Guest house in the Esquilino district of Rome, a short walk from Vittorio Emanuele metro station and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, with air-conditioned rooms and express check-in.
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Leone D’Oro Guesthouse is a guest house in Rome, in the Esquilino district, about 200 meters from Vittorio Emanuele metro station and 500 meters from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
The property caters to those looking for a practical and affordable base to visit the historic center, without giving up a few essential comforts: all rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a desk, coffee maker, safe, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with shower, plus bed linen and towels provided by management. Check-in and check-out can be handled in express mode, a useful detail for those arriving on tight flight or train schedules.
Location is probably the main strength: guests rated it 8.7, and couples visiting Rome particularly appreciate it. From the guesthouse, places like the Domus Aurea, the Colosseum and Porta Maggiore can be reached on foot, while the city center is about 1.9 km away. It’s a basic but functional solution, designed for those who prioritize proximity to attractions over traditional hotel services.
Leone D’Oro Guesthouse offers three room types, all air-conditioned and with a private bathroom featuring a shower. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a coffee maker and a safe, plus bed linen and towels provided by the property: a consistent comfort base designed for short, practical stays in the heart of Rome.
The main differences concern size and bed layout. The Standard Triple Room is the largest, at 24 square meters with three single beds suitable for small groups or families. The two double rooms, both 14 square meters, differ in bed configuration: one with two single beds, ideal for couples who prefer not to share a bed, the other with a large double bed for those seeking more privacy.
The most spacious room in the property, at 24 square meters with three single beds, ideal for small groups of friends or larger families. Features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with shower.
A 14-square-meter double room with two separate single beds, designed for couples or friends who prefer separate beds. Air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom complete the amenities.
Same size as the double room with single beds, but with a large double bed: the best choice for those seeking more privacy. Air-conditioned, with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower.
Leone D’Oro Guesthouse offers free WiFi that guests have rated with a maximum score of 10, along with services designed to make the stay practical: private and express check-in and check-out, luggage storage and daily housekeeping. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a safe and magnetic key access, while some rooms are soundproofed for extra peace and quiet.
In the bathroom, guests find a hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, slippers and a bathtub or shower, plus bed linen and towels provided by the property. In the room, there’s also a coffee maker with kettle, handy for a break without having to go out.
The technology on offer includes flat-screen TVs with cable channels and streaming services such as Netflix, plus internet access in all rooms. The property is entirely non-smoking and has an elevator, CCTV in common areas and fire extinguishers for guest safety.
Leone D’Oro Guesthouse is located in the Esquilino district, a short walk from Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, in one of the liveliest and most multicultural areas of central Rome, not far from Termini Station. The neighborhood is animated by bars, ethnic restaurants and small shops, with an authentic, everyday character compared to the more touristy areas of the historic center.
The property is just 100 meters from Vittorio Emanuele metro station and about 550 meters from Manzoni metro station, which allow quick access to the rest of the city. Termini Laziali railway station is 400 meters away, while Rome Ciampino Airport is about 11 km away and Fiumicino Airport is 20 km away. The city center is 1.9 km away, and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore is 500 meters away.
On foot, you can easily reach some of Rome’s most famous ruins: the Domus Aurea is 750 meters away, the Colosseum is 900 meters away, and Porta Maggiore is about 1 km away. The National Roman Museum is 850 meters away, while for those wanting to venture further, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna are about 1.8-2.1 km away, easily reachable on foot or with a short metro ride. The area is enjoyable in every season, with Esquilino’s street life staying lively even in the warmer months thanks to bars and evening venues.
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Guests particularly praise the location (8.7) and the WiFi, rated with the maximum score. Cleanliness and comfort also receive good marks, while the staff earns a solid 8.1. A good compromise between simplicity and convenient connections.
Leone D’Oro Guesthouse is located on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, in the Esquilino district, about 100 meters from Vittorio Emanuele metro station and 500 meters from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Yes, Leone D’Oro Guesthouse offers free WiFi throughout the property, a service that guests have rated with the maximum score of 10.
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No, Leone D’Oro Guesthouse does not allow pets on the property.
The minimum age required to check in at Leone D’Oro Guesthouse is 18; children are not permitted.
At check-in, guests of Leone D’Oro Guesthouse must present a photo ID and a credit card, and are asked to notify the property in advance of their expected arrival time.
Yes, Leone D’Oro Guesthouse is located about 900 meters from the Colosseum and 750 meters from the Domus Aurea, both easily reachable on foot.
