Guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, a short walk from the metro, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathroom and a coffee machine in every unit.
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La Casa delle Tartarughe is a guest house located in the San Giovanni district of Rome, just 300 metres from San Giovanni Metro Station and about 2 km from the Colosseum. The entirely non-smoking property sits in a well-connected central area, particularly appreciated by couples who rated its location 9.4.
The four room types available are designed to suit both couples and small family groups, with sizes ranging from 20 to 40 square metres. Every unit features a private bathroom, desk, flat-screen TV, wardrobe and coffee machine, while the largest room also offers a whirlpool bathtub for a more relaxing stay.
The area around the property offers numerous dining options, with bars and restaurants within a few minutes’ walk, and provides easy access to both the historic centre and the main public transport connections, including nearby metro and railway stations.
La Casa delle Tartarughe offers four room types, all equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, wardrobe and coffee machine, designed to suit different needs, from couples travelling together to small family groups. Sizes range from 20 to 40 square metres, with configurations that include large double beds paired, in some cases, with an additional sofa bed to accommodate up to three guests.
The most spacious room stands out for its whirlpool bathtub, a detail that makes it the ideal choice for those seeking a more relaxing stay. The other, more compact room types share amenities such as parquet flooring, heating, a tea and coffee set and bathroom toiletries, still ensuring a good level of comfort at prices that vary according to size and capacity.
The largest room in the property, at 40 sqm, stands out for its whirlpool bathtub, offering an extra touch of relaxation compared to the other room types. It features a walk-in shower, tea and coffee set, wardrobe and an additional sofa bed, ideal for a couple’s stay with the option of hosting a third guest.
Designed for families with one child, this 25 sqm room combines a large double bed with a sofa bed. The private bathroom with walk-in shower comes complete with bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, while parquet flooring and heating complete an accommodation larger than the Superior rooms.
The most compact room, reserved for couples, this 20 sqm room features a single large double bed with no additional sofa bed. The private bathroom with walk-in shower is equipped with bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, in a heated room with parquet flooring.
Configurable as a double or twin room with single beds, this 20 sqm room is the only one among the smaller room types to offer this layout flexibility. The private bathroom includes a walk-in shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, with parquet flooring and heating.
La Casa delle Tartarughe offers free WiFi throughout the property, along with services designed to make the stay convenient, such as express and private check-in and check-out and daily housekeeping. The property is entirely non-smoking, equipped with a lift, air conditioning and heating, with parquet flooring in the common areas and rooms.
Every room is equipped with a private bathroom, shower or bathtub, bed linen, towels, complimentary toiletries, refrigerator, electric kettle and coffee machine, plus a desk useful for business travellers. The availability of family rooms makes the property suitable for small groups as well.
For those arriving by car, street parking is available nearby, while golf enthusiasts will find a course within 3 km of the property. CCTV cameras in common areas and fire extinguishers contribute to the overall safety of the building.
La Casa delle Tartarughe is located in the San Giovanni district, one of the liveliest and best-served residential areas of Rome, just steps from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and the ancient Aurelian Walls. The neighbourhood retains an authentic feel, far from the mass tourism of the historic centre, with bars, restaurants and local shops keeping the surrounding streets lively throughout the day.
The location is well connected: San Giovanni Metro Station, on line A, is just 250 metres away, while San Giovanni railway station is about 150 metres away. The Colosseum can be reached in about 2 km, the Domus Aurea in 1.6 km and Porta Maggiore in 550 metres. For those arriving or departing by air, Ciampino Airport is about 10 km away, while Fiumicino is 21 km away.
Nearby, you can walk to historic sites such as the Temple of Minerva Medica and the archaeological remains of the Celio area, while Palatine Hill and the Roman Forums are conveniently accessible by metro in a few minutes. The neighbourhood is also well suited to evening strolls among local venues and small restaurants, ideal for those who want to experience Rome away from the busiest routes, with the historic centre and its main attractions always within reach thanks to the rail connections.
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Reviews particularly praise the cleanliness (9.7) and comfort (9.5) of the rooms, along with a highly appreciated guest service (9.4). The central location, rated 9.4, is especially convincing for travelling couples, who consider it one of the property’s strengths.
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No, La Casa delle Tartarughe does not accept pets during the stay.
La Casa delle Tartarughe is located about 1.7 km from the Colosseum, easily reachable on foot or by public transport from the San Giovanni area.
Yes, La Casa delle Tartarughe offers free WiFi throughout the property.
The minimum age to check in at La Casa delle Tartarughe is 18 years.
Yes, the King Room with Whirlpool Bathtub at La Casa delle Tartarughe features a whirlpool bathtub, as well as a walk-in shower and a tea and coffee set.
Yes, La Casa delle Tartarughe applies a surcharge of EUR 20 for arrivals between 8:00 PM and midnight, and EUR 30 for arrivals after midnight, subject to confirmation from the property.
