Bed and breakfast in the Prati district, a short walk from the Vatican Museums, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathroom and Italian breakfast included.
See prices & availabilityThis page contains affiliate links. If you book through our links we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Pura Vida is a bed and breakfast in the Prati district of Rome, 100 metres from Ottaviano Metro Station and just 500 metres from the Vatican Museums. The property occupies the second floor of a historic building on Via degli Scipioni, in one of the areas most frequented by visitors to the city due to its proximity to the Vatican and St. Peter’s Square.
The rooms, all with private bathroom fitted with a bidet, offer air-conditioned solutions furnished with parquet flooring, flat-screen TV, coffee machine and toiletries; one of the two room types stands out for its outward-facing bathroom. Every morning guests can enjoy an Italian breakfast, praised in the property’s reviews.
The central location makes it possible to reach Castel Sant’Angelo, Piazza Navona and the main metro connections on foot, making Pura Vida a practical base both for couples visiting Rome and for longer stays. The location score, 9.8 according to guests, confirms how strategic the area is for getting around the city on foot or by public transport.
Pura Vida offers two types of double room, both 14 square metres and designed for two people, with a large double bed and private bathroom fitted with a shower, hairdryer and bidet. Each accommodation is air-conditioned and includes toiletries, a tea and coffee set, a coffee machine, flat-screen TV and a small chocolate gift for guests upon arrival.
The main difference between the two room types concerns the bathroom access: one of the rooms has a private bathroom with outward access, a detail that makes it slightly different in terms of layout compared to the other option, while maintaining the same basic amenities. Both rooms suit couples’ stays or short city-centre breaks well, offering a compact yet functional environment for those who spend most of their time out and about in Rome.
14 sqm double room with private en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, hairdryer and bidet. Air-conditioned, it includes a tea and coffee set, coffee machine, flat-screen TV and welcome chocolate, in a cosy setting ideal for two people.
Variant of the double room, with the distinctive feature of a private bathroom with external access from the room. Same 14 sqm size, air conditioning, toiletries, coffee machine and flat-screen TV, for a practical stay in the heart of Prati.
Pura Vida provides guests with rooms fitted with a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and bed linen, as well as a wardrobe, refrigerator and electric kettle for making tea and coffee directly in the room. Daily cleaning and private check-in complete a service designed for those seeking comfort during their stay.
General facilities include a lift, air conditioning throughout the property, heating, iron on request and entirely non-smoking rooms, with safety features such as fire extinguishers and smoke alarms. The property also offers a safe and a private check-out service.
As for technology and dining, every room has a flat-screen TV with internet connection and a coffee machine or kettle for tea, allowing guests to organise breakfasts and breaks independently, in addition to the Italian breakfast served every morning.
Pura Vida is located in the Prati district, a short walk from the Vatican and 100 metres from Ottaviano Metro Station, in a residential and commercial area popular with first-time visitors to Rome. Via degli Scipioni is a quiet yet central street, surrounded by bars, restaurants and small shops, with the lively Piazza Risorgimento market 250 metres away.
The Vatican Museums are just 500 metres away, while St. Peter’s Square can be reached in about 10 minutes on foot (650 metres). Lepanto Metro Station, on line A, is 600 metres away and connects directly to the historic centre and Termini Station. Castel Sant’Angelo and Piazza Navona are 900 metres and about 1.6 km away respectively, both comfortably reachable on foot along the Tiber. Fiumicino Airport is about 17 km away, and Ciampino Airport is 15 km away.
The area is suited to cultural tourism all year round: in winter it allows visits to the Vatican Museums with fewer crowds, while in spring and summer evening walks along the Tiber towards Ponte Sant’Angelo and Piazza Navona are among the activities most appreciated by guests. For those who love local markets, Piazza Risorgimento hosts a daily food market a short distance from the property.
Where to Stay in Rome: the Best Areas and Small Hotels: the complete guide →
Reviews particularly reward staff and location, both rated 9.8, followed by cleanliness and comfort at 9.5. Value for money also receives very positive ratings, confirming Pura Vida as a popular choice for those visiting Rome, especially as a couple.
Pura Vida is located on Via degli Scipioni, in the Prati district, 100 metres from Ottaviano Metro Station and about 500 metres from the Vatican Museums.
Yes, Pura Vida accepts pets at no extra charge.
Rates at Pura Vida vary depending on the season, the room and the dates of your stay. You can check the updated price from our search partners.
Yes, Pura Vida includes an Italian breakfast with the stay.
No, Pura Vida does not offer private parking on site, given its location in central Rome.
Yes, both room types at Pura Vida have a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and bidet.
Pura Vida is just a short walk from the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Square and Castel Sant’Angelo, all reachable on foot in a few minutes.
