosing between a large double bed or two separate single beds, a versatile solution for couples or friends.
At 13.5 square metres, the Classic Double Room is slightly more compact than the other double rooms in the property, furnished with transom windows and a French bed. It’s the most essential choice for a practical stay just steps from the Vatican.
The smallest of the available rooms, at 11 square metres, the Comfort Single Room is designed for solo travellers. It features cable TV, tiled or marble flooring and transom windows, in an essential and functional setting.
The Superior Double/Twin Room is the largest in the property at 15 square metres, and the only one to offer soundproofed walls combined with a wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries. Here too, guests can choose between a large double bed or two single beds.
Hotel Paolo II provides guests with a 24-hour reception, continuous security service and an airport shuttle service on request. There is also an inner garden to relax in, while luggage storage and a tour desk are useful for those visiting Rome with more time available.
For dining, the property offers a bar, an in-room minibar service and the possibility of having breakfast served in the room; wine, champagne and fruit are also available on request. General facilities include air conditioning in all common areas, soundproofing, heating and an in-room safe. The property is entirely non-smoking and has rooms and facilities designed for guests with disabilities, as well as allergy-free solutions for those with allergies.
Hotel Paolo II is located in the Aurelio district, in a quiet courtyard just steps from the Vatican walls, in one of the calmest areas of Rome’s historic centre despite its proximity to the city’s most visited sites. The area is residential, with small neighbourhood bars and restaurants such as Bar Prudenzi and The Dome just a few dozen metres from the entrance, ideal for those seeking a stay away from tourist traffic yet still within walking distance of the main landmarks.
In terms of transport links, Roma San Pietro railway station is just 250 metres away and provides quick connections to Trastevere and Viterbo, while Cipro metro station is about 1.1 km away. The Vatican Museums can be reached in about 15 minutes on foot (900 metres), and St. Peter’s Square is 550 metres away. For those arriving by air, Rome Ciampino Airport is the closest at 14 km, followed by Fiumicino Airport at about 16.7 km.
Among the attractions within walking distance are Castel Sant’Angelo, 1.2 km away, and the charming Vatican Gardens 450 metres away, perfect for an afternoon stroll. In the summer months, the Trastevere district, reachable by train, offers open-air venues along the Tiber, while in winter the Vatican Museums are the best option for those wanting to avoid high-season queues. Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori, 1.6 km and 1.5 km away respectively, complete the area’s cultural offerings, while the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Venezia, both about 2.4 km away, can be reached with a longer walk or by public transport.
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Guests particularly praise the staff’s helpfulness, rated 9.6, and the location, with a score of 9.5, often mentioned by couples travelling together. Room cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, both above 9, while the value for money remains solid with a score of 8.8.
Hotel Paolo II is located in the Aurelio district of Rome, about a 15-minute walk from the Vatican Museums and 550 metres from St. Peter’s Square.
Yes, Hotel Paolo II accepts pets, although a surcharge may be required depending on the type of animal.
At Hotel Paolo II, check-in is available from 14:30 to 00:00, while check-out must be completed by 10:30; it is advisable to inform the property of your arrival time in advance.
Yes, Hotel Paolo II offers free WiFi throughout the property, including rooms and common areas.
Hotel Paolo II offers breakfast with continental, Italian, American, buffet and gluten-free options.
Hotel Paolo II is about 14 km from Rome Ciampino Airport and about 16.7 km from Rome Fiumicino Airport, both reachable by shuttle or public transport.
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