Bed and breakfast in the Prati district, a short walk from the Vatican, with air-conditioned rooms, buffet breakfast and one of the highest location scores in Rome.
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Relais Cola Di Rienzo is a bed and breakfast in the Prati district of Rome, about a 10-minute walk from St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums. Located in a quiet building on Piazza Cola Di Rienzo, it offers modern-style rooms designed for those visiting the city for sightseeing while also seeking a peaceful place to rest.
The rooms, air-conditioned and with free WiFi, feature a flat-screen TV, minibar and private bathroom with shower; some room types offer views of the city or the inner courtyard. In the morning, guests find a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options, including drinks, yogurt, jams and fresh baked goods.
The location in Prati allows guests to reach Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Cavour on foot, while Lepanto metro station, just 300 metres away, provides a quick connection to Roma Termini station. Nearby are cafés and restaurants such as Ciampini and Il Piccolo Diavolo. The property is especially popular with couples, who rate its location 9.6.
Relais Cola Di Rienzo offers three room types, all air-conditioned, with free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar and private bathroom with shower. Each room is equipped with a table and two chairs, ideal for an informal breakfast or a work session, and the bed configuration can be customised on request at the time of booking, choosing between a double bed setup and separate single beds.
The main differences relate to size and outlook: the Standard Room, the most compact at 16 sqm, overlooks the quiet inner courtyard, while the two 22 sqm room types offer city views and an added level of soundproofing. Among these, the Triple Room stands out for accommodating up to three people with the possibility of children, making it the most suitable choice for families or small groups staying in the Prati district.
The most compact of the Relais’ rooms, at 16 sqm with a view of the inner courtyard that ensures quiet even during the busiest hours of the day. Air-conditioned and with a private bathroom featuring a shower, it comes with a minibar and a table with two chairs; the bed configuration, double or two singles, is arranged at the time of booking.
At 22 sqm with a city view, it is the only room designed to accommodate up to three people, including children, making it the most suitable choice for families or small groups. It offers soundproofing, minibar, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower; the bed combination is flexible, with a double plus single or three single beds.
Same 22 sqm size as the Triple Room but designed for two people, with city view and soundproofing included. The table with two chairs and the minibar complete a room designed for those who want more space than the Standard without giving up the outside view.
Relais Cola Di Rienzo offers a range of services geared toward city stays: from luggage storage to private and express check-in and check-out, as well as laundry service and airport shuttle on request. Those wishing to explore the city can take part in walking tours, bike excursions or cooking classes, while daily housekeeping and air conditioning throughout the property ensure a comfortable stay.
The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, bed linen and complimentary toiletries, as well as a minibar and a kettle for tea or a coffee machine. For those seeking relaxation, the property also offers massages on request, from body to face, hands and feet.
For dining, an on-site café is available, with the option of breakfast served in the room and menus for special diets. Parking is only available on the street, while free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property.
Relais Cola Di Rienzo is located in the Prati district, on Piazza Cola Di Rienzo, one of the most elegant and peaceful residential areas in central Rome, just steps from the Tiber. The building housing it is quiet, set within an urban fabric of early 20th-century buildings, neighbourhood shops and cafés such as Coffee Bread and Siciliaroma, both about 50 metres away.
The location allows guests to reach St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums, about 1.1 and 1.2 km away, in a 10-minute walk. Lepanto metro station is just 300 metres away and connects in a few stops to Roma Termini station, while Flaminio railway station is 850 metres away. Piazza del Popolo can be reached on foot in about 10 minutes (750 metres), and Castel Sant’Angelo is 650 metres away along the Tiber. Those arriving by air will find Ciampino airport 14 km away and Fiumicino airport 18 km away.
From here it is easy to plan days out among Rome’s great classics: Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori are reachable in 15-20 minutes on foot, as are the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna, just over a kilometre and a half away. In summer, the nearby riverside promenade is well suited to evening walks, while in the cooler months the Prati district offers a quieter alternative to the crowded historic centre, while still being just minutes from all the main attractions.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.9, and the location, with a notable 9.7. Room cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated. The value-for-money score, though slightly lower, remains solid, confirming an overall very positive assessment.
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No, Relais Cola Di Rienzo does not allow pets during the stay.
Relais Cola Di Rienzo is about a 10-minute walk from St. Peter’s Basilica and 1.2 km from the Vatican Museums.
Yes, Relais Cola Di Rienzo includes a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Yes, Relais Cola Di Rienzo offers free WiFi in all rooms and common areas.
The property is located 300 metres from Lepanto metro station, which offers direct connections to Roma Termini railway station.
Yes, Relais Cola Di Rienzo asks guests to communicate their expected arrival time in advance, indicating it in the special requests at the time of booking.
