Guest house in Rome's Esquilino district, with air-conditioned rooms, free bicycles and highly rated WiFi, just steps from the metro and the Colosseum.
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Mr Frills is a guest house in the multi-ethnic heart of Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, in Rome, about 950 metres from the Domus Aurea and just over a kilometre from the Colosseum.
The property offers three room types, all air-conditioned and with private bathroom, designed for those visiting the capital without giving up essential comforts such as a coffee machine and flat-screen TV. The Double Room with Balcony offers a direct view over the square, while the Deluxe room is spread over two levels with a sofa bed in the living area, useful for guests travelling in a group.
Among the services offered by Mr Frills are free bicycle rental, an airport shuttle service and the possibility of arranging a car rental, as well as a common room with a TV area to relax in after a day of sightseeing. The location, just steps from Vittorio Emanuele metro station and Termini Laziali station, makes the property convenient both for those arriving by train and for those getting around by public transport to the city’s main landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Trevi Fountain.
Mr Frills offers three room types, all featuring air conditioning, private bathroom, flat-screen TV and coffee machine, designed for a practical stay in the Termini Station district. The Double Room, the most compact at 14 sqm, is designed for those looking for the essentials without giving up the comfort of a large double bed.
The Double Room with Balcony, at 18 sqm, adds a private outlook with a view over Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, ideal for those who want to enjoy the district’s atmosphere even from their own room. The Deluxe Room, also 18 sqm but spread over two levels, stands out for its raised sleeping area with parquet flooring and a sofa bed on the lower floor, convenient for longer stays or for those wanting a more articulated space.
The most compact of Mr Frills’ rooms, at 14 sqm with tiled floors, designed for two people looking for a simple, functional base just steps from Piazza Vittorio Emanuele.
Larger than the standard Double Room at 18 sqm, this room is the only one in the property with a private balcony and a view over Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, perfect for those who want to look out over the life of the neighbourhood.
Spread over two levels, the Deluxe is the only room with a raised sleeping area in parquet flooring and a sofa bed on the lower floor, a layout that makes it suitable for those looking for more space or longer stays.
Mr Frills provides guests with services designed to make a stay in Rome easier, starting with free bicycle rental and an airport shuttle service, useful for those arriving at or departing from the city’s airports. A car rental and babysitting service are also available on request, as well as a common room with a TV area to spend free time in.
The property is entirely non-smoking and equipped with a lift, air conditioning and heating throughout the common areas. The rooms are equipped with toiletries, a hairdryer, bed linen and a shared kitchen with coffee machine, electric kettle, microwave oven and refrigerator, convenient for those who want to prepare something without going out.
Mr Frills is located in the Esquilino district, right on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, one of Rome’s largest arcaded squares and the heart of one of the city’s most multicultural areas, with markets, ethnic shops and venues open late just steps from the property’s entrance.
Vittorio Emanuele metro station is about 150 metres away, while the Manzoni stop is 400 metres away; Termini Laziali railway station is just 300 metres away and Termini Station, the capital’s main railway hub, is reachable in just a few minutes on foot. For those arriving by air, Rome Ciampino Airport is about 11 km away, while Fiumicino is about 20 km away; the property also offers an airport shuttle service on request.
Some of Rome’s best-known archaeological sites can be reached on foot in just a few minutes: the Domus Aurea is about 950 metres away, the Colosseum just over 1 km away and the National Roman Museum about 1.1 km away. Continuing towards the historic centre, in about 20-25 minutes on foot you reach the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna, both about 2-2.4 km away. Porta Maggiore and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, among the landmarks most mentioned by guests, are also within walking distance. In summer the area comes alive with the outdoor tables of ethnic venues, while in winter it remains a good base for walks to the museums and basilicas of the centre, thanks to its proximity to the main rail connections.
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Guests especially praise the staff, with a score of 9.3, and the free WiFi, rated almost at the maximum with 9.9. Cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, both at 8.9. The location, although central, receives the lowest score (8.5), likely due to the walking distance from the historic centre’s more distant landmarks.
Yes, Mr Frills accepts pets, with a surcharge of €10 per day per pet.
Yes, Mr Frills offers free WiFi throughout the property, a service rated by guests with a score of 9.9.
No, Mr Frills does not have private parking; the property is however located 150 metres from Vittorio Emanuele metro station, convenient for getting around without a car.
Mr Frills is located about 1.1 km from the Colosseum, reachable with a walk of about 15 minutes.
Check-in at Mr Frills is possible from 14:00 to 21:00 and must be arranged in advance with the property; after 21:00 and until midnight a €30 surcharge applies, while check-in is not possible after midnight.
Yes, Mr Frills offers free bicycle rental to guests of the property.
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