Guest house in the Garbatella district of Rome, with air-conditioned rooms, balcony and free parking just steps from the metro.
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Relais Garbatella is a guest house in the Ostiense district of Rome, about 250 metres from Garbatella metro station and 650 metres from Roma Ostiense railway station. The property, entirely non-smoking, occupies a convenient position for those who want to move easily towards the historic centre without giving up the more intimate atmosphere of a working-class Roman neighbourhood.
The three room types on offer are all air-conditioned and equipped with a balcony, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, dishwasher and safe; some offer city views, others overlook the inner courtyard, with sizes ranging from 14 to almost 20 square metres. Guests also have access to a shared kitchen and a lounge with a TV area, useful for those staying a few days who prefer to manage their own meals independently.
The Colosseum and the Imperial Forums are less than 4 km away, while the Baths of Caracalla can be reached in a few minutes on foot or with a short metro ride. The Garbatella district, with its courtyard architecture typical of the 1920s, offers a setting different from the usual tourist itineraries, particularly appreciated by couples travelling together.
The three rooms at Relais Garbatella share the same basic layout and amenities: air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, dishwasher, safe, electric kettle and balcony. Bed linen and towels are always included, as is the desk for those travelling for work. All accommodations are designed for two people and feature a large double bed as the sole configuration, with no alternatives.
What sets the three room types apart are mainly the size and the view. The Budget Double Room is the most compact, at 14 square metres with a view of the inner courtyard, designed for those seeking an essential solution. The King Standard Room, almost 20 square metres, opens instead onto the city, while the King Superior Room offers slightly more space than the Budget room with the same inner courtyard view, making it the intermediate choice for those who want more room to move without giving up peace and quiet.
The most compact room in the property, at 14 square metres with a view of the inner courtyard. Equipped with air conditioning, dishwasher, balcony and private bathroom with shower, it is the most affordable option designed for those seeking the essentials without giving up comfort.
The largest room in the property, almost 20 square metres, with a balcony overlooking the city: the only room type with this view among the three on offer. Air conditioning, washing machine and private bathroom with shower complete the room.
An intermediate option for space, larger than the Budget room and overlooking the inner courtyard with greater peace and quiet compared to the city view. Equipped with balcony, air conditioning, dishwasher and private bathroom with shower.
Relais Garbatella provides guests with a shared kitchen complete with hob, oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, ideal for those who prefer to manage their own meals independently during their stay. There is also a shared lounge with a TV area, useful for shared moments of relaxation.
The rooms, all non-smoking, include air conditioning, safe, bed linen and private bathroom with shower, bidet and complimentary toiletries. An iron with ironing board is also available to guests, along with a lift that makes moving around the property easier.
Among the general facilities are private check-in and check-out, parquet flooring in common areas, a smoke alarm and CCTV cameras in common areas, for a stay that focuses on order and practicality rather than additional services.
Relais Garbatella is located in the Ostiense district of Rome, in a residential area characterised by the typical courtyard architecture of the Garbatella neighbourhood, built in the 1920s according to public housing standards. It is an area used mainly by Romans, with small neighbourhood bars and restaurants concentrated just steps from the property, such as Aristocampo and Gallery Pizza, both about 50 metres away.
Transport links are one of the area’s strong points: Garbatella metro station is just 250 metres away, while Roma Ostiense railway station is 650 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train or needing to reach Fiumicino Airport, 18 km away. Ciampino Airport is about 10 km away. From the Relais, the Baths of Caracalla can be reached on foot or by metro in just over a kilometre and a half, while the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums are 2.6 and 2.8 km away respectively.
For those who want to get away from the main tourist flows, the neighbourhood offers walks among the Catacombs of Domitilla, less than 2 km away, and the Cemetery of San Callisto, a little further. In the centre, the Orange Garden on the Aventine offers one of the most beautiful views over Rome, while Trastevere with its Piazza di Santa Maria can be reached in a few minutes by metro. The area is well suited both to short stays focused on cultural visits and to longer stays thanks to the neighbourhood services available all year round.
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Guests particularly praise the hospitality, with an almost perfect staff score, and the cleanliness of the premises. The location is also highly rated at 9.4, ideal for couples. WiFi remains the aspect with the most room for improvement.
Relais Garbatella is located in the Ostiense district of Rome, 250 metres from Garbatella metro station and about 2.6 km from the Colosseum.
No, Relais Garbatella does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Relais Garbatella offers free on-street parking for guests travelling by car.
Check-in at Relais Garbatella is possible from 15:00 to 21:00, while check-out must be completed by 11:00.
Yes, all rooms at Relais Garbatella are air-conditioned and equipped with a balcony, private bathroom and flat-screen TV.
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Yes, Relais Garbatella is particularly appreciated by couples, who rated the location 9.2 for a trip for two.
