Guest house in the heart of Rome, between Via Veneto and Repubblica, steps from the metro and a short walk from the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna.
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La Controra Guesthouse Roma is a guest house located on Via Umbria, in the Via Veneto district, 400 meters from Barberini metro station and the same distance from Repubblica-Teatro dell’Opera station. The central location is one of the features most appreciated by guests, earning a score of 9.1 for the area, particularly loved by couples traveling together.
The property offers air-conditioned rooms furnished with parquet flooring, equipped with a wardrobe, safe, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Bed linen and towels are always included, and some rooms offer views of the inner courtyard or the quiet street behind the building. Room types range from a double room to a quadruple room with a bunk bed, suitable for both solo travelers and small groups.
The surrounding area is full of restaurants and eateries: places like Edoardo and Josephine Bistrot are just steps away, while the Trevi Fountain, Villa Borghese and Piazza di Spagna can be reached with a 15-20 minute walk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, which caters to those seeking a practical, no-frills base for exploring Rome’s historic center without long commutes.
La Controra Guesthouse Roma offers three room types, all with parquet flooring, air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a flat-screen TV, wardrobe and safe. Bed linen and towels are always provided, as are complimentary bathroom products, designed to make the stay practical from the very start, without the need for additional requests.
The range covers different needs: from the Double Room, the most compact at 14 m² with a view of the quiet street behind the building, to the Triple Room at 18 m² overlooking the inner courtyard, up to the Quadruple Room at 20 m², the largest, designed for groups or families thanks to the bunk bed combined with a double bed. The main differences therefore concern size, capacity and view type, while the basic amenities remain consistent throughout the property.
The largest of the available rooms, at 20 m², designed for groups or large families thanks to the bunk bed paired with a large double bed. Featuring air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, it’s the ideal choice for four travelers who don’t want to compromise on space.
At 18 m² and overlooking the inner courtyard, this triple room combines a single bed with a large double bed, making it the most suitable option for small groups of three. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries completes a room designed for a practical and private stay.
The most compact room in the property, at 14 m² with a single large double bed, overlooks a quiet street, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet in a central area. The private bathroom with shower and bidet, along with the parquet flooring, make it suitable for couples looking for the essentials.
La Controra Guesthouse Roma offers free WiFi throughout the property, a service highly appreciated by guests with a score of 9 out of 10. All rooms are non-smoking and equipped with air conditioning, a safe and a flat-screen TV, while the property as a whole is entirely non-smoking and features heating and parquet or wooden flooring.
Each private bathroom is equipped with a bathtub or shower, toilet, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, with bed linen and towels always included. Lockers and a fax/photocopying service are also available for practical needs, along with the option to request an invoice.
The property also offers family rooms, a useful feature for those traveling in a group or with children. Access is managed through personal keys, a detail that ensures guests’ independence during their stay in one of the most central areas of Rome.
La Controra Guesthouse Roma is located on Via Umbria, in the Via Veneto area, an elegant and very central district characterized by historic buildings such as Palazzo Boncompagni and the nearby Fontana del Mosè, just 200 meters away. The area is served by restaurants right by the door, such as Edoardo restaurant at 50 meters and Josephine Bistrot at 100 meters, ideal for a quick meal or an informal dinner after a day of sightseeing.
Getting around is made easy thanks to the proximity of two metro stations, Barberini and Repubblica-Teatro dell’Opera, both about 400 meters away, while Termini Station can be reached in 900 meters, convenient for those arriving by train or needing a connection to Fiumicino Airport, 20 km away, or Ciampino, 13 km away. Piazza della Repubblica is 400 meters away, a useful landmark for orienting yourself in the area.
On foot, in about 15-20 minutes, you can reach some of the city’s most famous attractions: the Trevi Fountain at 950 meters, Piazza di Spagna with its famous Steps at 850 meters, and Villa Borghese, ideal for a stroll through its gardens, at 850 meters. The Colosseum and the Imperial Forums are about 1.7 km away, reachable with a longer walk or a few minutes by metro, while Piazza Venezia and Piazza del Popolo complete a walking itinerary through the historic heart of the capital, enjoyable at any time of year.
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Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.5, and the central location, with a score of 9.1. Cleanliness and comfort also receive good ratings, while the value for money, though positive, is the lowest-rated aspect.
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Yes, La Controra Guesthouse Roma is located about 400 meters from both Barberini metro station and Repubblica-Teatro dell’Opera station.
No, La Controra Guesthouse Roma does not allow pets during the stay.
The minimum age required to check in at La Controra Guesthouse Roma is 18 years.
Yes, La Controra Guesthouse Roma offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated by guests with a score of 9 out of 10.
From La Controra Guesthouse Roma, the Trevi Fountain is about 950 meters away, Piazza di Spagna is 800 meters away, and the Colosseum is 1.7 km away, all reachable on foot.
No, La Controra Guesthouse Roma does not offer a parking service for guests.
