Bed and breakfast in Rome's Aurelio district, a short walk from the Vatican, with air-conditioned rooms, shuttle service and on-site car rental.
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Impero Vaticano San Pietro is a bed and breakfast in Rome’s Aurelio district, just a few hundred metres from St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums. The property caters to couples and families visiting the Eternal City who want to stay within walking distance of Christianity’s main landmarks, while still enjoying good connections to the rest of the capital thanks to the nearby Roma San Pietro railway station.
The rooms, ranging from 15 to 45 sqm, feature classic furnishings, a private bathroom with bidet, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a fridge; some room types offer a balcony or terrace with garden views, up to the apartment with a separate living room for longer stays. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while guests arriving by car can rely on a valet parking service.
Among the additional services on offer are on-site car rental, a paid airport shuttle and daily housekeeping. The location, particularly popular with couples, allows guests to reach St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Gardens on foot, and Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori with a short walk or a metro ride.
The rooms at Impero Vaticano San Pietro cover a range of options designed for both short couple getaways and families looking for extra space. All share classic-style furnishings, a private bathroom with courtesy set and hairdryer, air conditioning, heating and a flat-screen TV, with soundproofed walls in the most requested room types. Sizes range from 15 sqm in the Basic Double Room to 45 sqm in the Apartment with Garden View, the latter featuring a separate living room and sofa bed to accommodate up to three guests.
Moving up the categories, distinctive details change: the Superior Suite adds a mini-fridge and extra space, the Classic and Deluxe versions focus on a dressing area and a roomy wardrobe, while the apartment stands out for its terrace overlooking the garden, ideal for those seeking a private outdoor space in the heart of Rome. Across all room types, the large double bed remains the standard furnishing, with some variation in how the space is laid out.
The most compact room type in the property, with 15 sqm of classic furnishings, air conditioning and heating. The private bathroom is fitted with a hairdryer and courtesy set: the simplest and most affordable choice among the available rooms.
Larger than the Basic, this 20 sqm suite adds a mini-fridge to its amenities and keeps classic furnishings with a private bathroom complete with courtesy set. An intermediate option for those who want a few extra square metres.
A 16 sqm room that focuses on functional details: shower, bidet and courtesy set in the bathroom, plus a dressing area and wardrobe for organising luggage, a feature not common to all the other room types.
Same size as the Classic but with a higher level of finish: bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a dedicated wardrobe and dressing area, for those seeking a more refined touch without changing dimensions.
The largest option in the property, with 45 sqm split between a separate bedroom and a living room with a sofa bed. The only room type with a private terrace overlooking the garden and a dedicated bathroom with shower, ideal for groups or families.
Impero Vaticano San Pietro offers a range of services designed to make visiting Rome easier, starting with free WiFi available throughout the property and air conditioning in every room. Guests arriving by car can use the valet parking service, while for getting around the city there is car rental, bike and walking tours, plus an airport shuttle organised on request.
The rooms feature a private bathroom with bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, flat-screen TV, bed linen and, in several room types, a wardrobe or walk-in closet. Daily housekeeping and private check-in and check-out complete the offering designed for those looking for convenience during their stay.
On the security side, the property guarantees 24-hour surveillance with outdoor CCTV cameras, key access and luggage storage, plus an on-site mini-market for everyday needs. Guests can also request in-room breakfast service and a minibar with wine and champagne.
Impero Vaticano San Pietro is located in the Aurelio district, a quiet residential area immediately west of Vatican City, away from the heaviest tourist traffic but very convenient for reaching the landmarks of Christianity on foot. Via Aurelia, the street the property overlooks, is dotted with bars and small neighbourhood restaurants, such as Bar Prudenzi 300 metres away and Kohinoor restaurant just steps from the entrance.
For getting around, Roma San Pietro railway station is just 400 metres away, while Cipro metro station and Valle Aurelia metro station are about 900 metres to 1 km away: from here, Prati and the historic centre can be reached within minutes. St. Peter’s Square is 450 metres away and the Vatican Museums 750 metres away, both comfortably reachable on foot. For those arriving by air, Fiumicino Airport is about 16 km away and Ciampino Airport 14 km away, both connected to the property via a paid shuttle on request.
Once in the area, it’s worth spending a day visiting the Basilica and the Dome of St. Peter’s, then heading towards Castel Sant’Angelo, 1.2 km away, and Piazza Navona, reachable in about 20 minutes on foot along the Tiber. In the warmer months, the nearby Vatican Gardens, 300 metres away, offer a green oasis for a break away from the crowds, while in every season the slightly more distant Trastevere district provides a more authentic atmosphere for an evening dinner.
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Guests especially praise the location, with a score of 9.3, and the staff’s helpfulness, rated 9. WiFi quality is also highly appreciated. Cleanliness and comfort remain at solid levels, while the value-for-money ratio receives slightly more modest ratings.
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No, Impero Vaticano San Pietro does not allow pets during the stay.
Impero Vaticano San Pietro is located about 450 metres from St. Peter’s Square, comfortably reachable on foot in just a few minutes.
Yes, Impero Vaticano San Pietro offers free WiFi throughout the property, a service highly appreciated by guests in reviews.
Impero Vaticano San Pietro offers an on-site valet parking service, useful for guests arriving in the city with their own vehicle.
The minimum age for check-in at Impero Vaticano San Pietro is 18; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Yes, Impero Vaticano San Pietro offers a 45 sqm Apartment with Garden View featuring a separate bedroom, living room and terrace, suitable for up to 3 guests.
