Occidental Aurelia

Occidental Aurelia is a 4-star hotel set inside a former 17th-century monastery, about 3 km from Vatican City, in Rome’s Aurelio district.

The interiors retain a refined character, with marble and warm tones combined with minimalist Italian-style furnishings. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer; some room types add a sofa, bathtub or bathrobes, up to the Family Room designed for larger groups.

The property offers a 24-hour front desk, a landscaped garden for relaxing and a buffet breakfast with hot, cold, Italian and gluten-free options. Cornelia and Baldo degli Ubaldi metro stations are less than a kilometre away, making it easy to reach the historic centre and the Vatican Museums. It’s a suitable choice for those seeking a quiet yet well-connected stay, among families, couples and business travellers.

★ 8.4 · Very Good · 943 reviews

Room types

The rooms at Occidental Aurelia share air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, soundproofed walls and a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer, as well as a view of the former monastery’s inner garden. The range starts with the most compact room types, around 19-20 square metres, designed for two people, up to the Family Room of almost 50 square metres able to accommodate up to six guests with single beds, a sofa bed or a large double bed.

Among the main differences are the bathroom type, with a bathtub or shower depending on the room, and small extras such as bathrobes, tea and coffee sets or a coffee machine included only in some rooms. The Deluxe Executive Room and the Superior Premium offer slightly larger sizes than the base versions, while bed configuration is always flexible, with a choice between single beds and large double beds at the time of booking.

Deluxe Double/Twin Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 sofa bed or 1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Sofa bed, Electric kettle, Garden view

One of the most flexible room types in the property, this room can accommodate up to three people thanks to the extra sofa bed, in addition to the large double bed configuration. It is air-conditioned, with soft bathrobes, an electric kettle, flat-screen TV and minibar, while the en-suite bathroom features a hairdryer and toiletries.

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Superior Double/Twin Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds or 1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathtub or shower, Wardrobe, Garden view

Compared to the Deluxe, this Superior room stands out for its bathroom features, with a choice of bathtub or shower and bidet, plus a wardrobe for luggage. Air conditioning, flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and minibar complete an accommodation designed for a maximum of two guests with a garden view.

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Family Room

50 m² · Private bathroom

4 single beds and 1 sofa bed or 1 large double bed
Max 6 guests
Coffee machine, Bathrobe, Garden view

At almost 50 square metres, this is the hotel’s largest room, the only one designed for groups of up to six people thanks to four single beds plus a sofa bed, in addition to the large double bed alternative. The private bathroom features a shower, bidet and bathrobes, while the room also includes a coffee machine, plus minibar and garden view.

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Superior Premium Room

19 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed or 1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathtub or shower, Tea and coffee set, Garden view

This double room stands out for its dual bed option, French or large, and for the bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet and hairdryer. Also included are a tea and coffee set, air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a view of the inner garden.

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Deluxe Executive Double/Twin Room

25 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds or 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Bathrobe, Tea and coffee set, Garden view

At 25 square metres, this room is larger than the Superior Premium and accommodates up to three people. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and bathrobes comes with a tea and coffee set, air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a view of the former monastery’s garden.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to stay near the Vatican without giving up peace and quiet: you're just 3 km from Vatican City in a residential neighbourhood.
Yes, if you're travelling with pets: they are allowed on request for an extra fee.
Yes, if you're a family or a large group: the Family Room accommodates up to six people across almost 50 square metres.
Yes, if you often get around by metro: Cornelia and Baldo degli Ubaldi stations are less than a kilometre away.
Yes, if you appreciate a garden to relax in after sightseeing, plus a 24-hour front desk.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're looking for free included parking, as the property only offers reserved spaces for disabled guests.
Maybe not, if you want to be within walking distance of the historic centre: Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori are almost 4 km away.
Maybe not, if you have a very tight budget for pets, which involve a surcharge of EUR 25 per night.
Maybe not, if you're booking more than 7 nights without checking the conditions first: surcharges may apply for long stays.

Hotel facilities & services

Occidental Aurelia offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage and a tour desk to organise city visits, as well as room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests travelling with pets can count on dedicated bowls and baskets, while access is also designed for guests with disabilities thanks to accessible rooms and facilities and a lift connecting the upper floors.

Common areas include a garden with outdoor furniture, a terrace and a picnic area, ideal for moments of relaxation away from city traffic. For dining, there is a bar, a snack bar, an in-room minibar and the possibility of having breakfast in the room, with menus available on request for special diets.

The offer is completed by practical services such as laundry, ironing, luggage storage and a safe, along with a security system with closed-circuit cameras and magnetic key access, designed to ensure peace of mind throughout the stay.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Airport shuttle
Rooms/facilities for disabled guests
Flat-screen TV

General facilities

24-hour front desk
Garden
Terrace
Picnic area
Bicycle rental
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Shuttle service
Lift
Air conditioning
Heating
Safe
Rooms/facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms available

Parking

Parking for disabled guests

Food & drink

Bar
Snack bar
Minibar
Coffee house on site
Wine/champagne
Fruit
Breakfast in the room available
Menus for special diets (on request)

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
TV
Telephone
Internet connection

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hairdryer
Free toiletries
Bed linen
Wardrobe or closet
Garden view
Desk

Location & what to see

Occidental Aurelia occupies a former 17th-century monastery in the Aurelio district, a residential area west of the Vatican, quiet yet well served, dotted with small neighbourhood bars and restaurants such as Arturo all’Antica Aurelia, just 200 metres away, and La Nocetta, 250 metres away.

Cornelia and Baldo degli Ubaldi metro stations are 950 and 900 metres away respectively, connecting to the historic centre within minutes. Valle Aurelia railway station is 1.8 km away, while Roma San Pietro station is 2.3 km away. For those arriving by plane, Fiumicino Airport is about 14 km away and Ciampino Airport is 16 km away.

Just a short walk away, within 400 metres, is Villa Carpegna urban park, ideal for a walk or a run; a little further, at 2.6 km, lies the larger Villa Doria Pamphilj, one of Rome’s largest historic parks. Those wishing to explore art and history will find the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Square 2.8 km away, while Castel Sant’Angelo is 3.5 km away. The squares of the historic centre, from Piazza Navona to Campo de’ Fiori, are about 4 km away and easily reachable by metro or buses heading to the centre. The area is well suited both to short stays focused on visiting the Vatican and to longer stays thanks to the quiet character of the neighbourhood.

Villa Carpegna — green urban park a short walk from the hotel, ideal for walks 400 m

Cornelia Metro Station — quick connection to Rome's historic centre 950 m

Vatican Museums — one of the most important art collections in the world 2.8 km

St. Peter's Square — heart of Vatican City, a destination for pilgrims and tourists 2.8 km

Villa Doria Pamphilj — the city's largest historic park, perfect for sport 2.6 km

Castel Sant'Angelo — historic fortress on the Tiber with a museum and panoramic terrace 3.5 km

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What guests say about Occidental Aurelia

8.4

Very Good · 943 reviews

Staff

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Location

8

Cleanliness

8.9

Facilities

8.4

Value for money

8.2

Free Wi-Fi

8.5

Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.1, and the cleanliness of the rooms, appreciated with 8.9. Comfort and general services also receive good ratings, while the location, though convenient for the metro, receives slightly lower scores compared to the rest of the property.