2-star hotel on Aventine Hill in Rome, a few steps from Piramide metro station, with air-conditioned rooms and breakfast suitable for food intolerances.
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Hotel Santa Prisca is a 2-star hotel located on Aventine Hill, in Rome, about 500 metres from Piramide metro station and a 10-minute walk from the FAO headquarters.
The property offers four room types, from the Single Room with a small double bed to the spacious 30 m² Family Room, along with the Junior Suite with bathtub and bidet and the Double/Twin Room with single beds. All rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, a private bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer, and offer views of the garden, city or inner courtyard.
Guests can start the day with a continental and Italian breakfast, with gluten-free and lactose-free options for those with specific dietary needs. The property’s services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, a terrace and a garden, as well as a small bar for an evening aperitif.
The location on Aventine Hill, next to a large park and 700 metres from the Orange Garden, makes it possible to walk to both the Testaccio district and the main ruins of Rome’s historic centre.
Hotel Santa Prisca offers four room types designed for different needs, from solo travellers to larger families. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom, flat-screen satellite TV and a patio, with views ranging from the inner garden to the city. The 12 m² Single Room with a small double bed is designed for solo travellers, while the 14 m² Double/Twin Room offers the flexibility of a double bed.
Those looking for more space can choose the Junior Suite, with bathtub, bidet and garden view, or the 30 m² Family Room, the largest in the property, able to accommodate up to four people thanks to alternative bed configurations between single beds and a double bed.
The smallest of the rooms at Hotel Santa Prisca, designed for solo travellers. It features a single bed, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private patio, with views alternating between garden, city or inner courtyard.
The only suite in the property, with a separate bedroom and a full bathroom with bathtub and bidet, plus a wardrobe and safe. The tiled floor and garden view make it the most refined option for those seeking extra privacy.
The largest room at Hotel Santa Prisca, designed for families or small groups thanks to two alternative bed configurations between single beds and a double bed. It features a patio, air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV.
A compact double room, larger than the Single but cosier than the Family Room, with a double bed, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private patio.
Hotel Santa Prisca offers guests a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage and daily housekeeping, as well as a security system with CCTV and magnetic key access. The property is entirely non-smoking, but has a dedicated smoking area, and features a lift, heating and air conditioning throughout all common areas.
For leisure time, guests can make use of a terrace, garden and patio, as well as a common lounge with a TV area. The dining service includes a bar serving wine and champagne, with the option of having breakfast delivered directly to the room. Parking is also available, though spaces are limited, and rooms are also designed for larger families.
Hotel Santa Prisca is located on Aventine Hill, one of Rome’s seven historic hills, in a green residential area overlooking a large public park. The neighbourhood is quiet but just steps from the lively Testaccio district, only a 5-minute walk away, which comes alive in the evening with wine bars, restaurants and nightspots frequented mainly by Romans. 700 metres away lies the Orange Garden, one of the city’s most beloved viewpoints, offering a panoramic view over Rome and the dome of St Peter’s Basilica.
Getting around is made easy by the proximity to several transport stops: Piramide metro station is about 500 metres away, Circo Massimo station is 900 metres away, while Roma Porta San Paolo railway station is just 450 metres away, convenient for those arriving from the coast or from Fiumicino Airport, 18 km away. Ciampino Airport, on the other hand, is about 11 km away. The Colosseum can be reached in about a 20-minute walk (1.8 km), as can the Imperial Forums, 1.6 km away.
Those staying in the area can dedicate half a day to visiting the Baths of Caracalla, 1.2 km away, or stroll among the remains of the Temples of Portunus and Hercules Victor, near the Tiber. In summer, the riverside and the gardens of the Aventine offer some shade during the hottest hours, while at any time of year the Testaccio market and its trattorias remain a classic stop for those who want to try the most authentic Roman cuisine, away from the more touristy circuits of the historic centre.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.4, and the location on Aventine Hill, with an identical score of 9.4. Cleanliness (9.2) and comfort (9.1) are also highly appreciated, while the value for money, though solid at 8.8, is the slightly less outstanding category among those reviewed.
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No, Hotel Santa Prisca does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Hotel Santa Prisca has private parking, but spaces are limited and the service comes at a charge, by reservation.
Hotel Santa Prisca is about 1.8 km from the Colosseum, reachable in about a 20-minute walk or by metro from the nearby Piramide station.
Yes, Hotel Santa Prisca offers a continental and Italian breakfast with vegetarian, gluten-free and lactose-free options, served from 7:00 to 10:00 AM.
The minimum check-in age at Hotel Santa Prisca is 18; underage guests must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Piramide metro station is about 500 metres from Hotel Santa Prisca, while Circo Massimo station is about 900 metres away.
