Guest house in a thirteenth-century building in the heart of Rome, just steps from Piazza Navona, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi throughout the property.
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L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso is a guest house housed in a thirteenth-century building in the heart of Rome, just 350 metres from Piazza Navona, in the district that holds some of the city’s most famous monuments.
The property is designed for those who want to explore the historic centre on foot: all rooms feature air conditioning, exposed beam ceilings, flat-screen TV, soundproofing, a minibar and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries. The room types range from the Small Double Room, more compact, to the Triple Room designed for small groups or families, up to the Classic Double/Twin Room, the largest in the range.
The location is the true highlight: the Trevi Fountain is a 15-minute walk away, the Colosseum is about 2 km away, and restaurants such as Vicolo88 and Il Convivio are just steps from the entrance. Couples particularly appreciate this area, rating it 9.4 for a stay for two. Free WiFi is available in all common areas and in the rooms.
The rooms at L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso are housed within a historic building in the centre of Rome and retain original architectural features, such as exposed beam ceilings, combined with practical amenities designed for the stay: air conditioning, soundproofing, minibar, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries are present in every room type.
The range includes three solutions designed for different needs: the Small Double Room, compact and suited to couples travelling with light luggage, the Classic Double/Twin Room, larger and more flexible in bed configuration, and the Triple Room, suited to small groups or families thanks to the higher maximum occupancy allowed. Several rooms enjoy a city view or a view of the inner courtyard, a detail that adds character to a stay right in the historic centre.
The Classic Double/Twin Room is the most flexible option in the property: it can be arranged with one large double bed or with two single beds, according to guests’ needs. It overlooks the city or the inner courtyard and offers air conditioning, minibar and flat-screen TV in a room with exposed beam ceilings.
At 17 sqm, the Triple Room is the most spacious of the available room types and can accommodate up to three people, with two possible bed configurations to choose from. It is air-conditioned and offers a city view, making it suited to small groups of friends or families visiting Rome.
The Small Double Room is the most compact room type in the property, at 11 sqm with a French double bed, ideal for a couple who prioritise the central location over space. It still features air conditioning, minibar and flat-screen TV, as well as views of the city and the inner courtyard.
L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso offers a range of services designed to make a stay in Rome’s historic centre easy. Among the highlights are the shuttle service and airport shuttle, useful for those arriving from outside the city, as well as concierge service, luggage storage and a safe available on-site. The common room with a TV area provides an additional space to relax beyond the guest rooms.
The common areas are entirely non-smoking, with air conditioning, heating and a lift that also makes the upper floors of the historic building accessible. The marble or tiled flooring echoes the character of the thirteenth-century building that houses the property.
Rooms feature a private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, a fridge and free WiFi, while pets are allowed on request, with a possible surcharge.
L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso occupies a thirteenth-century building on Via dell’Orso, within the maze of streets that make up the heart of Rome between Piazza Navona and the Tiber. It is a pedestrian-friendly area, rich in historic restaurants and trattorias: Vicolo88 and Il Convivio are literally steps from the door, while the Chiostro del Bramante with its café is about 200 metres away.
Piazza Navona is just 350 metres away and can be reached in a few minutes on foot, while Castel Sant’Angelo is about 450 metres along the river. The Trevi Fountain is a 15-minute walk away and the Colosseum about 2 km away. For those travelling by public transport, the Lepanto and Spagna metro stations are both just over 1 km away, while Rome Ciampino Airport is about 14 km away and Fiumicino Airport about 18 km away.
The area is well suited to a holiday that can be explored entirely on foot: from Piazza della Rotonda with the Pantheon to Campo de’ Fiori, all the way to Piazza di Spagna with its famous staircase, everything can be reached on a walk. It is no coincidence that couples rate the location highly, giving it 9.4 for a stay for two, and on summer evenings the alleys around Piazza Navona remain lively until late, while in winter they offer a quieter, more intimate atmosphere, ideal for those looking to discover Rome without the crowds of high season.
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Guests particularly praise the location (9.5) and the helpfulness of the staff (9.4), especially appreciated by couples. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while services and WiFi receive more modest ratings, reflecting the simple, informal character of this guest house.
L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso is just 350 metres from Piazza Navona, reachable in a few minutes on foot through the alleys of Rome’s historic centre.
Yes, L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso accepts pets on request, with a surcharge possibly applying.
No, L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso does not have its own parking; the property instead offers a shuttle service and airport shuttle for those arriving from outside the city.
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L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso accepts check-in from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and check-out from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM; a photo ID and a credit card are required upon arrival.
Yes, L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso offers free WiFi throughout the property, including in the rooms.
The Colosseum is about 2 km from L’antica Locanda Dell’Orso, while the Trevi Fountain can be reached in about 15 minutes on foot.
