OSTELLO del Lago
Grottaferrata · Italy

OSTELLO del Lago

A simple and informal hotel in Grottaferrata, close to the lake and the Castelli Romani, with a garden, terrace and free parking for those travelling with pets.

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7.3 Score
140 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Bordo Lago · 500 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Breakfast Italian

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OSTELLO del Lago

OSTELLO del Lago is a property in Grottaferrata, in the Castelli Romani area, about 500 metres from Bordo Lago and 8 km from Rome Ciampino Airport. The hotel is designed for those looking for a simple and informal base, with a garden, terrace, common room and free private parking, and it is pet friendly with no extra charge for animals.

The available rooms range from the more compact Single Room to the Spacious Double Room, up to the Basic Triple Room designed for small groups or families. All of them offer a private entrance, a living area, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, a practical setup that favours functionality and privacy.

Breakfast, served buffet-style with Italian options, is included in the stay. The location is particularly appreciated by couples, who rate it positively for its proximity to the lake and to Grottaferrata’s main historic sites, such as the Cathedral and the Abbey. Rome’s centre remains within reach, about 30-40 minutes away by car, making the hotel a convenient base for those who want to visit the Capital without staying there directly.

OSTELLO del Lago
★ 7.3 · Good · 140 reviews

Plan your stay at OSTELLO del Lago

A simple and informal hotel in Grottaferrata, close to the lake and the Castelli Romani, with a garden, terrace and free parking for those travelling with pets.

Room types

OSTELLO del Lago offers three room types, designed for different needs: from the more compact single solution to the triple suited to small groups. The Single Room measures 9 m² and accommodates one traveller with a single bed, while the Spacious Double Room, at 14 m², is designed for two people with a large double bed. The Basic Triple Room, the most spacious at 18 m², combines a single bed and a large double bed to accommodate up to three people.

All rooms share some basic features: private entrance, living area, tiled flooring, heating, private bathroom and flat-screen TV. These are simple and functional spaces, without frills, designed for a practical stay rather than luxury. The choice between the three types essentially depends on the number of guests and the space desired, with the Basic Triple standing out for its larger size and the ability to host more people in the same room.

Spacious Double Room — OSTELLO del Lago
Spacious Double Room
14 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Living area, Private entrance, Heating

The most spacious of the double rooms, with 14 m² available for two people. It has a private entrance, living area and tiled flooring, as well as the private bathroom and flat-screen TV found throughout the property. A convenient solution for couples wanting a bit more space than the Single Room.

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Single Room — OSTELLO del Lago
Single Room
9 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Private entrance, Heating, Tiled flooring

The most compact room type in the property, 9 m² designed for a single guest. Despite its limited size, it retains a private entrance, living area and private bathroom. It is the ideal choice for solo travellers who don’t need large spaces.

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Basic Triple Room — OSTELLO del Lago
Basic Triple Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Living area, Private entrance, Family rooms

The largest room in the hotel, at 18 m², with a combination of a single bed and a large double bed allowing up to three people to stay. Suited to small groups or families, it shares a private entrance, living area and private bathroom with the other rooms, but stands out for its larger capacity.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're travelling with your pet, welcomed for free with no extra charge
  • Yes, if you have a car and want free private parking included
  • Yes, if you're looking for a quiet base near the lake and the Castelli Romani, away from Rome's traffic
  • Yes, if you're travelling with children, thanks to the indoor and outdoor play areas and family rooms
  • Yes, if you need accessibility, as rooms and bathrooms designed for guests with disabilities are available

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you want to stay in Rome's historic centre without travelling by car
  • Maybe not, if you're looking for a high hotel standard, as the comfort score stands at 7.7
  • Maybe not, if you prefer a full on-site restaurant, as the property only offers a café and snack bar
  • Maybe not, if you need a direct metro connection, as the nearest one is about 15 km away

Hotel facilities & services

OSTELLO del Lago offers guests well-kept outdoor spaces, including a garden, terrace, sun terrace and picnic area with outdoor furniture, as well as an indoor and outdoor play area and board games to entertain younger guests too. The property has a common room with a TV area, vending machines for snacks and drinks, and offers free private parking, including a space for guests with disabilities.

For dining, an on-site café and a snack bar are available, while breakfast is served buffet-style with Italian options. Attention to accessibility is concrete: rooms and facilities for guests with disabilities are available, along with wheelchair access, a toilet with grab rails and raised seat, a lower sink and an emergency bell in the bathroom.

Every room has a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and internet connection, while security is guaranteed 24 hours a day with controlled key access. The property is pet friendly, with no additional costs for animals.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • View

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Interconnected rooms available
  • Family rooms available
  • Outdoor play area
  • Indoor play area
  • Common room/TV area
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Wheelchair access

Parking

  • Parking for disabled guests

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Snack bar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • View
  • Living area

Location & what to see

OSTELLO del Lago is located in Grottaferrata, in the heart of the Castelli Romani, a hilly area south of Rome known for its historic towns, vineyards and mild climate. The property sits in a green area near the lake, about 500 metres from Bordo Lago park, and offers a garden and terrace to enjoy the area’s tranquil atmosphere.

Getting around is easy: Rome Ciampino Airport is just 7 km away, while Grottaferrata’s centre, with the Cathedral and the Bishop’s Palace, can be reached in a few minutes by car, about 3.5 km away. For those travelling without a car, Valle Vergine railway station is about 2 km away. Rome’s centre is around thirty kilometres away and remains reachable by car or via local connections to metro stations, the nearest of which (Anagnina) is 15 km away.

Guests staying here can dedicate time to exploring the Castelli Romani: the Monastery of the Poor Clares and the Papal Villas are about 3.4 km away, while the Tomb of the Horatii and Curiatii is a little further. For an outdoor outing, Grottaferrata Adventure Park is 4.2 km away, ideal in spring and summer for families with children. Fans of Roman history can reach the Appian Way and the Aqueduct Park in about 14 km, while for dinner or a drink there are several restaurants within 1-2 km, such as Le Mimose and Wunderkammer.

Bordo Lago — scenic urban park ideal for a relaxing walk 500 m
Le Mimose — restaurant just steps from the property, convenient for dinner 900 m
Fontana dei Quattro Mori — distinctive historic site in Grottaferrata's centre 1.9 km
Grottaferrata Adventure Park — adventure park suitable for families and children 4.2 km
Monastery of the Poor Clares - Papal Villas — one of the best-known historic religious complexes in the area 3.4 km
Rome Ciampino Airport — airport convenient for quick arrivals and departures 7 km

What guests say about OSTELLO del Lago

7.3
Good · 140 reviews
Staff
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Location
8.3
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
7.4
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
10

Guests particularly appreciate the location (8.3) and the free WiFi (10), considered strengths of the property. Cleanliness and staff receive decent ratings (7.8), while services and value for money sit at an overall positive level without excelling.

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