OTTO Rooms & Photogallery

OTTO Rooms & Photogallery is a guest house located in the Prati district of Rome, about 600 metres from Lepanto Metro Station and 1.1 km from Ottaviano Metro Station. The entirely non-smoking property is 1.9 km from Castel Sant’Angelo and just over 2.7 km from the Vatican, in one of the most sought-after areas of the capital for couples.

The seven available rooms are air-conditioned and furnished with a desk, coffee machine, refrigerator, safe and flat-screen TV, with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and toiletries in every accommodation. Room types range from compact singles to larger doubles, some with combinable single beds for small groups.

Every morning a buffet breakfast is served with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. The common lounge offers a shared space to relax, while the staff also organise walking tours and activities on local culture, making OTTO Rooms & Photogallery a practical base for exploring the main Vatican landmarks and Rome’s historic centre.

★ 9.5 · Exceptional · 239 reviews

Room types

The seven room types at OTTO Rooms & Photogallery share some basic amenities: air conditioning, flat-screen TV with streaming services, a coffee machine or tea and coffee set, safe, wardrobe and private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer. All rooms also offer a city view, a distinctive feature of the property given its location in the Prati district.

Room sizes vary considerably, from the 12 sqm of the Deluxe and Superior single rooms up to the 22 sqm of the Deluxe Double/Twin Room, the most spacious and also suitable for three people thanks to the possibility of adding a sofa bed. The Superior Double/Twin Room with Single Beds and the Deluxe Double Room instead offer flexible configurations between a double bed and separate single beds, ideal for couples who prefer not to share the same bed, while the Standard remains the most compact solution for two people.

Superior Double/Twin Room with Single Beds

19 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Max 2 guests
City view, Toiletries, Safe

At 19 sqm, this room offers the flexibility to choose between a large double bed or two separate single beds, ideal for those who want to customise their stay layout. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and toiletries, while the city view accompanies relaxation after visits to the centre.

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Deluxe Double/Twin Room with Single Beds

22 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
Max 3 guests
Sofa bed, City view, Toiletries

The largest of the available rooms at 22 sqm, designed for groups of up to three people thanks to the additional sofa bed. The private bathroom has a shower, bidet and hairdryer, while the accommodation retains the city view typical of the property.

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Deluxe Double Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
City view, Toiletries, Safe

With 20 sqm and the combination of a large double bed and a single bed, this room is well suited to small families or groups of three. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and hairdryer, with a city view from the window.

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Standard Double Room

16 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
City view, Toiletries, Wardrobe

At 16 sqm, this is the most compact double solution in the property, designed for two guests. Featuring a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, it still retains the city view found in all rooms.

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Deluxe Single Room

12 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
City view, Toiletries, Safe

Designed for a single guest, this 12 sqm room offers a private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries. Despite its compact size, it retains the city view and all the technological comforts of the property.

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Superior Single Room

12 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
City view, Toiletries, Hairdryer

A twin of the Deluxe Single in size, it stands out for its Superior category and private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Perfect for solo travellers looking for an essential yet complete space, with a city view.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're looking for a property just steps from Lepanto and Ottaviano Metro stations, convenient for getting around the city.
Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: the location scored 9.6 specifically for romantic stays.
Yes, if you have specific dietary needs, thanks to the breakfast with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Yes, if you want to visit the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Square without long journeys, both less than 1.6 km away.
Yes, if you suffer from allergies: the property offers hypoallergenic rooms and dedicated solutions.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're travelling with pets, as they are not allowed at the property.
Maybe not, if you prefer to pay in cash: the property does not accept it.
Maybe not, if you need parking: it is not available at the property.
Maybe not, if you like coming back late at night: a quiet hours policy is in effect from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Hotel facilities & services

OTTO Rooms & Photogallery offers a range of services designed to make a stay in Rome practical. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as is air conditioning in every room and the availability of non-smoking accommodations. Those arriving or departing from the airports can rely on a paid airport shuttle, while luggage storage allows flexible management of arrival and departure times.

Common areas include a shared TV lounge, useful for relaxing, and the property also offers private and express check-in and check-out. For guests with allergies, hypoallergenic solutions and dedicated hypoallergenic rooms are available. Staff also organise walking tours and lessons on local culture, an added value for first-time visitors to Rome.

In terms of dining, an on-site café is available, along with the option of breakfast in the room and a kettle service for tea and coffee in every room, plus a menu on request for special diets.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
View
Family rooms available
Shower
Luggage storage
Flat-screen TV

General facilities

Outdoor furniture
Tours or classes on local culture
Walking tours
Temporary art exhibitions
Private check-in and check-out
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Express check-in and check-out
Daily housekeeping
Meeting/banquet facilities
Shuttle service
Common lounge/TV area
Hypoallergenic solutions
Air conditioning
Hypoallergenic room

Food & drink

On-site café
Wine/champagne
Menu for special diets (on request)
Breakfast in the room available
Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

Streaming service (e.g. Netflix)
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Bathtub or shower
Slippers
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Bed linen
Wardrobe or closet
City view
Coffee machine

Location & what to see

OTTO Rooms & Photogallery is located in the Prati district, one of Rome’s most elegant residential areas, just steps from Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini. The neighbourhood, orderly and well served, is especially popular with couples, who have given it a location score of 9.6. Nearby you’ll find bars and restaurants such as Zero21 Brazilian Sushi Bar, just 30 metres away, and Sciascia Caffè 1919, a historic café 100 metres from the property.

Getting around is made easy by the proximity to two metro stations: Lepanto at 600 metres and Ottaviano at 850 metres, both useful for reaching the historic centre within minutes. Flaminio Station, 1.2 km away, offers an additional rail connection. For those arriving by plane, Rome Fiumicino Airport is 18 km away while Ciampino Airport is about 15 km away; the property offers a paid airport shuttle on request.

On foot, some of the city’s most famous attractions can be reached within minutes: the Vatican Museums are 1.3 km away, St. Peter’s Square 1.6 km away and Castel Sant’Angelo 1.6 km away. A little further, between 2 and 2.6 km, are the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona, all reachable with a pleasant walk through the historic districts. Villa Borghese, 2.6 km away, is ideal for a green break between sightseeing.

Zero21 Brazilian Sushi Bar — Restaurant just steps from the entrance, handy for a quick dinner 30 m

Sciascia Caffè 1919- Mazzini — Historic café in the Prati district, open since the early 1900s 100 m

Vatican Museums — One of the most visited art collections in the world, including the Sistine Chapel 1.3 km

St. Peter's Square — The heart of Vatican City, designed by Bernini in the 17th century 1.6 km

Castel Sant'Angelo — Fortress and mausoleum along the Tiber, now a state museum 1.6 km

Trevi Fountain — Rome's most famous baroque fountain, a traditional and photogenic landmark 2.4 km

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What guests say about OTTO Rooms & Photogallery

9.5

Exceptional · 239 reviews

Staff

9.8

Comfort

9.7

Location

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Facilities

9.6

Value for money

9.2

Free Wi-Fi

10

Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.8, and cleanliness, equally high. Comfort and free WiFi, rated as perfect, are also highly appreciated. Value for money remains the lowest score, although still at clearly positive levels.