Bed and breakfast in the San Giovanni district of Rome, a short walk from the metro and a short distance from the capital's main archaeological sites.
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La Chiave di Roma is a bed and breakfast in the San Giovanni district of Rome, set in a historic building dating back to 1950 and located just 500 metres from San Giovanni Metro Station.
The property offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom, flat-screen TV and tea and coffee-making facilities, designed for those who want to move around the city comfortably without giving up a private space. Breakfast, served with buffet, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options, is included in the stay and can also be requested in the room.
The location is one of the most appreciated features: Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano is about 700 metres away, while the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums can be reached in a few minutes, covering about 1.6-2.4 km. There is no shortage of restaurants and informal venues nearby for lunches and dinners out. The B&B is suited to those looking for a practical base for exploring Rome on foot or by public transport, and is especially popular with couples, who rate the property’s location very positively.
La Chiave di Roma offers one room type, the Double Room with Private Bathroom, designed for two people with the option of adding a bed for a child. Each room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and courtesy set, as well as a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, wardrobe and a safe for storing personal belongings securely.
The room stands out for its view of the inner courtyard, which ensures a quiet setting sheltered from the area’s traffic. At 19 square metres, it is a compact yet functional solution, suited to short or extended stays for those seeking a convenient base for exploring Rome without giving up privacy and the essential amenities of a complete private bathroom.
A 19-square-metre double room overlooking the inner courtyard, offering a quiet setting away from street traffic. It features a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and courtesy set, as well as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, a wardrobe and a safe. A compact and functional solution, ideal for a comfortable stay in the heart of San Giovanni.
La Chiave di Roma provides guests with services designed for a comfortable stay, starting with free WiFi and air conditioning in all areas of the property. Express check-in and check-out are available, along with luggage storage for those arriving before check-in time or departing after check-out. Dedicated bowls are also available for guests travelling with pets.
General services include daily housekeeping, laundry service with dry cleaning and ironing available, as well as grocery delivery on request. The building is equipped with a lift that also makes the upper floors accessible.
On the dining front, breakfast can also be served in the room and includes fresh fruit, while menus for special diets, including those for young children, can be arranged on request.
La Chiave di Roma is located in the San Giovanni district, a residential area south-east of Rome’s historic centre, lively with local shops, bars and traditional restaurants that make the area enjoyable even outside the more touristy circuits. The building housing the property dates back to 1950 and sits within a quiet urban setting, just steps from the great Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano.
The location is convenient for those wanting to get around without a car: San Giovanni Metro Station is just 500 metres away, while Re di Roma Metro Station is about 400 metres away, both on line A. San Giovanni railway station is 400 metres away, useful for those arriving by train. The Colosseum can be reached in about 1.6 km, the Imperial Forums in 2.4 km and Piazza Venezia in 2.7 km, all distances that can be covered on foot in 20-30 minutes or in a few minutes by public transport. Rome Ciampino Airport is 10 km away, while Fiumicino is about 20 km away.
Guests staying here can spend their days visiting the area’s archaeological sites: the Baths of Caracalla are 1.4 km away, the Domus Aurea 1.5 km away and Porta Maggiore just over 1 km away. Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, 700 metres away, is a great starting point for a walk towards the historic centre, with stops at the many restaurants and informal venues that enliven the neighbourhood at both lunch and dinner.
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Guests particularly praise the cleanliness (9.5) and the helpfulness of the staff (9.4), as well as the comfort of the beds. The location (9.3) is also highly appreciated, ideal for couples visiting the city. The value for money remains solid with a score of 9.
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Yes, La Chiave di Roma accepts pets on request, with a possible extra charge for the guest; dedicated bowls are also available.
Yes, La Chiave di Roma includes breakfast in the stay, with buffet, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options, also available in the room on request.
La Chiave di Roma is about 1.6 km from the Colosseum, reachable on foot in about 20 minutes or in a few minutes by public transport.
Yes, La Chiave di Roma offers free WiFi throughout the property.
No, La Chiave di Roma does not have a dedicated parking service for guests.
No, La Chiave di Roma does not require a minimum age for check-in, but guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
