A non-smoking guest house in the heart of Rome, a short walk from the metro and the imperial ruins, with air-conditioned rooms featuring a kitchenette.
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Marcelina Holidays is a non-smoking guest house in Rome, 700 metres from Porta Maggiore and about one kilometre from the Colosseum, in a convenient location for visiting the city on foot or by public transport.
The property offers four room types, all air-conditioned and fitted with a private bathroom with shower, a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, an oven and a safe, with bed linen and towels provided. Options range from the more compact double rooms, designed for two people, to the Standard Triple Room of 22 square metres, which can accommodate up to four people thanks to the large double bed, single bed and sofa bed.
The area around Via Cairoli is well connected: Vittorio Emanuele metro station is about 250 metres away, while Termini Laziali and Santa Bibiana railway stations are just a few hundred metres away. Nearby you’ll find small inns, Chinese cafés and restaurants such as Himalaya’s Kashmir just steps from the entrance, as well as historic sites like the Temple of Minerva Medica. A practical address for those seeking a functional stay well connected to the historic centre.
The rooms at Marcelina Holidays share a practical setup designed for independent stays: air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower, a fully equipped kitchenette with hob, oven, fridge and utensils, as well as a desk, a safe and a flat-screen TV in every unit. Bed linen and towels are always included, as are complimentary bathroom amenities and a hairdryer, making every room suitable for those travelling for work or leisure without giving up a bit of home comfort.
The range includes three double rooms of between 12 and 15 square metres, with a French double bed, and a larger option, the Standard Triple Room of 22 square metres, which combines a large double bed, single bed and sofa bed to accommodate up to four people. The main difference between the room types therefore lies in size and capacity, while amenities and services remain consistent throughout the property.
The largest of the three double rooms, with 15 square metres available. Featuring a fully equipped kitchenette, a dining area and a living area with a flat-screen TV, it offers a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer. Ideal for those seeking the most space among the doubles at an affordable price.
The most compact room in the property, at 12 square metres. Despite its small size, it retains a fully equipped kitchen with hob, oven and fridge, as well as a dining area and a private bathroom with shower and bidet. An essential choice for a short stay alone or as a couple.
Sharing its name with the previous room but with a few extra square metres, 14 in total, this room offers the same setup with a kitchenette, dining area and private bathroom. It stands out for a slightly more generous layout that gives more breathing room to the living area with TV.
The only room designed for groups or families of up to four people, with 22 square metres, the largest in the property. It combines a large double bed, single bed and sofa bed, along with a full kitchen, bidet and private bathroom with shower. The ideal solution for those travelling in larger numbers.
Marcelina Holidays focuses on practical amenities designed for independent stays in central Rome. Every room is air-conditioned, non-smoking and fitted with a private bathroom with shower, while free WiFi is available throughout the property. There’s also an in-room safe for storing valuables, useful for those getting around the city a lot.
The kitchen is a distinctive feature: every unit has a kitchenette with hob, oven, fridge, microwave and complete utensils, as well as a coffee machine and kettle for tea, designed for those who prefer to prepare their own meals during their stay.
General amenities include heating, a carbon monoxide detector and access to upper floors via lift. The property also offers family rooms and bed linen provided in every room, features that make it a functional base for families and small groups.
Marcelina Holidays is located on Via Cairoli, in a residential stretch of the Esquilino district a short walk from Termini station, a multi-ethnic and lively neighbourhood characterised by Chinese shops, small ethnic restaurants and neighbourhood cafés that keep the streets busy at all hours. The area is quiet at night but always well frequented, typical of central Roman neighbourhoods just steps from the tourist buzz.
The location ensures quick connections: Vittorio Emanuele metro station is about 250 metres away, Manzoni station is 400 metres away, while Termini Laziali and Santa Bibiana railway stations are about 200-300 metres away. Porta Maggiore can be reached with a 700-metre walk, and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore is 900 metres away. Rome Ciampino Airport is about 11 km away, and Fiumicino Airport is about 21 km away.
Some of the capital’s most famous attractions can be reached on foot in a short time: the Domus Aurea and the Colosseum are about 1.1-1.3 km away, and the National Roman Museum is just over a kilometre away. For those wanting to explore further, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna are about 2.2 km away, also easily reachable by metro. In summer, the nearby Nicola Calipari Garden offers a neighbourhood green oasis for a shaded break between sightseeing.
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Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, both rated 8.6, and the relationship with the staff, awarded 8.3. Services and value for money also receive good scores, while the location gets the lowest score, though it remains positive overall.
No, Marcelina Holidays does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Marcelina Holidays offers free WiFi throughout the property.
Marcelina Holidays is located about 1.3 km from the Colosseum, easily reachable on foot.
Yes, all rooms at Marcelina Holidays feature a fully equipped kitchenette with hob, oven, fridge and utensils.
No, Marcelina Holidays does not have private parking for guests.
Yes, Vittorio Emanuele metro station is about 250 metres from Marcelina Holidays.
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