Locanda dello Spuntino
Grottaferrata · Italy · 4 Stars

Locanda dello Spuntino

4-star hotel in Grottaferrata, in the Castelli Romani area, with an in-house restaurant, garden and free bicycles to explore the surroundings.

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9.2 Score
252 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:30 Check-in
Nearby Taverna dello Spuntino · 10 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:30

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Locanda dello Spuntino

Locanda dello Spuntino is a 4-star hotel in Grottaferrata, in the Castelli Romani area, offering guests free bicycles, private parking, a garden and an in-house restaurant. The property focuses on attentive hospitality, with room service, concierge and free WiFi throughout.

The rooms are air-conditioned and feature a desk, coffee machine, refrigerator, minibar, safe, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with bidet; some units have a balcony with city view or garden view. The range includes double rooms with original terracotta and marble decor, as well as larger junior suites and suites with a sitting area, ideal for longer or romantic stays.

The location is particularly appreciated by couples, who rated it 9.2 for a trip for two. Grottaferrata offers walking, cycling and proximity to the Castelli Romani, while Rome can be reached with Ciampino Airport just a few kilometres away and a paid shuttle available on request.

Locanda dello Spuntino
★ 9.2 · Excellent · 252 reviews

Plan your stay at Locanda dello Spuntino

4-star hotel in Grottaferrata, in the Castelli Romani area, with an in-house restaurant, garden and free bicycles to explore the surroundings.

Room types

The rooms at Locanda dello Spuntino share a common set-up featuring air conditioning, soundproofing, flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee machine and private bathroom with amenity set. Room sizes increase progressively, from 25 to 40 square metres, following a path from the cosier double room up to the more spacious suites designed for those seeking greater comfort.

The Comfort Double Room retains original terracotta floors and wooden furniture with marble inlays and mosaics, while the Junior Suite introduces a separate sitting area for those looking for more living space. The Suite, the largest room type at 40 sqm, adds a bathtub with whirlpool to the sitting area, and is the only one to offer it among the available rooms. Several units enjoy a balcony with city view or garden view, adding a scenic touch to the stay.

Comfort Double Room — Locanda dello Spuntino
Comfort Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, City view, Soundproofing

The cosiest of the available room types, with 25 sqm featuring original terracotta floors and wooden furniture with marble inlays and mosaics. The bathroom is fully equipped and elegant, and some of these rooms offer a balcony with garden view or city view.

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Junior Suite — Locanda dello Spuntino
Junior Suite
32 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, Sitting area, Bathtub

Larger than the Comfort room, this 32 sqm junior suite introduces a dedicated sitting area, ideal for those wanting more space to relax. It has a balcony overlooking the inner courtyard and retains the same climate and technology features as the other rooms.

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Suite — Locanda dello Spuntino
Suite
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub with whirlpool, City view, Garden view

The most spacious room type in the property, with 40 sqm and a separate sitting area. It is the only room to feature a bathtub with whirlpool, as well as garden view and city view, for a stay designed for those seeking maximum comfort.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want to stay in a 4-star hotel with an in-house restaurant and room service
  • Yes, if you enjoy getting around by bicycle: the property offers free bicycles to explore Grottaferrata
  • Yes, if you are travelling as a couple: couples rated the location 9.2 out of 10
  • Yes, if you are looking for a larger room with a sitting area, such as the Junior Suite or the Suite
  • Yes, if you need private parking with a valet service

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you are travelling with pets, as they are not allowed at this property
  • Maybe not, if you are looking for breakfast included in the price, as it is not offered here
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to get around only by public transport: the nearest metro is 8 km away
  • Maybe not, if you need extra beds: the property does not offer any

Hotel facilities & services

Locanda dello Spuntino offers a range of services designed to make every type of stay easier. The garden with outdoor furniture, bicycle rental and cycling excursions invite guests to discover the Castelli Romani, while the parking with valet service simplifies trips to Rome and Ciampino Airport, also reachable with a paid shuttle.

Inside, the property offers concierge service, private and express check-in and check-out, luggage storage and a tour desk to organise outings in the area. Personal care is not overlooked, with daily housekeeping, ironing and dry cleaning services, while security is ensured by CCTV, key card access and 24-hour surveillance.

On the dining side, the in-house restaurant, bar and the option of breakfast in the room are complemented by a menu for special diets on request and meals designed for children too, for a complete dining offer.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service

General facilities

  • Garden
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling excursions
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
  • Shuttle service
  • Elevator
  • Airport shuttle

Parking

  • Valet parking

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/champagne
  • Meals for children
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room available
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Internet access

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Locanda dello Spuntino is located in the heart of Grottaferrata, at an elevation among the hills of the Castelli Romani, in a residential area where historic venues and small neighbourhood restaurants coexist. Just a few steps from the property are the Pausa Caffè Wine & Cocktail Bar, only 50 metres away, and the Taverna dello Spuntino restaurant at 10 metres, a sign of a lively area even in the evening.

Getting to Rome is easy: Rome Ciampino Airport is about 5 km away, while Frascati railway station is 2.2 km away and Marino Laziale station is 2.4 km away, useful for those who want to get around without a car. The University of Rome Tor Vergata is 11 km away, and the property also offers a paid airport shuttle on request for those arriving or departing from Ciampino.

The surrounding area offers plenty to do: Parco Avventura Grottaferrata is just 550 metres away, ideal for families and outdoor lovers, while Villa Torlonia, 2.1 km away, offers walks amid greenery. History enthusiasts can reach the Roman Amphitheatre and the Monastery of the Poor Clares at the Papal Villas, both about 6 km away, or venture as far as Porta Maggiore in Rome, 17 km away. In summer, the Castelli Romani area is a destination for day trips and local wine tasting, while in winter the historic centre of Grottaferrata offers a more intimate and authentic atmosphere.

Taverna dello Spuntino — Restaurant just steps away, convenient for dinner without needing a car 10 m
Pausa Caffè - Wine & Cocktail Bar — Bar for aperitifs and evening cocktails just steps from the property 50 m
Grottaferrata Adventure Park — Urban park ideal for families and outdoor activities 550 m
Villa Torlonia — Large green park for relaxing walks amid nature 2.1 km
Rome Ciampino Airport — Airport connected with a paid shuttle on request 5 km
Roman Amphitheatre — Protected historic site bearing witness to the Roman era in the area 6 km

What guests say about Locanda dello Spuntino

9.2
Excellent · 252 reviews
Staff
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free Wi-Fi
9.4

Guests particularly praise comfort and cleanliness, both close to the highest scores, along with a highly appreciated staff. Free WiFi also receives high ratings. Value for money remains the most modest score, though still solid, while the location is especially convincing for couples travelling together.

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